Mexico - Change Status from Humanitarian Visitor to Temporary Resident

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To Change Status from Humanitarian Visitor to Temporary Resident, the applicant has to approach the Instituto Nacional de Migración link
2. The applicant has to visit the office with the request letter.
3. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
4. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
5. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
6. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
7. The applicant has to get the appointment through phone to submit the documents.
8. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
9. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
10. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
11. Once the application is submitted, the individual will be scheduled for an interview with the INM. During the interview, the individual will be asked questions about their reasons for seeking permanent residency and their ability to support themselves financially.
12. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number or through email.
13. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a notification through email.
14. For further process, the applicant has to follow the instruction given by the officer.
15. This entire process can be completed within 7 – 14 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• ID proof (Birth Certificate, national Identity card, etc)
• Address proof – (Driving license, utility bill, etc)
• Fee receipt
• Criminal record check
• Temporary resident card
• Proof of income
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

Instituto Nacional de Migración
Avenida Homero 1832 Los Morales Polanco, Mayor's Office Miguel Hidalgo CP 11510, Mexico City
Telephone: (55) 5387 2400
Citizen Service: 800 00 46264
Contact link
Embassy and Consulates link

Eligibility

• Any temporary resident card holder who intends to Change Status from Humanitarian Visitor to Temporary Resident is eligible to make this application.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

• The validity of the permit is three years.

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 7 – 14 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Surname
• Address
• ZIP code
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Mobile number
• Fax
• Email
• Parents name
• Nationality
• Education details
• Mailing address
• Other details
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• Changing status from humanitarian visitor to temporary resident in Mexico means that a person who entered Mexico on a humanitarian visitor visa is requesting permission to stay in Mexico for an extended period of time as a temporary resident.
• This can be done for a variety of reasons, such as work, study, or family reunification.

Information which might help

• It's important to note that the process of changing status from humanitarian visitor to temporary resident can be complex and may require the assistance of an immigration lawyer or consultant.
• Additionally, the requirements for temporary residency may vary depending on the specific circumstances of the individual, such as their nationality or the purpose of their stay.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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