Mexico Newsletter —
March 2022

Mexperience Mexico Newsletter — March 2022

March highlights in Mexico

March heralds the beginning of springtime in Mexico, although the weather this time of year continues to be changeable with wind storms that may appear suddenly, too.  Air temperatures are beginning to climb again —even in the typically cooler regions of the north-central and western highlands— and clock-time is about to be sprung forward by one hour, setting the scene for lighter evenings.  The ‘snowbirds’ (part-time residents overwintering in Mexico) are entering their final stretch before they make preparations to return to their home countries for late spring and summer.

Benito Juárez and clocks

March is host to another long weekend holiday, commemorating the birth of Benito Juárez—the country’s first president and one of the most revered of Mexico’s political leaders.  The March 21st holiday was moved to the third Monday in March which this year happens to coincide precisely with the date of the commemoration.

The spring clock change is on the horizon; Baja California and locations along the Mexico-US border will move their clocks forward by one hour on Sunday March 13th; most of Mexico moves its clocks forward again on the first Sunday in April.  The states of Sonora and Quintana Roo very sensibly leave their clocks alone.

Residency qualification FAQs

Since the financial qualification criteria for residency increased in 2022, we’ve been receiving a lot of questions about how and what types of income or savings can qualify for residency in Mexico. In response, we have published a detailed FAQs article that describes how you can use your income or savings to qualify for residency here on the basis of ‘economic solvency.’

Planning, property, and settling-in

Our section about Mexico Lifestyle Planning gathers together knowledge, local insights, and practical guidance to help you research options, consider choices and begin to make decisions about your lifestyle in Mexico.

When you need to find a place to live, our Mexico Home Finders section connects you to our local realty associates and helps you to discover remarkable property for sale here.

Our Mexico Home Life section helps you to settle-in here and shares ideas and insights to help you cultivate and enjoy your new lifestyle and living spaces.

Leisure time

Whether you plan to visit Mexico as a tourist or are living here and want to make the most of your leisure time by discovering more of Mexico, our section about discovering travel and leisure opportunities in Mexico shares ideas, insights and connections to help make the most of your leisure time here.  Our travel associates will be pleased to create custom tour for you.

Download free eBooks about Mexico

Our Mexico eBooks Library offers a comprehensive selection of eBooks about Lifestyle and Living in Mexico, and every title is a free download.  Our recently published title Living & Retirement in Mexico —that offers the most complete encapsulated guide you’ll find anywhere on the subject— is one of the most popular downloads and an indispensable resource for anyone considering a move to Mexico, or who is already here and needs help settling-in.

Bringing your pets, car, and belongings to Mexico

If youre planning a visit or a move and intend to bring your pets, car or personal goods, we have articles that can help you plan ahead:

• Bring your pets to Mexico gives you an overview and our pet  guide offers detailed information
• Read important information about bringing your foreign-plated car to Mexico,  as well as these detailed FAQs about car import permits. Don’t forget auto insurance that will be valid in Mexico.
• If you’re moving to Mexico to live and want to bring your personal goods, read about the Menaje de Casa procedure.

Mexico lifestyle & leisure updates

Browse monthly highlights and updates about living and lifestyle which help you to explore and realize your lifestyle plans, and discover leisure opportunities in Mexico.

Driving in Mexico this spring

• Mexperience offers a wide range of articles and resources that will help you to plan your road trip in Mexico.  If you plan to drive in, or through Mexico City and environs, read this.
• Accidents happen, and this article describes how to deal with minor and major road accidents in Mexico.
• Our article about bringing your foreign-plated car to Mexico covers key points you need to know, and our article on Temporary Import Permits (TIPs) shares valuable information about ensuring your vehicle remains legal here.
• Don’t forget to insure your vehicle before you cross the border as your US or Canadian policy won’t cover you for third party liabilities.

Immigration updates

• Minimum Wage vs UMA: Mexican consulates abroad are not applying UMA for ‘economic solvency’ criteria in 2022, although immigration offices in Mexico do apply UMA.
• We keep our article about financial qualification for residency regularly updated and we published detailed FAQs about how to use your income or savings to apply for residency here.
• This article about routes to obtaining residency in Mexico describes the principal ways you can apply for residency here.
• Our free Mexico Immigration Guide encapsulates everything you need to know about visas and residency permits for Mexico.

