Visas and entry for studying in Mexico
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Entry and permits for Mexico
- Entry and permits
180days
Days you can stay without a visa
Japanese citizens do not need a visa to enter Mexico as tourists, in transit or on business visits.
The stay is limited to 180 days unless you hold a residence permit or have another immigration procedure.
Source: Government of Mexico: countries and regions that do not require a visaNational Migration Institute (INM): visa guidance by country (length of stay)
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Can I go to Mexico without a visa?
Japanese citizens do not need a visa to enter as tourists, in transit or on business visits. The stay is limited to 180 days, unless you hold a residence permit or have another immigration procedure.
When do I need a student visa?
All students staying in Mexico for more than 180 days, whatever their nationality, must obtain a temporary resident student visa. Holders may apply to the INM for authorisation to carry out paid activities, but this is not automatic.
Which languages are used in Mexico?
Indigenous languages and Spanish are national languages of Mexico by historical origin, with the same legal validity (as explained by the National Institute of Indigenous Languages).