Costs and Taxes When Buying Property in Mexico
Learn about the typical fees and taxes buyers must pay in addition to the agreed sales price when buying residential property in Mexico
Discover Mexico
Inspiration, insight and connections to experience more of Mexico
Latest Articles
Money Exchange: Buying & Selling Foreign Currency in Mexico
Whether you're visiting Mexico or living here, you'll need to exchange your foreign currency and buy pesos for spending—there are three main ways to do this
Opening and Managing a Bank Account in Mexico
A local bank account provides essential facilitation of your day-to-day finances. This article describes how to open and manage an account in Mexico
Making Money Transfers To, From, and Within Mexico
Money transfers to from and within Mexico have become easier and less expensive with online banking, although over-the-counter transfer services still exist
A Quick Prep on the Use of Prepositions in Spanish
Spanish prepositions are generally less troublesome than English equivalents, although there are some exceptions and context may be needed
Guide to Social Etiquette and Local Customs in Mexico
Comprehensive guide to navigate Mexico's social etiquette. Get acquainted with social graces and avoid making unnecessary or embarrassing social blunders
Time Scales to Buy, Sell, and Transfer Property in Mexico
It might take longer to sell your Mexican home than you anticipate, and the transactional procedures might also require additional patience from both sides
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.
An Expression for Surprisingly Wet Dry Seasons
This year's dry season has been characteristically windy, and surprisingly wet across the mainland. Foreign Native shares insights on popular seasonal sayings.
Learn About Your Mexico Visitors Permit, FMM
Mexico offers visitor permits for visits and short business trips lasting 180 days or less to passport holders on its 'no visa required' list
For Lifestyle & Leisure, You Are Welcome in Mexico
Welcome to a Mexico: a country that offers inspiring lifestyle opportunities and exceptional travel and leisure experiences
Routes & Options for Financing a Property Purchase in Mexico
Most house purchases in Mexico are not settled using borrowed money, although options are now available to those who need —or want— to finance the purchase
