Passport renewal Mexico costs between 920 pesos for a 1-year passport and 4,280 pesos for a 10-year passport in 2026, and in Mexico the passport is issued the same day as your appointment. You book through the Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores (SRE, the Mexican Foreign Ministry) appointment system, bring your expired passport, a proof of nationality and a valid ID, and give a photo, fingerprints and an iris scan at the office.
If you’re sorting out passport renewal Mexico for yourself or a family member, the details change depending on where you apply. Inside Mexico the fee is in pesos and the passport comes out in about an hour. At a consulate in the United States the fee is in dollars and the wait is a few business days. This guide covers both, plus the discount that cuts the price in half for some applicants. It draws on a UnoTV article published 8 January 2026, a Récord article published 6 January 2026 and updated 21 January 2026, a One Dollar Passport Photo guide published 24 February 2026 and a SanDiegoRed report from 2020. These are media and consumer sites, not the SRE, so confirm the fee and the requirements on the SRE site before you pay. For how renewal works in the United States, see our passport renewal guide.
How Does Passport Renewal Mexico Work?
Book an appointment, pay at a bank, attend with your documents and leave with the passport the same day. UnoTV lists the steps for applicants in Mexico.
- Book an appointment by phone or online at citas.sre.gob.mx.
- Arrive 15 minutes early with all your documents.
- Complete biometrics: photo, fingerprints and iris scan.
- Wait 10 to 60 minutes.
- Receive the passport.
UnoTV gives the SRE appointment phone line as 55 893 24827, open daily from 8:00 to 20:00. Its title promises delivery times, but its body only describes same-day issuance at the office, with no mailing or processing timeframe. Because the article links no official document, treat the same-day claim as the norm and not a guarantee.
How Much Does Passport Renewal Mexico Cost?
920 pesos for 1 year, 1,795 for 3 years, 2,440 for 6 years and 4,280 for 10 years. UnoTV and Récord publish the same 2026 figures, and UnoTV says the SRE updated them effective 1 January 2026 in Mexico and at consulates.
The 50% discount applies to people over 60, people with a verified disability and, according to UnoTV, Canadian temporary agricultural workers. Récord describes the agricultural worker requirements as depending on the validity period, so ask the SRE before you rely on it. The 3-year discount figure of 900 pesos isn’t exactly half of 1,795 (which is 897.50), and both articles round it up. Récord notes that the 1-year passport is limited to children under 3, yet its table shows a 1-year discounted fee for seniors and people with disabilities, which doesn’t fit that restriction. UnoTV says the 1-year passport additionally covers people who need consular protection and people returning to Mexico.
Neither article cites a primary source such as the Diario Oficial de la Federación (the official government gazette) or an SRE page, even though both call the figures official. Check the SRE fee page before you pay at the bank.
Which Documents Do You Need?
Proof of Mexican nationality, a valid official ID, the bank receipt, the appointment sheet and your expired passport. UnoTV lists the documents for an applicant in Mexico.
- Proof of nationality: a birth certificate, naturalization letter, nationality certificate or consular ID (matrícula consular).
- A valid official ID, such as an INE (Instituto Nacional Electoral) voter card or a driver’s license.
- The bank payment receipt.
- The appointment confirmation sheet.
- The original expired passport.
The One Dollar Passport Photo guide, which covers consulates in the United States, adds a proof of address dated within the last three months and an optional CURP (Clave Única de Registro de Población, the national population ID) that it says speeds up processing. It lists a utility bill, bank statement, lease, mortgage statement, government mail or pay stub as acceptable proof. Its photo spec is 4.5 by 3.5 cm (about 1.8 by 1.4 inches) on a plain white background, taken within 30 days. The guide contradicts itself on the number of photos and on matte versus glossy paper, and SanDiegoRed says the photo is taken during the application, so ask your consulate before you print anything.
How Does Renewal Work at a Mexican Consulate in the United States?
You attend in person at the consulate that covers your area, because you can’t renew online or by mail. The One Dollar Passport Photo guide says the appointment takes 30 to 60 minutes and covers check-in, document review, photo check, biometrics, data confirmation, payment and a receipt. It lists these eligibility rules.
- You’re a Mexican citizen living in the United States.
- Your previous passport was issued when you were 18 or older.
- A passport issued under 18 counts as a first-time adult passport, though the guide says the process is almost identical.
Walk-ins aren’t accepted. The guide says popular consulates can have waits of 2 to 4 weeks and suggests checking for cancellations daily, or trying a nearby consulate. Emergency appointments need documented urgency, such as travel within 72 hours. Processing takes 3 to 5 business days from the day the application is accepted, according to the guide, which gives no source for that figure. Pickup is free, and mail delivery costs an extra $20 to $30 by the guide’s estimate.
How Much Does Renewal Cost at a Consulate in the United States?
The One Dollar Passport Photo guide lists $34 for 1 year, $56 for 3 years, $90 for 6 years and $137 for 10 years, but a 2020 report gives higher figures. SanDiegoRed reported $34, $78, $107 and $150 for the same four validity periods. The 1-year amount matches in both sources. The others differ by $22, $17 and $13.
