The Government of Mexico, through its international cooperation agency AMEXCID (part of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs), offers the Mexican Government Excellence Scholarships for foreign students and researchers. They support postgraduate study and research stays at participating Mexican universities and research centres.
Mexico is not a common choice for students from Bangladesh, but it has strong universities and a lower cost of living than many Western countries. This guide explains who can apply, what the scholarship covers, how to apply, and practical tips.
Last checked: November 2026. The call (convocatoria) is published each year with country-specific rules; always check the official call and the Mexican embassy responsible for your country.
Who Can Apply?
- Foreign nationals from countries included in each year’s call.
- Graduate students and researchers, typically for master’s, doctoral, specialisation and research stays, depending on the call.
- Applicants usually need an acceptance letter from a participating Mexican institution.
- Spanish is often required for Spanish-taught programmes.
What It Covers
Benefits depend on the call, but have included:
- A monthly stipend (for example, MXN 17,831.10 a month for research stays in the 2026–27 call).
- Mexican public health insurance after an initial period.
- A visa fee exemption.
- Economy airfare in some cases.
Tuition arrangements depend on the host institution.
How to Apply
- Read the current call on the AMEXCID or Mexican embassy website. For example, see the announcements from the Mexican embassies in the United Kingdom and Belgium.
- Choose a programme or research host at a participating Mexican institution and obtain an acceptance letter.
- Prepare documents such as your passport, degree certificates, transcripts, CV, study or research plan and recommendation letters.
- Submit according to the call’s instructions, often through the Mexican embassy responsible for your country.
Tips for Bangladeshi Applicants
- Check eligibility first: confirm Bangladesh is included in the current call. If unsure, contact the Mexican embassy that covers Bangladesh.
- Start early: getting an acceptance letter can take months.
- Learn Spanish: it opens far more programmes and helps daily life.
- Get your documents ready: some may need official translation into Spanish.
- Beware of scams: avoid websites promising “fully funded, no IELTS” study in Mexico without links to official sources. The FTC explains how to spot scholarship scams.
Other Options
For more destinations, see our guide to fully funded scholarships by country, read about types of scholarships, and find out where to apply for scholarships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Mexican Government Scholarships for bachelor’s degrees?
Generally no. They focus on postgraduate study and research stays.
Do I need to speak Spanish?
For most programmes, yes. Some institutions offer courses in English, but options are limited.
Final Thoughts
The Mexican Government Excellence Scholarships offer a funded path to postgraduate study in Mexico. Check that your country is eligible, secure an acceptance letter early, and follow the official call carefully.
