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Discovering Mexico
Registrations
For most of the registrations in Mexico, the offices will commonly ask for the following
documents:
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Valid passport
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CURP
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TRC
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Proof of address (i.e. telephone or utility bill)
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Payment of the required fee
CURP Registration
Clave Única de Registro de Población
, or CURP, is an alphanumeric code made up of 18
elements used to register all of the people living in Mexico, both residents and citizens.
This is required for most government services, including opening a bank account.
In order get a CURP, it is necessary to bring your birth certificate, passport, and visa to
your nearest CURP module.
www.renapo.gob.mx/swb/swb/RENAPO/HomeUbica .TRC
The Tarjeta de Residencia (Residence Card) is the document issued by the National
Institute of Migration that proves the regular immigration status of the expatriate.
Temporary or permanent residents have a period of 30 calendar days from their entry into
national territory to process the correct TRC. The residence card also gives the right to
obtain the
CURP. You can submit your application request on the following link:
www.inm.gob.mx/index.php/page/Solicitud_de_Estancia.Visas
Mexican visas can be applied for at a Mexican consulate office outside of Mexico. There
are several types of visas to choose from as appropriate for the length of your assignment.
Typical requirements include:
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Valid passport (copy and original)
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Front view, color, passport-sized photographs, without glasses and with white
background (some require two photos)
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Payment of the required fee
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Company letter including applicant’s title, description of activities and duration, and
how salary and expenses will be covered
Please visit the U.S. Embassy website for more detailed information on types of visas and
requirements:
http://mexico.usembassy.gov .