Mexican visa for British citizens
A visa is NOT required for British passport holders visiting Mexico for a short-term stay: 180 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For British citizens to enter Mexico for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 180 days |
| Evisa | Mexico e-visa for British citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Mexico visa on arrival for British citizens | Not Available | |
Mexico tourist visa requirements:
- Holding British 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 United Kingdom, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Mexico nearest your place of residence.
- London: The Embassy of Mexico in London, United Kingdom (Working hours: Open now. Close in 26 minutes)
Mexico visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Mexico diplomatic mission offices to United Kingdom for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Kingdom traveling to Mexico from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Kingdom) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 568,729 | N/A |
| 2009 | 551,837 | -2.97% |
| 2010 | 546,206 | -1.02% |
| 2011 | 546,206 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | 557,468 | 2.06% |
| 2013 | 585,622 | 5.05% |
| 2014 | 534,944 | -8.65% |
| 2015 | 574,360 | 7.37% |
| 2016 | 545,055 | -5.10% |
| 2017 | 563,099 | 3.31% |
| 2018 | 534,944 | -5.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Mexico & United Kingdom comparison
Mexico's area is approximately 1,943,950 km2 (750,562 sq mi), while the area of United Kingdom is approximately 241,930 km2 (93,409 sq mi). This means United Kingdom is 8.04 times smaller than Mexico.
As of October 2025, Mexico's population is ~135.8 million people - 66,081,198 more people than the population of United Kingdom.
We have highlighted Mexico & United Kingdom’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Mexico | United Kingdom | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 135,766,188 | 69,684,990 | 66.1 million more people live in Mexico than United Kingdom |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 157 | 222 | Mexico has 65 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Kingdom. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 114 | 139 | Mexico passport holders visit 25 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 212 | 348 | Mexican hosts 136 fewer foreign missions than United Kingdom. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Kingdom travel to Mexico in one year?
The number of visitors from United Kingdom visiting Mexico in 2018 was approximately 534,944.
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| Humidity | 77% | |
| Wind | 4.02 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 13:50 PM | |
Useful Information
- Mexico City to London: 10407.59 km (6466.98 mi)
- Travel time: 21 hours 40 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025