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Immigration and Inmigrado

It would seem we owe a big thank you to all the readers of this article. I think the greatest compliment to us is when we have members of the community asking us to write on a specific topic. Some of these requests have come from local realtors who want to properly advise their prospective clients. They have requested that write about the following topic, as they know the number of people this reaches by the feedback they obviously get. So once again, we thank the community.

These are the taxes that must be paid when applying for your documents:

FMT

• Extension $210 pesos

FM3

• New $1,432 pesos
• Renewal $1,038 pesos

FM2

• New $2,783 pesos
• Renewal $2,247 pesos.

These prices are subject to change at Immigration's discretion, but were accurate at press time (July, 2006).

FM2 and Inmigrado status in Mexico do not get much coverage, as the majority of the foreigners apply for FM3 status. Therefore, we have been asked to clarify some false beliefs surrounding these migratory statuses.

FM2s can be applied for as soon as you come to Mexico, right from an FMT (tourist visa), or at any time during your FM3 status. You do not have to wait for the renewal of the FM3 to apply for the FM2. The requirements are basically the same as an FM3, however the monthly income requirements are set higher, and the cost of obtaining such a document is also higher, as listed above. Please note; you cannot apply for an FM2 outside of Mexico the way you can an FM3. A new rule set this year by Immigration is. . .

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Adriana Perez Flores is an Attorney at Law based in Ajijic, Jalisco for legal and immigration services throughout Mexico.
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