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FM3 renewal time

fishbuck - 4-8-2009 at 04:41 PM

Anybody remember what documents are required to renew an FM3. This is my second time renewing it but I forgot what is needed.
Last time I only brought the FM3 and because I didn't have the other docs it ended up being late and there was a fine. It also took like 8 months to get it back.
That was in Ensenada and I guess they have a few problems there at the Immigration office.

schwlind - 4-8-2009 at 05:06 PM

My Immigration person in Ensenada sent me an email today saying the following is required:
The most recent month's original bank statement received prior to the expiration of your current FM3 (they will not accept a copy of a bank statement, but they may accept a copy if you also obtain an Apostle from your Secretary of State confirming it is a true and accurate copy of your bank statement... seems more trouble than it's worth); and two or three documents to be filled out and/or signed (which can probably be obtained from Immigration); your current FM3 and the Immigration renewal fee of 1294 pesos. This is for a Rentista FM3... business FM3's are different.
Linda

fishbuck - 4-8-2009 at 05:09 PM

Thanks!:yes:

In Rosarito/Ensenada area?

Dave - 4-8-2009 at 05:11 PM

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Originally posted by fishbuck
Anybody remember what documents are required to renew an FM3.



Four things:

Passport and current FM3
Bank statement showing sufficient funds
Proof of residency: Current utility bill etc.
Reciept of payment for renewal

DianaT - 4-8-2009 at 05:14 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by schwlind
My Immigration person in Ensenada sent me an email today saying the following is required:
The most recent month's original bank statement received prior to the expiration of your current FM3 (they will not accept a copy of a bank statement, but they may accept a copy if you also obtain an Apostle from your Secretary of State confirming it is a true and accurate copy of your bank statement... seems more trouble than it's worth); and two or three documents to be filled out and/or signed (which can probably be obtained from Immigration); your current FM3 and the Immigration renewal fee of 1294 pesos. This is for a Rentista FM3... business FM3's are different.
Linda


U. S. Bank statement---when our agent renewed ours in La Paz, they accepted a simple copy---no problem.

Does seem to be inconsistent

toneart - 4-8-2009 at 05:20 PM

Each regional office has their own set of requirements and that varies depending on which officer is "serving" you. I see you got an response from an Nomad regarding the Ensenada office with updated information. :wow:

The Consulados in The U.S. won't renew FM3s either.

schwlind - 4-8-2009 at 05:21 PM

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Originally posted by Dave
Quote:
Originally posted by fishbuck
Anybody remember what documents are required to renew an FM3.



Four things:

Passport and current FM3
Bank statement showing sufficient funds
Proof of residency: Current utility bill etc.
Reciept of payment for renewal


OOPS... yep the passport for sure, but have never had to provide a current utility bill (don't have any... off grid)...

Being Mexico, it does not surprise me that Immigration offices may vary somewhat in their requirements...

roundtuit - 4-8-2009 at 06:11 PM

Five things For Santa Rosalia

Copy of US Passport Picture
Current FM3
3 month Bank statements showing sufficient funds(online statements excepted)
Proof of residency:
Copy of Tax bill

CaboRon - 4-8-2009 at 08:22 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Dave
Quote:
Originally posted by fishbuck
Anybody remember what documents are required to renew an FM3.



Four things:

Passport and current FM3
Bank statement showing sufficient funds
Proof of residency: Current utility bill etc.
Reciept of payment for renewal


And don't forget to make copies of those things before you go to immigration :lol: