The Mexican Peso: A Historical Tour of Mexico’s Currency Value
A brief glance back over 70 years of exchange rate fluctuations reveals a pattern that's woven into the tapestry of Mexico’s peso
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Managing Your Resident Card & Residency Status in Mexico
When you're legally resident in Mexico, you'll need to actively manage your residency card and file notifications about certain changes in your circumstances
Banks & Banking Services Offered in Mexico
People living in Mexico often open a Mexican bank account to facilitate daily transactions and manage money transfers between their home country and Mexico
Using Your Debit & Credit Cards in Mexico
Debit and credit cards are a convenient way to pay for purchases and withdraw cash. Learn about using your Mexican and/or foreign-issued bank cards in Mexico
Living, Working and Retirement in Pátzcuaro
Pátzcuaro living: guide to help you research and assess Pátzcuaro as a location for living, working, or retirement in Mexico
Enjoying the Bread on Day of the Dead in Mexico
In the autumn you can enjoy "Pan de Muerto" —Bread of the Dead— a delicious and integral part of Day of the Dead traditions in Mexico
INAPAM Program Might Be Closing to Foreign Residents
The discount program that is offered to seniors aged 60 and over has become increasingly restrictive to foreign residents who go to apply for the card
INAPAM: Mexico’s Discount Card for Seniors
A popular program for senior citizens in Mexico is the INAPAM discount card. This article explains what it is, its benefits, and the enrollment process
Mexico’s Elegant Catrinas on Parade
How 'Catrinas' —artsy skeleton figurines— became an extraordinary hallmark of Mexican popular culture and synonymous with Day of the Dead festivities
Discovering Cempaxochitl, Mexico’s Iconic Flower
The brightly-colored 'cempaxochitl' —marigold— flowers are one of the iconic symbols that encircle Mexico’s Day of the Dead traditions
Bread and Other Offerings on Day of the Dead
An important tradition of Day of the Dead is the creation of an "ofrenda" that usually manifests as an altar in family homes
Mexico’s (No) Clock-Time Changes in Spring & Fall 2025
Most of Mexico won’t change its clocks this spring & fall, but clock changes elsewhere will create time differences to note when you plan travels and meetings
