Can one extend their tourist visa (ie, from 30 to 60 days)?

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acpr Member

Member since 24 August 2018

acprMember09 May 2023 14:21:09

Most sites about extensions refer to extending past 180 days, but I'm concerned about if I can extend beyond what an immigration officer might give me - ex. 30 days according to my proof of accomodations, despite me wanting to stay 2-6 months total. I'm American, btw.

One site says:

"However, it's possible to extend your Forma Migratoria M煤ltiple to a full 180 days if the immigration official at the Mexico point of entry gave you one for less than the maximum duration of the card (e.g., 60 days instead of 180)."

drgresidency Member

Member since 27 February 2023

drgresidencyMember09 May 2023 15:13:35

@acpr it depends where you are. I have heard of some immigration offices doing this, but it鈥檚 not typical. Usually you鈥檒l need to leave the country and return.

MexicoAfterlife Contributor

Member since 22 July 2021

MexicoAfterlifeContributor09 May 2023 15:34:44

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Try and live on a vacation visa at your own risk.

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