- country
- Mexico
- eligibility
- Open route used by foreign founders/remote workers who lack a dedicated startup visa. Qualify by proof of savings/investment balances (the SRE Orlando consulate sheet cites a minimum monthly balance of US$73,215 over the prior 12 months) OR monthly income/pension of at least US$4,393 over the prior six months. Since July 2025 consulates base these financial thresholds on the UMA rather than Mexico City minimum wage; Mexperience cites ~US$69,750 (5,000x UMA) savings or ~US$4,185/mo income as common thresholds (figures vary by consulate).
- processing notes
- Application at a Mexican consulate; up to ~10 business days for consular processing per the Orlando consulate sheet, then exchange for a residency card at INM within 30 days of arrival in Mexico (card cost ~US$280 for 1 year, ~US$500 for 4 years per Migaku 2026 guide). Crypto and precious metals are not accepted as qualifying liquid assets.