Basic Travel Requirements for Ghanaians visiting
Mexico
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Mexican Visa.
- A valid passport which has a validity of 6 months after your intended date of exit from the country.
- Duly completed visa application form.
- 2 passport-size photographs captured in a white background.
- Proof that you have sufficient funds to take care of yourself while you are in the country.
- Valid travel insurance which covers sufficient medical insurance for the duration of the stay.
- Proof of accommodation for your stay in Mexico.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Mexico Visa for Ghanaians
Facts about Mexico
Mexico is one of the top tourist destinations in the world. The country is known for its beaches, culture and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. There are a plethora of beaches in the country with the most popular being the resort town of Cancun. University students during their spring break make the resort their top destination during this period. Other beaches include the beach in Acapulco, Cabo San Lucas, Mazunte, etc. Activities to be carried out on the beaches in Mexico include surfing, snorkeling, cliff diving, and fishing.
Tourism in Mexico is the third-largest source of income for Mexico. The country is one of the most visited countries in the world and the second-most visited countries in the Americas. In 2017, the number of visitors in Mexico was close to 40 million which was up 12 percent from 2016. It has been estimated that the number is going to increase at a rate of about 4.2 million per year.
Foreigners visiting Mexico will not be allowed entry into or exit from Mexico with more than $10,000 or its equivalent in any currency. Punishment for drug-related crimes are very severe and those who are caught engaging in any of these offenses will be jailed for a long period of time.
Types of Mexico Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 6 – 8 weeks | 180 days |
| Business visa | 6 – 8 weeks | 180 days |
| Student visa | 6 – 8 weeks | Variable |
General Requirements for Mexico Visa
- A valid passport which has a validity of 6 months after your intended date of exit from the country.
- Duly completed visa application form.
- 2 passport-size photographs captured in a white background.
- Proof that you have sufficient funds to take care of yourself while you are in the country.
- Valid travel insurance which covers sufficient medical insurance for the duration of the stay.
- Proof of accommodation for your stay in Mexico.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Mexico Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The tourist visa is issued to people who wish to visit Mexico for tourism or leisure.
- Those who wish to visit friends and family members residing in Mexico also need the tourist visa.
- An invitation letter from the friend or relative you are paying a visit to the country should be provided.
- The letter should have the valid home address and telephone number of your host.
- While on a tourist visa, you may attend Mexican festivals and events.
- Applicants are required to present a letter from their current employer stating awareness of leave.
- Your position in the company, the term of your employment, and the duration of your leave should be stated in the letter.
- If you are under the age of 18, the unabridged original copy of your birth certificate should be made available.
- Also, a letter of consent signed by both your parents is required if you will be traveling without your parents.
- A document which shows that you have the incentive of returning to your country at the expiry of your visa should be submitted during the visa application process.
Mexico Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to Mexico for business purposes.
- Business travelers are permitted to attend conferences, trade fairs, and business summits while they are in Mexico.
- A signed official letter from your employer confirming that you are undertaking this business trip on the company’s behalf is needed.
- The purpose and dates of the trip will also be outlined in the letter.
- If a number of trips are required/envisaged, this must be clearly stated in the letter.
- If going for a business meeting, the Mexican company you’d be meeting may also provide a letter confirming the trip.
- If you are responsible for the costs of the trip, evidence of how you intend to finance your trip and support yourself for the duration of your visit must be provided.
- Certificate of business registration of the Mexican company you’d be visiting may be required.
Mexico Student Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Applicants intending to go to Mexico for study will need a student visa.
- Applicants of this visa should ensure they have been offered admission into the school they applied for before applying for the visa.
- The original admission letter written on the school’s letterhead should be provided.
- This proves that you have been offered admission into the school and you can attend classes.
- Certificates and transcripts gotten from previously attended schools should also be submitted during the visa application process.
- Proof that you have paid the tuition fee for the school should be provided.
- International students are permitted to work part-time for 20 hours per week when school is in session and full-time when the school is on break.
- If you are a minor, the original copy of your birth certificate should be made available.
- Also, a notarized letter of consent signed by both your parents should be provided.
- An extension to this visa can be granted to cover the duration of your study program in the country.
Mexico Visa Fees
Tourist visa
160.00 (USD)
Business visa
160.00 (USD)
Student visa
160.00 (USD)
Mexico Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Ghana
Accra
Plot 16, 1st Circular Road Cantonments, Accra-Ghana
embghana@sre.gob.mx / consularesgha@sre.gob.mx
Tel: (+233) 302 789 322