Mexico Phasing Out Use of Paper Visitor Permits (FMM)
Mexico’s immigration service has begun to phase out use of paper versions of the FMM—the multi-purpose visitor permits and arrival form
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Choosing a Place to Live in Mexico: Emerging Locations
Discover locations in Mexico that have recently been catching the attention of foreign residents and have fledgling or developing communities of interest there
Residency Assist: Family Unit Residency Applications
Obtain assistance with a Mexico residency application as the spouse/partner of Mexican national/foreign resident, or with certain other family connections
Practical Tips for Preparing to Overwinter in Mexico
This article shares tips and practical advice for Mexico’s ‘snowbirds’—part-time residents who overwinter here, usually between fall and the following spring
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.
How to Import Your Household Goods to Mexico
A procedure exists for residents and Mexican passport holders to import household goods to Mexico free of customs duties. This article describes the process
Moving to Mexico: Actions Checklist & Timeline
Plan & organize the logistics of your move to Mexico with this detailed checklist of actions and activities to consider in the months before your move date
Learning to Live Well Through Mexico’s Dry Season
Practical tips and advice for dealing with the effects of the dry season when you're living in Mexico, or here on an extended stay
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
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
Variation on a Theme: the Spanish Verb Poder
The Spanish verb "poder" —to be able— can get tricky for Spanish language students as well as be a cause of headaches for Spanish speakers learning English
Finding Suitable Accommodations for Your Lifestyle in Mexico
You'll need to find suitable accommodations when you move to Mexico. This article explores the choices and practicalities involved in finding a house
