MEXICAN AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT COOPERATION (AMEXCID), MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS (SRE)
Mexico Excellence Scholarships for Foreign Nationals (AMEXCID)
full · masters, phd
- Fully FundedScholarship type
- Study in MexicoHost country
- Master’s, PhD, researchCategories
- AMEXCID (Foreign Ministry)Funder
- Annual callApplication
- Embassy routeCommon channel
At a glance
full
Funding
€12k
Max amount
Sep 30, 2026
Deadline
Countries listed in the annual AMEXCID call
Country
Mexican Agency for International Development Cooperation (AMEXCID), Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE)
Provider
The Mexican Government Scholarships for Foreign Nationals are offered by the Mexican Agency for International Development Cooperation (AMEXCID), part of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE). They fund international students and researchers to study or carry out research in Mexico, as part of Mexico's international cooperation and academic diplomacy. The scholarship covers tuition (at participating public institutions), a monthly living stipend of roughly 10,000–15,000 Mexican pesos, medical insurance through Mexico's public system, and — in some cases — airport reception and exemption from certain fees. It supports 3 main categories: graduate studies (specialisation, master's, doctorate), graduate-level research or postdoctoral stays, and academic mobility, with master's grants running up to ~24 months and doctoral grants up to ~36 months. AMEXCID publishes an annual call (convocatoria) listing eligible countries, participating institutions, and the deadline, commonly around 30 September. Applicants generally need a letter of acceptance from a participating Mexican institution and apply through the call, frequently via the Mexican embassy in their home country.
What's covered
- Tuition — Tuition at the participating public Mexican institution.
- Monthly stipend — A monthly living allowance scaled by level (specialisation/master's vs doctorate).
- Medical insurance — Medical insurance via Mexico's public health system (IMSS).
- Fee exemptions — Exemption from certain enrolment fees and, in some cases, airport reception.
- Other support — Support such as a one-time arrival allowance in some categories.
How to apply
Secure acceptance from a participating Mexican institution, then apply through the annual AMEXCID call by the deadline, frequently via the Mexican embassy in your country.
- Read the annual call — Check the AMEXCID convocatoria for eligible countries, institutions, categories, and the deadline.
- Secure acceptance — Obtain admission or a letter of acceptance from a participating Mexican institution and programme.
- Prepare documents — Assemble your acceptance letter, transcripts, study/research plan, CV, and Spanish proof where needed.
- Submit the application — Apply through the AMEXCID call (often via the Mexican embassy in your home country) by the deadline.
- Evaluation — A committee evaluates eligibility and academic merit.
- Award & enrolment — Selected scholars enrol at the Mexican institution and begin with the scholarship benefits.
Eligibility
CountryNational of a country listed as eligible in the annual call.
AcceptanceAdmission or a letter of acceptance from a participating Mexican institution.
Academic recordA strong academic record meeting the programme's requirements (often a minimum GPA).
LanguageSpanish proficiency for Spanish-taught programmes (some research stays may differ).
CategoryApply under the relevant category (graduate studies, research, or mobility).
The eligible-country list, participating institutions, and deadline are set in the annual call. You usually need acceptance from a Mexican institution first and apply through the call (often via the embassy).
Eligible countries
Countries listed in the annual AMEXCID call
Deadlines
Annual call (typical)2026-09-30
Selection
AMEXCID and the participating institutions evaluate applicants on eligibility (country, acceptance) and academic merit, the quality of the study/research plan, and fit with the chosen programme. Master's grants run up to ~24 months and doctoral grants up to ~36 months, with a monthly stipend of roughly 10,000–15,000 Mexican pesos set in the annual call, which also defines categories and any country quotas.
Verified sources
- Mexican Government Scholarships for Foreigners — AMEXCIDgob.mxofficial
About the provider
The Mexican Agency for International Development Cooperation (AMEXCID), part of Mexico's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE), coordinates Mexico's international cooperation, including its scholarships for foreign nationals. The programme promotes academic exchange and strengthens Mexico's ties with partner countries by hosting international students and researchers.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
What are the Mexico Excellence Scholarships (AMEXCID)?
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Mexican government scholarships offered by the Mexican Agency for International Development Cooperation (AMEXCID), within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, for foreign nationals to study or research in Mexico.
Who is eligible?
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Foreign nationals from countries listed in the annual call who have admission or acceptance from a participating Mexican institution and meet the academic and (where relevant) Spanish-language requirements.
What does it cover?
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Tuition at participating public institutions, a monthly living stipend, medical insurance via Mexico's public system, certain fee exemptions, and sometimes airport reception or an arrival allowance.
What can I study?
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Specialisation, master's, and doctoral programmes, plus graduate-level research/postdoctoral stays and academic mobility, across a wide range of fields at participating Mexican institutions.
How do I apply?
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Secure acceptance from a participating Mexican institution, then apply through the annual AMEXCID call — often via the Mexican embassy in your home country — by the deadline.
When is the deadline?
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AMEXCID publishes an annual call, with the deadline commonly in the autumn (around ~September). Always check the current convocatoria for exact dates.
Do I need to speak Spanish?
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For Spanish-taught programmes you need Spanish proficiency. Some research stays or programmes may have different language requirements; check your programme.
Do I need acceptance before applying?
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Generally yes — a letter of acceptance from a participating Mexican institution is normally required as part of the scholarship application.
Which countries are eligible?
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The eligible-country list is set each year in the AMEXCID call and can change. Confirm your country is listed in the current convocatoria.
How competitive is it?
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Competitive and category-dependent; selection weighs academic merit, the study/research plan, and fit, with any country quotas set in the call.
What stipend will I receive?
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A monthly living allowance scaled by level (higher for doctoral than for specialisation/master's), with the exact amounts set in the annual call.
Is medical insurance included?
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Yes — scholars are enrolled in medical insurance through Mexico's public health system (IMSS) for the duration of the scholarship.