Family Unity Visa (Temporary Resident)

Eligibility is strictly determined by your relationship to a person currently holding Mexican citizenship or residency.

Relationship to a Mexican Citizen

You qualify if you are the:

• Spouse or Common-law Partner: For common-law (concubinato), you must typically prove you have lived together for at least two years or have a child together.
• Child: You must be unmarried and under the age of 18.
• Parent: You are the mother or father of a Mexican citizen.
• Sibling: You must be under 18 years of age, and the Mexican citizen must have legal representation over you.

Relationship to a Foreign Resident (Temporary or Permanent)

You qualify if you are the:

• Spouse or Common-law Partner.
• Child: You must be unmarried and under 18 (this applies to children of the resident or children of the resident's spouse/partner).
• Parent: You are the mother or father of the foreign resident.

Key Thresholds and Restrictions

• Financial Solvency: In most cases, the strict income requirements required for other visas are waived. However, some consulates may still ask the sponsor to demonstrate they can financially support the dependent.
• Nationality of Sponsor: Benefits apply whether the Mexican sponsor is a citizen by birth or by naturalization.
• Age Limits: The "under 18" rule for children and siblings is strictly enforced. Once a child turns 18, they generally cannot apply under this specific "Family Unity" dependency category unless they have a disability that prevents them from self-support.