Move to Mexico

3 verified programmes for residency, citizenship and tax optimisation.

Programmes

$175k

From

Various

Types available

Yes

Dual citizenship

Investor Visa(2)

Permanent Resident Visa

Worldwide income taxed if resident. Up to 35% income tax Lifestyle-driven residency. Very affordable cost of living. Strong expat communities.

Cost

Typically after 4yr temporary OR qualifying income/inve…

Processing

4 months

Temporary Resident Visa (economic solvency)

Territorial-leaning — non-resident foreign income not taxed. Becomes worldwide if 183+ days Very accessible. Strong lifestyle appeal. 183-day rule triggers Mexican tax residency.

Cost

~$2,700/mo income OR ~$175k in investments/assets

Processing

4 months

Citizenship by Descent(1)

Fast-Track Naturalization via Ibero-American Treaty

Mexico participates in Ibero-American dual citizenship network (1958 treaty). Mexican nationals can naturalise in Spain after 2 years (vs standard 10). Mexico itself also offers faster naturalization for Ibero-American nationals. 1998 Mexican dual nationality reform allows Mexicans to hold foreign citizenship without losing Mexican nationality. Ibero-American nationals: fast-track naturalization in Mexico | Mexicans in Spain: 2-year naturalization | 1998 reform: dual nationality | Historical ties since 1958 treaty Eligible nationalities: Ibero-American nationals (Spanish/Portuguese-speaking Americas) + Philippines, Equatorial Guinea, Andorra, Portugal, Sephardic Jews

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