Do I need a visa for Cancun or Playa del Carmen?

No, these are in Mexico so the same rules apply - just a tourist card (FMM) for most nationalities. The Caribbean coast has no separate visa requirements.

How long can I stay in Mexico's Caribbean without a visa?

Up to 180 days with just a tourist card, though immigration decides your exact length of stay at entry. Most get the full 180 days but some get 30-90 days.

What if I lose my tourist card slip in Mexico?

Go to any INM (immigration) office to get a replacement. Bring your passport and expect to pay about $30. Don't wait until departure - airlines won't let you board without it.

Can I extend my stay in Mexico's Caribbean region?

Yes, visit an INM office before your current permit expires. Extensions cost about $30 and can add 30-180 days depending on your situation and nationality.

How to Get Your First Visa for Mexico's Caribbean Coast

Most travelers don't need a visa for Mexico's Caribbean coast - just a valid passport and tourist card (FMM) you get on arrival or online. US, Canadian, and EU citizens get 180 days visa-free. The process takes 5 minutes at immigration.

Check if you need a visa. Citizens of US, Canada, EU, UK, Australia, New Zealand, and 60+ other countries don't need a visa for tourism up to 180 days. Check Mexico's official visa list if you're unsure. If your country isn't listed, apply for a tourist visa at a Mexican consulate before traveling.
Get your tourist card (FMM). Fill out the Forma Migratoria Multiple online at inm.gob.mx 7 days before travel, or get a paper form on your flight/at the border. You'll need your passport info, Mexican address, and reason for visit. Print the confirmation if done online.
Prepare required documents. Bring your passport (valid 6+ months), return flight ticket, and proof of accommodation for your first night. Immigration may ask for these but rarely checks accommodation proof at Caribbean airports.
Complete entry process. Present your passport and FMM to Mexican immigration. They'll stamp your passport and give you the bottom portion of the FMM - keep this paper slip safe. You need it to leave Mexico. The process takes 2-5 minutes.
Handle departure. Present your passport and the FMM slip when leaving Mexico. Airlines may ask for it at check-in. Lost your FMM? Go to any INM office to get a replacement for about $30 - don't wait until departure day.

Do I need a visa for Cancun or Playa del Carmen?: No, these are in Mexico so the same rules apply - just a tourist card (FMM) for most nationalities. The Caribbean coast has no separate visa requirements.
How long can I stay in Mexico's Caribbean without a visa?: Up to 180 days with just a tourist card, though immigration decides your exact length of stay at entry. Most get the full 180 days but some get 30-90 days.
What if I lose my tourist card slip in Mexico?: Go to any INM (immigration) office to get a replacement. Bring your passport and expect to pay about $30. Don't wait until departure - airlines won't let you board without it.
Can I extend my stay in Mexico's Caribbean region?: Yes, visit an INM office before your current permit expires. Extensions cost about $30 and can add 30-180 days depending on your situation and nationality.