I have a German exchange student going to Cozumel. Does she need passport and visa?

Question

Her passport is valid through July 2008, and the trip is schedule for June

Answer 1

A German citizen does not need a visa to visit Mexico  as a tourist and the passport needs only to be valid through the date of the visa.  See site below and read the paragraph that lists all the counties whose citizens do NOT need visas to visit Mexico.  All of you will get a tourist card on the plane or at the border.

Answer 2

1) For the student applicant visa in Mexico, you will need the following basic documents:

a valid passport and 2 passport photographs

proof of possession of a school leaving certificate, i.e.as well as, where necessary

proof of previous studies;

proof of sufficient funds to finance your period of study.