Lifestyle planning

• When you’re considering Mexico as a place for retirement, our detailed eBook provides incisive and helpful insights that will help you to make informed decisions. Also, browse our latest articles about retirement in Mexico
• Our Mexico Lifestyle Planning section offers local knowledge, insights, inspiration, and ideas to help you consider choices and make your Mexico lifestyle plans
• Discover places to live in Mexico
• Browse our Mexico Home Life section for local knowledge, ideas, and inspiration to help you create and settle-in well to your home living spaces in Mexico

Living well in Mexico

• Springtime is on the way, and so is the driest stretch of the year.  Learn how to live well through the dry season in Mexico.
• A reminder that the clocks get moved forward this spring
• Do you really need to have a car when you’re living in Mexico? Our article describes key matters to consider about this.
• Foreign Native comments on street dogs and owners in Mexico, as well as retail options for book lovers.
• Health insurance: learn about the various choices and connect to helpful resources.
• Local flavor: Discover the simple, often family-run, diners that offer authentic Mexican flavors amidst an informal and friendly atmosphere.
• Treating yourself: learn about buying imported foods and homewares, as well the health benefits offered by a Temazcal ancient steam bath ritual.
• Our summary of insurance services in Mexico helps you to consider coverages that can support your lifestyle here and mitigate the costs caused by unforeseen mishaps.

Property matters

• Whether you rent out your home part-time or full-time, it’s important to ensure you know who is renting your property in Mexico.
• Learn how to keep your home in Mexico well maintained and secure with our free eBook: House Maintenance and Security
• Our Mexico Home Finders section connects you to realty professionals and remarkable homes for sale
• Download our comprehensive free eBooks about Real Estate in Mexico and working with Realty Agents in Mexico.
• Insure your Mexican home against natural disasters, burglary and vandalism, accidents and mishaps, and third-party liabilities.

Your leisure time

• Summer is peak season in the Copper Canyon, as the rains come and drench the landscape with moisture, the flora’s colors and fragrances burst out, the rivers swell, and the the canyons show-off their prime moments of the year. Our associate can help you to visit the Copper Canyon on a custom tour.

Spanish language study

• Our insightful PinPoint Spanish series helps you to get acquainted with the nuances of Mexican Spanish in everyday situations.

Mexico Assistance Services

Connect to helpful Mexico Assistance Services that enable you to realize your Mexico plans.

IMMIGRATION ASSISTANCE

• When you need help applying for residency, or help renewing your existing residency permit (or working through a ‘regularization’ procedure after a mishap), consider using our Mexico Immigration Assistance Service, that offers detailed consultancy, personalized advice, and practical help through the process.

INSURANCE COVERAGES

• Learn about the range of Mexico-related insurance services that exist to mitigate the effect and expense of unforeseen events and mishaps when you’re here including auto, home, health and trip coverages.
• Our extensive guides and articles about insurance help you to make informed choices.

REAL ESTATE ASSISTANCE

• When you’re seeking to buy a home to buy in Mexico, our Home Finders section can help.
• Learn about insuring your home in Mexico.
• Find real estate assistance services.

LANGUAGE STUDY

• Improve your Spanish conversation capabilities with this online course tailored to current skill level and goals.
• For an immersive experience, attend a Spanish school in Mexico, where small classes and personalized attention will boost your learning.
• If you want to improve your Spanish specifically for living in Mexico, this language for lifestyle course can help.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

• Find established firms and professionals who offer services commonly sought by foreign residents living in Mexico.

LIFESTYLE ASSISTANCE

• Find services that help you to discover, plan, and arrange your living & lifestyle plans in Mexico.

LEISURE ASSISTANCE

• Find services that help you to discover, plan, and arrange leisure & travel experiences in Mexico.

MEXICO EBOOKS LIBRARY

• Our Mexico eBooks Library offers you a collection of carefully composed eBooks with helpful insights and local knowledge about Mexico—all titles are offered as free downloads.

More Mexperience

Explore Mexico beyond the cookie-cutter and find experiences to enjoy that reflect the true spirit of Mexico.

Discover Mexico through articles and features written by people who know Mexico intimately.

When you’re considering Mexico as a place to live or retire, the knowledge we share helps you to create a plan, and we’ll connect you with helpful assistance services and property choices.

When you want to discover Mexico on leisure a trip that’s defined by authenticity, we highlight choices to explore and we can help you to plan your trip.

Matthew Harrup is founder and editor of Mexperience