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Keeping Your Mexican Home Warm During the Colder Months

If your Mexican home is situated in a desert area or elevated region inland you might need to use some heating during the colder autumn and winter months

Countryside Living in Mexico: The Charms and Compromises

Is the Mexican countryside right for your lifestyle? Explore the practical aspects, attractions, and drawbacks of living amidst a rural idyll in Mexico

Discovering Mexico’s Climate — a Land of Three Lands

Mexico's topography is characterized by diverse landscapes which in turn create a range of different climate zones across the country

FAQs: Importing a Foreign-plated Vehicle to Mexico

These are the most frequently-asked questions we receive about importing foreign-plated cars and other vehicles to Mexico—updated regularly

Legal Residency in Mexico and Your Lifestyle Plans

The type of Mexico residency permit you apply for depends on your lifestyle and intentions. Here are some typical situations and how they influence choices

Approaches to Choosing or Changing Your Lifestyle in Mexico

How people approach a potential move to Mexico usually depends on a combination of their personality, their situation, and their lifestyle priorities

Reflections on a Decade of Shopping El Buen Fin

Over a decade after Mexico introduced its version of the ‘Black Friday’ shopping event, Foreign Native reflects on its relevance amidst increasing online sales

Enjoying Mexico’s Three Long-Weekend Holidays

Mexico's three long-weekend holidays are well-established on the Mexican calendar and one of them also forms part of Mexico's 'Black Friday' shopping event

Replacing Your Lost or Damaged Mexico Residency Card

If you discover that your Mexico residency card is lost, or it becomes damaged beyond use, you'll need to enter a special process to request a replacement card