Comments on the agreement INMI under the SEGOB
Comments on the agreement INMI under the SEGOB
This Agreement introduces significant changes that directly affect immigration procedures to be carried out by foreign nationals in Mexico. Below are the key points for your reference:
The Agreement eliminates specific documentary requirements, particularly as it will no longer be necessary to present the original Temporary or Permanent Resident Card to notify changes in personal data such as marital status, name, nationality, address, or workplace.
New maximum response times are established for the resolution of certain procedures:
The procedures for renewal, exchange, and replacement are now consolidated into a single process referred to as the issuance of an immigration document. It is important to note that this simplification does not modify the existing requirements or government fees.
The Agreement will enter into force on August 1st, 2025.
Procedures submitted before that date will be resolved by the regulations applicable at the time of submission.
The INMI will have a period of 180 calendar days to update its platforms, internal guidelines, and procedures in line with the new provisions.
The Agreement establishing administrative simplification and improvement measures for procedures before the National Institute of Migration represents a significant step toward modernizing immigration procedures in Mexico. The elimination of physical documentation, reduction of response times, and consolidation of procedures reflect an effort to enhance efficiency in serving foreign nationals without compromising regulatory compliance.
Although this new framework does not alter existing requirements or fees, it does require adjustments in the way immigration procedures are filed and managed. For this reason, being informed about these changes is essential to avoid potential setbacks.
The BDO Legal team remains at your disposal for any questions or support you may require in implementing these new provisions.
- Elimination of Certain Documents.
The Agreement eliminates specific documentary requirements, particularly as it will no longer be necessary to present the original Temporary or Permanent Resident Card to notify changes in personal data such as marital status, name, nationality, address, or workplace.
- Fast Response Times.
New maximum response times are established for the resolution of certain procedures:
- Up to three business days to process and resolve notifications of changes for Temporary and Permanent Residents regarding marital status, name, nationality, address, or workplace.
- Up to ten business days to issue resolutions related to the renewal, exchange, or replacement of immigration documents.
- Consolidation of Immigration Procedures.
The procedures for renewal, exchange, and replacement are now consolidated into a single process referred to as the issuance of an immigration document. It is important to note that this simplification does not modify the existing requirements or government fees.
- Effective Date.
The Agreement will enter into force on August 1st, 2025.
Procedures submitted before that date will be resolved by the regulations applicable at the time of submission.
The INMI will have a period of 180 calendar days to update its platforms, internal guidelines, and procedures in line with the new provisions.
- Conclusion.
The Agreement establishing administrative simplification and improvement measures for procedures before the National Institute of Migration represents a significant step toward modernizing immigration procedures in Mexico. The elimination of physical documentation, reduction of response times, and consolidation of procedures reflect an effort to enhance efficiency in serving foreign nationals without compromising regulatory compliance.
Although this new framework does not alter existing requirements or fees, it does require adjustments in the way immigration procedures are filed and managed. For this reason, being informed about these changes is essential to avoid potential setbacks.
The BDO Legal team remains at your disposal for any questions or support you may require in implementing these new provisions.