London Mexican Consulate: Residency Requirements (2026)
At a glance · 2026
- Temporary Residency
- £3,426/month in income, or £57,737 in savings
- Permanent Residency · retirees and pensioners
- £5,743/month in pension income, or £230,997 in savings
- Bank statements
- The last 6 months if you apply on income, or 12 months on savings.
- Booking
- Online through MiConsulado, under the residency visa service.
Amounts are this consulate's tracked figures. Last verified 2026-08-04. Details and sources below.
The Mexican Consulate in London covers the entire United Kingdom. Each consulate converts Mexico's federal peso thresholds at its own exchange rate, so the exact amount you must show is consulate-specific. Below are the 2026 figures for this consulate.
Do your numbers clear the London requirement?
Check income, savings, residency type, and household size against this consulate's current figures.
2026 economic-solvency amounts
| Temporary — monthly income | £3,426 |
|---|---|
| Temporary — savings/investments | £57,737 |
| Per dependent (added to income) | £1,108 |
| Statements required | 6 months (income) |
| Permanent — monthly income | £5,743/month — check your exact figure |
| Permanent — savings/investments | £230,997 |
5 individually sourced figures from the consulate's official publication, verified 2026-08-04.
Temporary Residency income requirement at the London consulate
For Temporary Residency, the London consulate's 2026 monthly income figure is £3,426 in GBP. This is the amount the consulate compares against your recent income statements; the calculator checks the same figure against your household size and income pattern. See the 2026 income requirements guide for accepted income types, dependent additions, and statement rules.
Savings requirement at the London consulate
If income is not your best route, the savings path usually requires showing a stable balance across 12 months. For Temporary Residency at London, the tracked 2026 savings figure is £57,737. The savings requirements guide explains which accounts count and how the statement history is evaluated.
Permanent Residency requirement at the London consulate
Permanent Residency on income or savings is for retirees and pensioners only, and its income test is a pension. It also has a higher financial bar than Temporary Residency. At London, the tracked monthly pension figure is £5,743/month. If you're still working, Temporary is your route, and it converts to Permanent after four years. Compare the direct and conversion routes in the 2026 Permanent Residency requirements guide.
Can you apply out of area at the London consulate?
Mexican consulates organize service by jurisdiction. Start with the post assigned to your address, and use London only if it explicitly confirms that it will accept your application before you book or travel. Your bank statements, address, and appointment category should all match your application.
What to prepare for a London residency appointment
Build one clean file around either income or savings. Before attending, confirm the London post's current checklist and prepare:
- Your valid passport, completed visa application, and consulate-compliant photos.
- Proof that your address falls within the consulate's jurisdiction.
- Complete statements for the required period: 6 months for income or 12 months for savings.
- Supporting pension, employment, benefit, or investment documents that explain the statements.
- The required copies and accepted payment method, checked directly before the appointment.
UK-issued documents don't appear to need an apostille here. The London consular section's own visa page requires an apostille only on documents issued “outside Mexico or the UK” — so a marriage or birth certificate issued in Britain falls outside it. That is the opposite of the usual advice, and it is worth several weeks and a legalisation fee, so confirm it with the consulate when you book.
If you married or your child was born outside the UK, that certificate does still need an apostille — from the country that issued it, not from the FCDO — or consular legalisation if that country isn't party to the Hague Convention.
How to book the London Mexican consulate appointment
Use the booking method published by the Mexican Consulate in London and select the visa or residency service—not a passport or civil-registry appointment. Availability and instructions can change, so prepare your file first and rely on the official consulate source rather than third-party appointment sellers. The Mexican consulate appointment guide explains the current MiConsulado flow, the correct visa calendar, document-upload limits, empty calendars, and appointment validation. Check the official London instructions.
Do you qualify through London?
Our free calculator uses London's tracked 2026 amounts and your income, savings, and household to tell you where you stand in about 2 minutes.
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Official source: Mexican Consulate in London
Common questions
How much income do you need for the London Mexican consulate?+
For Temporary Residency in 2026, the London consulate looks for about £3,426 per month in income, or roughly £57,737 in savings/investments. You generally show the 6 most recent months of statements.
How much do you need for Permanent Residency at the London Mexican consulate?+
For Permanent Residency in 2026, the London consulate looks for about £5,743 per month in income, or roughly £230,997 in savings/investments. It is open to retirees and pensioners only, and income means a pension. Everyone else starts on Temporary Residency and converts after four years.
Can I combine income and savings to qualify?+
No. Mexican consulates evaluate income or savings — you qualify on one or the other, not a blend of the two.
What documents should I take to the London residency appointment?+
Prepare your passport, visa application and photos, proof of address, and complete financial statements for your chosen income or savings route. Bring the supporting pension, employment, or investment evidence that explains those statements. Confirm the London consulate's current checklist, copies, payment method, and photo specifications before attending.
How do I book a Mexican residency appointment in London?+
Use the appointment method published by the Mexican Consulate in London and choose the visa or residency category. Availability and booking systems can change, so rely on the consulate's official source rather than third-party appointment sellers.
How much extra per dependent?+
Each dependent (spouse or minor child) adds about £1,108 to the monthly income requirement at this consulate.
What area does the London Mexican consulate serve?+
The Mexican Consulate in London serves the entire United Kingdom. Start with the consulate assigned to your address. Use another post only if it explicitly confirms that it will accept your application.
See all Mexican consulate requirements, the complete 2026 residency requirements guide; the consulate comparison, or Mexican residency for UK citizens.