Federal Authorities

National Migration Institute (INM)

The National Migration Institute reviews the immigration status of persons entering Mexico through Mar de Cortés International Airport and provides the following permits:

• FMT: Tourist Visa that allows you to remain in Mexico as a tourist. You cannot work or live permanently in the country. Valid for up to 180 days. If you leave the country before the 180 days expire, you must return the permit to the immigration officer before departure.
• FM3: Temporary work or residence permit that allows you to live and work in Mexico.
• FM2: Permit granted after four extensions, allowing you to live, work, and become eligible for further residency rights.

To enter Mexico through Mar de Cortés International Airport, the passenger and crew manifest (eAPIS) must be submitted to the INM via email: apisinm@inami.gob.mx with a copy to aimardecortes@inami.gob.mx

A valid passport for passengers and crew will be requested upon arrival and departure, along with crew licenses. Applicable immigration fees must also be paid. Fee information is available at: https://www.gob.mx/inm/articulos/tarifas-de-derechos-migratorios-2026?idiom=es

Phone INM Office at Airport: 638 838 162

Email: aimardecortes@inami.gob.mx

Hours of operation: 15:00-00:00 Z

Extended service: Available upon customer request (fees apply)

Customs

The National Customs Agency of Mexico is responsible for organizing and overseeing customs and inspection services to ensure compliance with legal regulations governing the entry and exit of goods from the national territory, as well as the collection of applicable duties and contributions.

Air Passenger Clearance Process:

1. Arrival at the airport: Passenger arrives and proceeds to the international arrivals area.
2. Goods declaration: Required documents such as passport, airline ticket, and customs declaration (if applicable) must be presented.
3. Baggage inspection: Customs authorities may conduct random or selective inspections to ensure no prohibited or restricted goods are carried.
4. Customs allowance: Passengers may bring goods up to $500 USD in value, duty-free, in addition to personal luggage.
5. Payment of duties/regularization: If the value of goods exceeds the allowance, applicable duties must be paid, or the goods regularized under a specific customs regime.
6. Exit: After clearance, the passenger may leave the arrivals area.

Key points

Documentation:

• It is essential to present correct and complete documentation to avoid delays or problems in customs clearance.

Declaration:

• Any goods that exceed the duty-free allowance or are subject to restrictions must be declared.

Customs Allowance:

• Take advantage of the customs allowance to bring goods into the country duty-free.

Customs Regime:

• If it is necessary to import goods that are not covered by the allowance, it is important to know the applicable customs regime and comply with the necessary requirements.

Phone Customs Office at Airport: 55 88890400 and 55 58090200, ext. 3902 and 3915

Email: Not available

Hours of operation: 15:00-00:00 Z

Extended service: Available upon customer request (fees apply)

National Service for Agrifood Health, Safety and Quality

Mexico’s growing commercial development, following its entry into the World Trade Organization and the signing of trade agreements, has increased the risk of introducing pests and diseases not present in the country. Therefore, infrastructure has been established at ports, airports, and borders to facilitate the exchange of agricultural products.

Check the list of permitted and prohibited products at: https://www.gob.mx/senasica/documentos/productos-permitidos-y-prohibidos?state=published

Phone SENASICA Office at Airport: 55 59051000 ext. 52355 and 52336

Email: oisapuertopenasco@senasica.gob.mx

Hours of operation: 15:00-00:00 Z

Extended service: Available upon customer request (fees apply)