United Kingdom
Mexico
Mexico visa for British citizens
Entry requirement
British citizens do not need a visa for Mexico: stays of up to 180 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 180 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at sre.gob.mx
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Mexican citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
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Travel advice for Mexico
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from the United Kingdom to Mexico, it helps to know the official travel advice: the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Mexico (updated 20 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Mexico (updated 19 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long British citizens can stay in Mexico
British citizens may stay in Mexico for up to 180 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Mexico.
Mexico’s neighbours for British citizens
Guatemala and Belize admit British citizens visa-free.
Mexican citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
Mexican citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for the United Kingdom, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 180 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa for Mexico?
British citizens do not need a visa for Mexico: stays of up to 180 days are visa-free.
How long can British citizens stay in Mexico?
British citizens can stay in Mexico for up to 180 days.
Do Mexican citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Mexican citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for the United Kingdom, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 180 days.
Can British citizens enter Mexico visa-free?
Yes, British citizens can enter Mexico without a visa and stay for up to 180 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.