This Friday, September 13, 2024, the Mexican immigration authorities (INM) announced a significant change that will take effect starting Tuesday, September 17th, 2024. They are reinstating their online appointment system for several procedures across all 32 states in Mexico.
The online system will be available for 18 procedures, a resume could be as follows:
- Canje (exchange of visa for residency card). hange to permanent resident through family unity.
- Residency Renewal Change to temporary resident through family unity.
- Change fo status, from Temporary to Permanent Resident
- Change of status from Visitor to Temporary or Permanent Resident
- Card Replacement
- Notification of Changes (change of address, workplace, marital status, nationality, change of name
- Work permit issuance.
The processes that do not need appointments at this moment are:
- Regularation for having an expired document
- Regularization through family ties
- Regularization through RNE, Special Program
- Visas
- Employer Certificate (Constancia de Empleador)
- Update of Employer Certificate (Actualización de Constancia de Empleador)
System Functionality
The appointment link is now available at inm.gob.mx/spublic/portal/inmex.html. To schedule, click on the ‘Trámite Migratorios’ icon on the right side of the page. You will need to create a username and password. Make sure you have your completed ‘Application Form’ ready, as you’ll be required to enter some details before selecting the date, time, and location for your appointment. Please note that not all offices are listed in the system—smaller or secondary offices, such as those in Chapala and Melaque, may not appear.
Pros & Con
Pros: One major benefit of this online system is the potential for a uniform appointment process across all INM offices in Mexico, which could reduce the inconsistencies in service delivery that many individuals currently experience. Additionally, the structured nature of online appointments could lessen wait times at the INM offices.
Cons: However, there are also some drawbacks to this system. The system may occasionally experience technical issues or require users to navigate a learning curve, particularly for those unfamiliar with the platform or who may struggle with internet access.
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What Comes Next
While the news brings optimism, it also leaves room for questions about how the transition will unfold. Our team is tracking these updates and will provide you with the most accurate information as soon as it’s released.
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