fishbuck
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FM3 renewal time
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.
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schwlind
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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
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fishbuck
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Thanks!
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A clever person solves a problem. A wise person avoids it. – Albert Einstein
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Dave
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In Rosarito/Ensenada area?
| 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
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DianaT
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| 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
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toneart
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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. 
The Consulados in The U.S. won't renew FM3s either.
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schwlind
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| 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 |
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...
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roundtuit
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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
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| 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 
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