Mexican passport: 158 visa-free countries 2026
By FlightsMX · 7 min read.
Review of 23 October 2026: we checked the rows for the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, the Schengen area, Japan, China, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Panama, the Dominican Republic and Cuba against official sources (listed in the Spanish version). The rest of the matrix is a general reference not recently verified: confirm the requirement on the destination country’s official site before buying.
Bottom line: The Mexican passport gives you visa-free access to ~158 countries in May 2026 — includes all 27 Schengen states (90/180 days), United Kingdom (up to 6 months, with a mandatory ETA since 8 January 2025), Japan (90 days), South Africa (90 days), Colombia, Chile and Peru (with a passport; the INE is not accepted). Countries that DO require a visa include: USA (B1/B2 mandatory), Canada (visitor visa except where an eTA is allowed), Russia, mainland China (L visa), Vietnam, India, Cuba (electronic tourist visa).
In this guide
- Summary: visa-free, e-Visa, visa-required ranges
- Visa-free countries from Mexico (complete list)
- Countries with e-Visa (online)
- Countries with required visa (B1/B2 USA, etc.)
- Countries with visa-on-arrival (VOA)
- Top paisano-friendly visa-free destinations
- FAQs
Summary: visa-free, e-Visa, visa-required ranges
2026 Mexican passport statistics
- Visa-free on arrival: ~120 countries
- Visa-on-arrival (VOA): ~25 countries
- e-Visa (online): ~10 countries
- Pre-arrival visa required: ~40 countries
Total destinations without pre-arrival visa (visa-free + VOA + e-Visa): ~158 countries
Global ranking of Mexican passport
Henley Passport Index 2026: position ~25 (out of ~199 countries).
Compared with:
- USA: position 7
- EU average: position 5-15
- Argentina: position 20
- Brazil: position 18
- Colombia: position 39
- Chile: position 17
Visa-free countries from Mexico (complete list)
Schengen Europe (27 states, 90/180 days)
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Denmark, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Czech Republic, Romania, Sweden, Iceland, Norway, Switzerland (non-EU Schengen).
For Mexicans: no pre-arrival visa. Counts vs. 90/180 Schengen rule. See guide
Non-Schengen Europe
- United Kingdom (up to 6 months without a visa, with a mandatory ETA since 8 January 2025; £20)
- Ireland (90 days)
- Cyprus (90 days)
- Albania, North Macedonia, Serbia, Bosnia, Montenegro (90 days)
- Monaco, San Marino, Andorra, Vatican, Liechtenstein (Schengen de facto)
Asia visa-free
- Japan (90 days; extension possible up to 6 months)
- South Korea (90 days)
- Taiwan (90 days)
- Hong Kong SAR (180 days)
- Macau (30 days)
- Philippines (30 days)
- Thailand (30 days)
- Malaysia (90 days)
- Singapore (30 days)
- Indonesia (Bali tourist card on arrival — semi-VOA)
- Israel (90 days)
- Turkey (e-Visa or visa-on-arrival)
Americas visa-free / VOA / e-Visa
- Canada: visitor visa, unless you fly and hold a valid US nonimmigrant visa or held a Canadian visa in the last 10 years (then an eTA, CAD 7, is enough)
- USA: B1/B2 mandatory pre-arrival
- Latin America:
- Colombia (90 days, extendable up to 180 per year), Peru (up to 183 days) and Chile (90 days) — passport required; the INE is not accepted
- Argentina, Brazil (90 days, passport required)
- Uruguay, Paraguay (90 days)
- Ecuador (no visa for tourism); Bolivia, Venezuela: check the official site
- Cuba (electronic tourist visa required; MXN 575 at the Cuban consulate in Mexico)
- Dominican Republic (no visa; e-Ticket form required)
- Puerto Rico (US territory — requires B1/B2)
- Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Belize (90 days)
Africa visa-free
- South Africa (90 days)
- Egypt (e-Visa or visa-on-arrival)
- Morocco (90 days)
- Tunisia (90 days)
- Botswana, Namibia, Lesotho, Eswatini (90 days)
- Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe (e-Visa or visa-on-arrival)
- Senegal, Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire (no pre-arrival visa, verify)
Oceania
- Australia: prior authorisation required; check on immi.homeaffairs.gov.au which visa or authorisation applies to your passport
- New Zealand: NZeTA (NZD $23, online)
- Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Vanuatu (visa-free)
Caribbean
- Jamaica, Trinidad, Barbados, Grenada, St. Lucia (visa-free 30-90 days)
- Bahamas (90 days)
- Aruba, Curaçao, St. Maarten (90 days — Dutch territories)
Countries with e-Visa (online)
E-Visa = apply online before traveling, receive digital document. Faster than traditional visa.
| Country | e-Visa | USD Cost | Process time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Egypt | Yes | $25 | 1-3 days |
| Ethiopia | Yes | $52 | 3-7 days |
| India | Yes | $40-80 | 3-5 days |
| Sri Lanka | Yes | $40 | 1-3 days |
| Cambodia | Yes | $36 | 3 days |
| Vietnam | Yes | $25 | 3-7 days |
| Turkey | Yes | $50 | 1-3 days |
| Tanzania | Yes | $50 | 5-7 days |
| Rwanda | Yes | $50 | 1-3 days |
| Indonesia (some regions) | Tourist card on arrival | $35 | On arrival |
How to apply e-Visa
- Visit official government site (not intermediary agent — scam risk)
- Upload passport photo + digital photo of yourself
- Pay with credit or debit card
- Receive e-Visa by email — print and bring with you
Verified official sites
- India: indianvisaonline.gov.in
- Egypt: visa2egypt.gov.eg
- Turkey: evisa.gov.tr
- Sri Lanka: eta.gov.lk
- Vietnam: evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn
Countries with required visa (B1/B2 USA, etc.)
USA — B1/B2 visa always required
- B1/B2 visa: $US 185 procedure, appointment at USA consulate in Mexico
- Wait times: CDMX 18-24 months (May 2026), Tijuana 18 months, Monterrey 12 months
- Validity: 10 years (renewable)
- Allows: tourism + business + family visits up to 6 months per visit
Canada — visitor visa or eTA
- eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization): $CAD 7, 5 min online
- NOT a visa, electronic authorization
- Validity: 5 years or until passport expiry
- For Mexicans (since 29 February 2024): an eTA is only valid if you fly and hold a valid US nonimmigrant visa or held a Canadian visa in the last 10 years; otherwise you need a visitor visa
Other pre-arrival visa required countries
| Country | Visa type | Cost | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mainland China | Consular L visa (visa-free transit up to 240 h at authorised ports) | MXN 550 single entry (reduced rate to 31-12-2026) + visa-centre fee | Varies |
| Russia | Consular | $US 80-180 | 5-15 days |
| Saudi Arabia | e-Visa (tourist) | $US 80-150 | 3-10 days |
| Brazil | NOT required since 2024 | — | — |
| Belarus | e-Visa | $US 50 | 5 days |
| Myanmar | e-Visa | $US 50 | 3-7 days |
| Pakistan | Consular | $US 65 | 5-15 days |
| Iran | Consular (not recommended due to political tensions) | $US 80 | 10-20 days |
| Cuba | Electronic tourist visa (eVisa) | MXN 575 at the Cuban consulate in Mexico | Before travel |
Countries with visa-on-arrival (VOA)
VOA = visa at airport on arrival. Pay at counter, get stamp, enter.
