Access
Visa free
FStay 180 days
Policy · MexicoPassport Atlas
United States passport to Mexico
Yes — United States passport holders can visit Mexico without a visa for up to 180 days.
Snapshot 2026-10 · This week · Passport-index source
The other way
Visa required
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Key facts
- Mexico lets 66 of 198 passports in without a prior visa — United States is one of them.
- United States passports get “Visa free” at 112 of 198 destinations.
- In the other direction, Mexico passports get “Visa required” in United States.
Nearby passports travelling to Mexico
Open to United States passports near Mexico
Before you fly
- Remaining validityOften 6 months’ validity remaining
- Blank visa pagesAbout 2 blank visa pages
- Photo spec35 × 45 mm
Flight corridor
Direct flights
United StatesMexico- Typical duration
- 4.7 hours
- From
- LAX · DFW · ATL
- To
- CUN · MEX · GDL
Airlines United Airlines, AeroMéxico, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines
Search live faresDuration is a great-circle estimate between main airports. Direct corridors come from the OpenFlights public snapshot — check the carrier or Google Flights for times and prices.
United States
Country profile
Capital
Washington, D.C.
Population
340.1 million
Area
9,629,091 km²
Currency
United States dollar USD
Languages
English
Time zone
UTC-10:00–UTC-05:00
Foreign-born
52.4 million · 2024
Migrant share
15.2%
Ethnic groups · 2020
- White61.6%
- Black or African American12.4%
- two or more races10.2%
- other8.4%
- Asian6%
- Indigenous and Alaska native1.1%
Foreign-born counts are UN international migrant stock via the World Bank (mostly 2024). Ethnic groups follow each country's published categories — most do not census by skin colour. Indicative only.
Mexico
Country profile
Capital
Mexico City
Population
130.6 million
Area
1,972,550 km²
Currency
Mexican peso MXN
Languages
Spanish
Time zone
UTC-08:00–UTC-05:00
Foreign-born
1.7 million · 2024
Migrant share
1.3%
Ethnic groups · 2012
- Mestizo62%
- predominantly Indigenous21%
- other10%
- Indigenous7%
Foreign-born counts are UN international migrant stock via the World Bank (mostly 2024). Ethnic groups follow each country's published categories — most do not census by skin colour. Indicative only.
Travel notes
Plug
Type A / Type B
Mains
120 V · 60 Hz
Driving
Right
Emergency
Police 911 · Ambulance 911
Dialing code
+52
Airports
CUN · MEX · GDL · SJD
Highlights
- Chichen Itza
- Frida Kahlo Museum
- Cancún
- Teotihuacan
- Guanajuato
United States · Visa free
FAQ
Does a United States passport need a visa for Mexico?
On the 2026-10 matrix the result is “Visa free”. typical stay 180 days. Rules change — check the carrier and mission before you fly.
How long can you stay?
The matrix records a typical stay of 180 days. The entry stamp, eTA or visa page is authoritative.
Passport validity and blank pages?
Mexico typically wants about 6 months’ remaining validity and 2 blank visa pages. Photo spec is often 35 × 45 mm. Confirm with a Mexico mission.
What about a Mexico passport entering United States?
The reverse result is “Visa required”.
How do you apply for Mexico as a visitor?
FMM visitor：Up to 180 days。Airlines issue the FMM or you complete it on arrival. No work.