Mexican Government Scholarships for International Students 2026

Overview

The Mexican Government Scholarships for Foreigners, administered by Mexico’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores / SRE) through the Mexican Agency for International Development Cooperation (AMEXCID), offer international students and researchers the opportunity to pursue academic studies and research in Mexico. These scholarships reflect Mexico’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and promoting cultural and academic exchange with partner countries.

The programme covers several modalities depending on the annual call and the applicant’s country of origin, including undergraduate and graduate mobility, full master’s and doctoral studies, research stays, postdoctoral stays, and medical specializations. Applications are typically managed through the Mexican embassy in the applicant’s home country and processed via the SIGCA online system.

What’s Included?

• Monthly stipend to cover living expenses during the study period
• Tuition and registration fees covered depending on the institution and programme
• Health insurance for the duration of the scholarship
• Round-trip airfare or transport support (available for some modalities)

Benefits vary by modality and the specific bilateral agreement between Mexico and the applicant’s country. Always refer to the current annual call for exact benefit details.

Eligibility

Eligibility requirements vary by call and modality, but general criteria typically include:

• Must be a national of a country with a bilateral agreement with Mexico
• Must hold a relevant academic qualification for the level of study applied for (e.g., bachelor’s degree for master’s programmes)
• Must meet the age requirements specified in the annual call
• Must demonstrate Spanish language proficiency, or willingness to complete a language preparation course prior to studies
• Must not hold dual Mexican citizenship or permanent residency in Mexico

How to Apply

Applications for the Mexican Government Scholarships are handled through the Mexican Embassy or Consulate in your country of origin. You will need to contact your local Mexican diplomatic mission to obtain the specific call for your country, along with the required documents and submission instructions. Many annual calls are processed through SIGCA (Sistema Integral de Gestión Consular y de Atención), Mexico’s official online scholarship management system. Be sure to prepare all required documents well in advance of the deadline, as requirements can be extensive.

Key Dates

Event	Date
Application Window Opens	Mid-July (indicative)
Application Deadline	September 12, 2025
Results Notification	October
Award Period / Programme Start	November–December or as per programme schedule

Dates are indicative and based on a recent call. Always confirm the current call details through your local Mexican embassy or the official AMEXCID/SRE website.

Contact Information

For official information and to apply, visit the SIGCA official application system or contact the Mexican Embassy in your country. Additional information is available through the AMEXCID official website.