Mexico's Immigration Regularization Program

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[russellbarnes]

I married a Mexican citizen, while in the United States. After five years of marriage, and my kids went on about theirs lives, we relocated to Morelia, Michoacan. It's nice to have not been subjected to to the financial requirements, although we could have met them. Just wanted you to know, that your help and information about Mexico, was an important factor in our decision to move.
THANKS & VIVA MEXICO 🇲🇽

[Deb]

My husband and I did this program and it went smoothly. No issues at all.

[AllisonMXPoutiatine]

Hey guys! I got my golden ticket here in San Carlos! It cost a bit more with some “hidden” fees though but so much easier than the regular process. It only took an accumulation of 4 hours too. 4 years of temporary residency on my card. Done. 😅

[sheilakay]

I used this program. It works but it can go away at anytime. Good luck everyone! Do this one sooner rather than later. It’s very easy to accomplish in Puerto Vallarta.

[rebeccahernandez]

I used this process. I had contacted over 20 Mexican Consulates in the US. No response via email or phone calls. Thru a referral from a friend in Mexico City, I found someone who specializes in thus. The fees listed in the video are what I paid, plus the Mexican version of a paralegal fee. I felt for my circumstance, it was money well spent. I no longer wanted play Russian Roulette on whether I would get the 180 days or 90 days.
If any one can go this route for the 4 year temporary residency, they should.

[ledyardbrady]

I love your insight to Mexico's legal issues even thought I am a permanent resident. I do encourage you to do more travel episodes. Keep up the good work!

[American_Splendor]

I used a temporary program similar to this in mid-2021 after renewing, or extending my visitor's visa while in Merida during covid, although I was required to prove minimum income and have the statements translated into Spanish and notarized. The temporary residency is valid for 4 years. the important point is… had I not used an immigration lawyer to help with the visa, I would never have known about the program, use an immigration lawyer, there are unknowns and idiosyncracies and frankly, it is just easier

[AngelRodriguez-fjbc]

Thank you my friend. Hope all is well? They change everyday, it's all about the pesos believe me!

[curtiswise]

I used the amnesty program. total cost with attorney fees was $700 USD. /four years and curp. was easy and fast with attorney's help. I heard that AMLO extended this program until March 31 2023? I was timid at first as I felt like and illegal immigrant (because I was) but i was never hassled or pressured in anyway. In fact the immigration staff in Mazatlan were friendly helpful and spoke English.

[bradleypollack]

This is how I received my Temporary residency. I tried the other method and exceeded the requirements but the Consulates were hard to deal with. INM was a lot easier to deal with than the consulates. I did it all from Mexico!! I received 4 years here in Tijuana. This program is phenomenal and it could end anytime from what I heard.

[DrAJ_LatinAmerica]

Great video. You have a great passion for documents

[markustilgner]

My wife is mexican. We did the consulate in Germany. In Summer 2021 I got my 1 year tempory. In Summer 2022 I got another year. In Summer 2023 the told me I will get my permanente. Let‘s hope for the best.
By the way - as I my wife is mexican - no financial requirements😊

[DvsAngel]

My FMM expires Feb. 15, 2023... Other than that I meet the other requirements, curious how strict the "prior to 2023" is. We moved our family to Guadalajara back in August, I am married to a Mexican citizen. Our young son (born in the U.S.) already received his full Mexican citizenship here, but we are hitting major roadblocks with getting my residency.. Thank You for All of your hard work, videos & content that you provide, I know I can speak for most in saying 'We Appreciate You'...

[ken]

About 2 years ago I applied for a temporary residency visa at the Austin, TX consulate. I am married to a Mexican citizen and I was still asked to bring in financial records (6-12 months) proving that I had a certain income. I am not sure if the Austin consulate is different, as we all know each operate a little differently, or if in the 2+ years ago policies have changed.

[davidcoons]

I went through this process by entering MX from Belize, recd a 2 day FMM stamp and on day 3 I qualified and got a 4 year temp residency card. All with the help of an agent in Progreso Yuc. March 2024

[ayjee]

I’m a U.S. citizen working fully remotely for a U.S. company and have been wanting to living in Mexico for years but my company doesn’t permit me to live outside of the country because of taxes. I always have a U.S. address to be registered to + I had a temporary residence visa, which I was told was meant for non-Mexican citizens working for non-Mexican companies/receiving non-Mexican income, but my company rejected this. Will they have to pay any taxes/fees? Or can I handle everything to make it easier for them to accept ? They've been saying I'm only allowed to work from Mexico 90 days each calendar year, however I know that U.S. citizens are able to legally be in Mexico for around 180 days.

[andiw]

I'm seeing in some places that the immigration office may go back to 2012 or even 2011 to find that first entry? Apparently the date keeps getting pushed back.

[WiseOwl-]

The stats for the regularization program can be found on the main site for INM. I find it interesting that when regularization went “special” with no financials, the INM offices for NOB (North of the border citizens) receiving residency through this program seemed to correspond to the popularity of those States for vacationing. In Order the top 5 were QROO, Jalisco, Baja California Sur, Yucatán and Nayarit.

[RedroomStudios]

"this is a temporary program"... that has been going on for almost 3 years. I'm surprised its still running now that covid is "over". the reason they started this program was for people who got stuck in Mexico when flights were shut down and travel was near impossible. but I think the government has become addicted to the extra income. I already tried applying 1 year ago but I dont qualify because this is my first time in Mexico. its been the best 18 months of my life.

[WayneGluyas]

Great info again. Thanks Paul for sharing