SanDiegoRed’s article is five years older, and it is possible that the SRE lowered the consular fees afterwards. The 2026 guide cites no official source and says fees may be adjusted annually. Ask your consulate for the current amount. The guide says payment is accepted in cash (US dollars), most Visa and Mastercard cards, and money orders at some locations, but not personal checks.
SanDiegoRed says people over 60 and people with disabilities get 50% off at consulates and must indicate it when applying.
Which Validity Gives the Best Value?
The 6-year passport costs the least per year at about 407 pesos, compared with 428 pesos for the 10-year passport. The arithmetic uses the 2026 standard fees from UnoTV and Récord.
- 1 year: 920 pesos per year.
- 3 years: about 598 pesos per year (1,795 divided by 3).
- 6 years: about 407 pesos per year (2,440 divided by 6).
- 10 years: 428 pesos per year (4,280 divided by 10).
A 10-year passport still saves you one trip to the SRE or consulate every six years. If you’re 60 or older and qualify for the 50% rate, the same ratios hold, with the 6-year passport at 1,220 pesos and the 10-year passport at 2,140 pesos. Pick the validity that matches how long you expect to need the passport, and confirm which options your age group can choose.
What Changes for Name Changes, Minors and Lost Passports?
Each case adds documents to the standard set. The One Dollar Passport Photo guide lists the extras for consulate applications.
- A lost or stolen passport needs a police report, a signed declaration and a birth certificate.
- A name change needs marriage or divorce documents.
- A minor needs parental documents, and the maximum validity for a minor is 6 years.
UnoTV doesn’t list extra documents for these cases in Mexico, so ask the SRE office what applies to you when you book. Bring the paperwork in original form, since the consulate guide asks for originals at the document review step.
How Long Is a Mexican Passport Valid?
1, 3, 6 or 10 years, depending on your age and the option you choose. The 10-year passport is for adults aged 18 and over. The One Dollar Passport Photo guide says minors get a maximum of 6 years and that the remaining validity on your old passport doesn’t carry over to the new one. The guide says Mexico has issued biometric e-passports since 2021, without a source.
How Long Does It Take?
Same day in Mexico, and 3 to 5 business days at a consulate in the United States. UnoTV describes a 10 to 60 minute wait at the office. The One Dollar Passport Photo guide gives the consular range. The two figures aren’t directly comparable, since one measures the visit and the other measures time to pickup.
If you’re booking a trip, count the appointment wait too. An applicant who gets a consulate slot 3 weeks out and then waits 5 business days is looking at roughly 4 weeks from first search to passport in hand.
How Do You Get an Earlier Consulate Appointment?
Check the booking page for cancellations every day, and look at a nearby consulate if yours is full. The One Dollar Passport Photo guide suggests checking at 8 AM local time, but it gives no source for that timing, so treat it as a tip and not a rule. Emergency appointments exist for documented urgent travel, such as a flight within 72 hours. Bring the ticket or itinerary as proof. If your trip is further out, a regular slot 2 to 4 weeks away still leaves time for the 3 to 5 business day processing.
Which Mistakes Delay Passport Renewal Mexico?
Paying the wrong fee and arriving with missing documents cause most delays. Check each point first.
- Using the 2020 consular fee table instead of a current one.
- Choosing the 1-year passport when you aren’t eligible for it.
- Forgetting the original expired passport.
- Bringing an ID that has expired.
- Showing up at a consulate without an appointment.
- Missing the discount because you didn’t mention it when applying.
- Skipping the proof of address at a consulate.
- Booking travel before the appointment is confirmed.
FAQs
How much does passport renewal Mexico cost?
In Mexico, 920 pesos for 1 year, 1,795 for 3 years, 2,440 for 6 years and 4,280 for 10 years, according to UnoTV and Récord. Consular fees are in US dollars.
Can I renew a Mexican passport the same day?
Yes, in Mexico. UnoTV says the passport is issued the same day after a 10 to 60 minute wait. Consulates in the United States take 3 to 5 business days, according to one guide.
Who gets the 50% discount?
People over 60, people with a verified disability and, per UnoTV, Canadian temporary agricultural workers.
Can I renew online?
You book online, but biometrics are in person. The One Dollar Passport Photo guide says you can’t renew online or by mail at a consulate.
How long is a Mexican passport valid?
One, three, six or ten years, depending on age. Minors get a maximum of 6 years.
What documents do I need?
Proof of nationality, a valid ID, the bank receipt, the appointment sheet and your expired passport, according to UnoTV.
How early should I book?
Consulates may have waits of 2 to 4 weeks, according to the One Dollar Passport Photo guide. Book as soon as you know your travel dates.
Conclusion
Passport renewal Mexico is quick if you’re in the country: book on citas.sre.gob.mx, bring the expired passport and a valid ID, and leave the same day. In the United States, expect a consulate slot weeks out and a pickup within 3 to 5 business days. A 10-year passport for an adult costs 4,280 pesos in Mexico.
