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What is the change? Mexico’s immigration offices will close for an extended holiday break from Dec. 20 to Jan. 5. Offices will reopen Jan. 8.
What does the change mean? The closure will affect visa processing as well as travel. Foreign nationals who enter Mexico with a “Visa for Exchange” issued by the Mexican Consulate between Dec. 20 and Jan. 5 will not be able to leave the country until immigration offices reopen after the New Year. Travel for those entering Mexico on tourist or business visas will not be affected.
Key points:
BAL Analysis: Applicants should plan to file any time-sensitive applications as early as possible before Dec. 20 to avoid additional delays. Foreign nationals planning travel to Mexico should take note of the travel restrictions and plan their schedules accordingly. Processing delays should be expected in the days after offices reopen.
This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group and our network provider located in Mexico. For additional information, please contact your BAL attorney.
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