What happens if I overstay my FMM in Mexico?

Overstaying a visa breaks Mexican immigration policy and local laws and may have serious consequences, including fines. Moreover, overstayers may be flagged by the immigration authorities and their chances of obtaining a new visa for Mexico in the future may be affected.



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The visitor permit cannot be extended or renewed; and you must leave Mexico by the date it expires. If you over-stay your visitor visa you will need to pay a fine when you leave the country.

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If you've overstayed your visa, the price can vary—especially if you're leaving from a smaller airport. However, the general rule of thumb is about $30 – $40 USD. If you overstay for years, the price will go up. However, legally the price cannot exceed $6,000 MXN (which is about $320 USD).

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Visitor permits cannot be extended or renewed The number of days written on your visitor permit (FMM) by the immigration official at the port of entry is the maximum time you are allowed to stay in Mexico, even if that is less than 180 days.

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Tourist Assistance All citizens of the United States must present a valid passport when entering Mexican territory by any means of transportation. There are no exceptions for minors. Stays less than 72 hours within the border area, do not require an Official Entry Immigration Form (FMM).

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When traveling through a land border, you can get one at the border crossing by stopping at an immigration office or applying online. The FMM form for Mexico can only be filled in online if you travel by land, it cannot be filled in online if you're traveling by sea or air.

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What Is the Mexico Tourist Card or FMM? The Forma Migratoria Multiple or Mexico tourist card is a legal requirement for visitors entering the country by land or sea.

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The tourist card (FMM) may be issued for up to 180 days and is issued per person including children.

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Fee for Mexico's Visitor Visa (FMM) If you arrive by land and leave Mexico within 7 days of your arrival date, there is no fee for the permit. If you fly into Mexico from overseas, the fee is usually included within your air ticket's “fees and surcharges.” The fee is approximately US$25.

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Even if you have a green card or US citizenship, you must hold an FMM. Passport: You need a valid passport that will not expire for the next 6 months, counting from your day of arrival in Mexico. The passport must be in your name and issued by your home government.

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Obtaining a Tourist Card is relatively easy. While you can get this card at the airport or the border, applying beforehand is more accessible, saves you stress, and speeds up the airport immigration process.

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How to get a FMM for Mexico
  1. Complete online application. Prepare your passport and fill out our simple online application form in less than 5 minutes.
  2. Receive your tourist card. You'll get the document in your email in a couple of days. No need to go anywhere!
  3. Start your journey. Get ready to go!


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UK passport holders do not need a Mexican visa for short-term visits. However, they must get the Forma Migratoria Múltiple (FMM), often referred to as the Mexico tourist card for Brits.

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General Information. A visitor visa allows you to stay in Mexico for a period of up to 180 days, provided that you are not carrying out any paid activities.

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However, through a new pilot program being offered at Cancun International Airport, the use of FMMs will be eliminated and in its place, the traveler will receive a stamp in their passport showing their arrival in Cancun. This stamp will be valid for up to a 180-day stay.

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