Asia VOA
- Cambodia (also e-Visa): $US 30 on arrival
- Laos (NOT Thailand mainland, only Vientiane): $US 40
- Nepal: $US 30
- Mongolia: $US 50 (1 month tourism)
- Maldives: FREE on arrival (30 days)
Africa VOA
- Egypt (parallel with e-Visa): $US 25 on arrival
- Kenya: $US 51 on arrival (also e-Visa $51)
- Tanzania: $US 50 on arrival
- Zambia, Zimbabwe, Burkina Faso, Mozambique: $US 25-50 on arrival
- Madagascar: $US 35
Americas / Caribbean VOA
- Cuba: not applicable — an electronic tourist visa is required before travel
- Dominican Republic: no visa; e-Ticket required
- Some small Caribbean islands: VOA free or $US 5-15
Oceania VOA
- Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu: FREE on arrival
Top paisano-friendly visa-free destinations
For Mexican VFR corridors
| Destination | Visa | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| USA ❌ | B1/B2 mandatory | Coraza complete, $US 185, 18-24m wait |
| Canada | Visitor visa (eTA only in specific cases) | eTA CAD 7 |
| Spain (diaspora paisanos) | Visa-free | Schengen 90/180 |
| Italy, France, Germany | Visa-free | Schengen 90/180 |
| UK (diaspora family) | No visa, ETA required (£20) | Up to 6 months |
| Cuba | Electronic tourist visa | MXN 575 (consulate) |
| Colombia, Chile, Peru | No visa | Passport required (INE not accepted) |
| Argentina, Brazil | Visa-free | Passport required |
| Costa Rica, Belize | Visa-free | 90 days |
| South Africa | Visa-free | 90 days |
For leisure vacations
| Destination | Visa | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | Visa-free | 30 days |
| Indonesia (Bali) | Tourist card | $US 35 on arrival |
| Japan | Visa-free | 90 days |
| South Korea | Visa-free | 90 days |
| Taiwan | Visa-free | 90 days |
| Egypt | e-Visa or VOA | $US 25-50 |
| Turkey | e-Visa | $US 50 |
| Morocco | Visa-free | 90 days |
| Maldives | Visa-free on arrival | 30 days |
Countries where Mexicans are BADLY received (visa-free but often rejected)
Some countries officially allow visa-free entry but practice selective rejection of Mexicans:
- Croatia, Slovenia: occasional rejections for “suspicious economic profile”
- Ireland: high rejection rates last 2 years for Mexicans without clear hotel reservation + return ticket
- Australia: check which visa or authorisation applies before travelling
Tip: ALWAYS carry return ticket + hotel reservation + proof of funds.
FAQs
My Mexican passport expires in 5 months — can I travel to Schengen?
NO. Schengen requires 6+ months validity at moment of exit. Renew at INM (regional offices) or Mexican consulate before.
How much validity do I need for USA?
USA accepts valid passport — the 6-month rule is Schengen, NOT US CBP. But if your passport expires within your stay, CBP can limit your stay.
Can I travel with Mexican INM passport (not SRE)?
NO. Only the Mexican SRE passport (with your name + photo + biometric chip) is valid for international travel. INM/CURP are NOT passports.
Is express Mexican passport more expensive?
Regular SRE passport: $MXN 2,200-3,200 (May 2026, depends on 3-10 year validity). Express passport: $MXN 4,500-5,500. Both valid for all destinations.
If I was deported from USA 5 years ago, can I travel to Canada?
Depends on your case. On a Mexican passport, Canada requires a visitor visa unless you qualify for an eTA (air travel + valid US nonimmigrant visa or a Canadian visa in the last 10 years). Your immigration history counts in either application: if you have a deportation, consult an immigration lawyer before travelling.
Can Mexican immigration deny me exit?
Yes in rare cases:
- If you have arrest warrant (criminally wanted)
- If your passport reported stolen/lost
- If you’re minor without parental permission
- If your USA B1/B2 visa was cancelled (depends on destination)
Does my USA B1/B2 visa work for entering Schengen?
NO. USA and Schengen are separate systems. Your USA visa doesn’t give you access to Schengen. For Schengen: Mexican passport (visa-free 90/180).
Is biometric Mexican passport worth more than normal?
NO. All Mexican passports issued since 2010 are biometric. The distinction is validity (3, 5, 10 years) and cost.
How to verify visa status for my destination?
- SRE consultaweb: gob.mx/sre/consultainmigracion (official list)
- VisaHQ Mexico (private but useful): visahq.com.mx
- Henley Passport Index: henleyglobal.com/passport-index
- Embassy of destination in Mexico: contact direct
If I have dual Spanish nationality, which passport do I use?
- Exit Mexico: Mexican passport
- Enter Schengen/EU: Spanish passport (you’re EU citizen)
- Third country: either (Spanish passport has 189 visa-free vs. Mexican 158 — prefer Spanish for max access)
- Exit EU/Spain: Spanish passport
- Enter Mexico return: Mexican passport
Sources
- SRE Mexico — Consult visa requirements by country (May 2026)
- INM Mexico — Mexican passports (May 2026)
- Henley Passport Index 2026 (May 2026)
- Schengen Visa Info — Mexican passport (May 2026)
- Embassies/consulates of destination in Mexico DF (verified May 2026)
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Edited by FlightsMX. YMYL: selected rows checked against official sources on 23 October 2026 (see the review note above). Visa rules change — verify with the destination’s official site before travelling.