Mexico

Visitor visa (B1/B2) appointment wait times by consulate. Updated June 23, 2026.

Mexico City

High demand

Visitor (B1/B2)

268 days

Student (F/M/J)

94 days

Other

147 days

High demand post — emergency/expedite appointment requests are common; check the embassy site for current criteria.

Mexico City — 12-month trend

Guadalajara

High demand

Visitor (B1/B2)

326 days

Student (F/M/J)

114 days

Other

179 days

High demand post — emergency/expedite appointment requests are common; check the embassy site for current criteria.

Guadalajara — 12-month trend

Tijuana

High demand

Visitor (B1/B2)

275 days

Student (F/M/J)

96 days

Other

151 days

High demand post — emergency/expedite appointment requests are common; check the embassy site for current criteria.

Tijuana — 12-month trend

Ciudad Juarez

High demand

Visitor (B1/B2)

246 days

Student (F/M/J)

86 days

Other

135 days

High demand post — emergency/expedite appointment requests are common; check the embassy site for current criteria.

Ciudad Juarez — 12-month trend

Mexico Visa Appointment FAQs

How accurate are these wait times for Mexico?

Wait times reflect a snapshot of the next available standard visitor visa appointment slot at each post. They can shift by days or weeks based on staffing changes, local holidays, and demand spikes, so always confirm the live figure on the embassy or consulate booking site before finalizing travel plans.

What is an emergency or expedited appointment?

Most posts offer an expedite request process for urgent travel needs (medical emergencies, funeral travel, business-critical trips). Approval criteria and availability vary by post and are decided case by case.

Does a long wait time affect my visa approval chances?

No — wait time only reflects appointment scheduling availability at that post, not the likelihood of visa approval. Approval depends on your individual application and consular interview.