Mexican visa for Portuguese citizens
A visa is NOT required for Portuguese passport holders visiting Mexico for a short-term stay: 180 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Portuguese citizens to enter Mexico for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 180 days |
| Evisa | Mexico e-visa for Portuguese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Mexico visa on arrival for Portuguese citizens | Not Available | |
Mexico tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Portuguese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Mexico.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Mexico.
If you are looking for Mexico visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Portugal, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Mexico nearest your place of residence.
- Lisbon: The Embassy of Mexico in Lisbon, Portugal (Working hours: Close now)
- Porto: The Honorary Consulate of Mexico in Porto, Portugal (Working hours: Close now)
Mexico visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Mexico diplomatic mission offices to Portugal for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Portugal traveling to Mexico from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Portugal) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 144,465 | N/A |
| 2009 | 140,780 | -2.55% |
| 2010 | 146,727 | 4.22% |
| 2011 | 147,439 | 0.49% |
| 2012 | 147,439 | 0.00% |
| 2013 | 152,151 | 3.20% |
| 2014 | 184,880 | 21.51% |
| 2015 | 202,186 | 9.36% |
| 2016 | 220,998 | 9.30% |
| 2017 | 247,533 | 12.01% |
| 2018 | 260,272 | 5.15% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Mexico & Portugal comparison
Mexico's area is approximately 1,943,950 km2 (750,562 sq mi), while the area of Portugal is approximately 91,590 km2 (35,363 sq mi). This means Portugal is 21.22 times smaller than Mexico.
As of October 2025, Mexico's population is ~135.8 million people - 125,717,332 more people than the population of Portugal.
We have highlighted Mexico & Portugal’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Mexico | Portugal | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 135,766,188 | 10,048,856 | 125.7 million more people live in Mexico than Portugal |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 157 | 128 | Mexico has 29 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Portugal. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 114 | 141 | Mexico passport holders visit 27 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 212 | 150 | Mexican hosts 62 more foreign missions than Portugal. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Portugal travel to Mexico in one year?
The number of visitors from Portugal visiting Mexico in 2018 was approximately 260,272.
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| Sunrise | 14:01 PM | |
Useful Information
- Mexico City to Lisbon: 9563.67 km (5942.59 mi)
- Travel time: 19 hours 55 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025