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
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Snapshot of Mexico’s Key Data in Facts & Figures 2026
This article shares a snapshot of Mexico's geographic, demographic, and key economic data, updated annually using latest official data
Using Mexican & Foreign Bank Cards at ATMs in Mexico
ATMs provide an efficient way to obtain local currency in Mexico from a foreign or Mexican bank account, and some also accept cash deposits to local accounts
Pride & Prejudice: the Naco Versus the Fresa
You shouldn't have to spend too long in Mexico before coming across the terms "naco" and its social opposite, the dainty "fresa"
Dealing with Electricity Power Cuts in Mexico
Local power cuts are a regular feature in Mexico, especially during thunderstorms and wind storms. Some forward planning can help to mitigate potential problems
Mexico Newsletter —
March 2026
Springtime weather & clocks; Long-weekend holiday; Cellphone registration; Yucatán tours; Dry season; Places to live; Buying books, Mosquito season & more...
Learning to Assimilate Impermanence with No Hay
You'll become familiar with the phrase "No Hay," that inevitably makes itself apparent at some point when something you want or need isn't available right now
Do I Need a Visa to Visit Mexico?
Do you need a visa to visit Mexico? This article explains who —and who does not— need to apply for a visa before traveling to Mexico
Rights & Obligations When You Have Legal Residency in Mexico
When you hold temporary or permanent legal residency in Mexico, you also have certain rights and obligations. This article describes them
Living, Working and Retirement in Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen living: guide to help you research and assess Playa del Carmen as a location for living, working, or retirement in Mexico
Driving in Mexico: Libre or the Autopista?
When you’re taking a road trip in Mexico, you often have a choice about which road to take: the freeway or the toll road or highway.
Winter Chill: The Cold Comes in Snaps and Waves
Cold spells that suddenly arrive across Mexico's central highlands can be felt anytime from late autumn through to early spring
