| Cover | Feb. 05, 2024 |
| Cover [Abstract] | |
| Entity Registrant Name | MMEX RESOURCES CORPORATION |
| Entity Central Index Key | 0001440799 |
| Document Type | 8-K |
| Amendment Flag | false |
| Entity Emerging Growth Company | false |
| Document Period End Date | Feb. 05, 2024 |
| Entity File Number | 333-152608 |
| Entity Incorporation State Country Code | NV |
| Entity Tax Identification Number | 26-1749145 |
| Entity Address Address Line 1 | 3600 Dickinson |
| Entity Address City Or Town | Fort Stockton |
| Entity Address State Or Province | TX |
| Entity Address Postal Zip Code | 79735 |
| City Area Code | 855 |
| Local Phone Number | 880-0400 |
| Written Communications | false |
| Soliciting Material | false |
| Pre Commencement Tender Offer | false |
| Pre Commencement Issuer Tender Offer | false |
