Living in Mexico

Articles, advice and connections to help you live in Mexico

Articles, advice and connections to help you live in Mexico

Mexico Announces Updated Guidelines for Visa Issuance

Mexico's new visa guidelines bring more digitalization to processes, and cite 'UMA' multiples for applicants using income or savings to qualify for residency

Benefits of Living Simply and Affordably in Mexico

Some people living in Mexico come to simplify their life situations, and are experiencing the attractions and benefits a simpler lifestyle can provide

Choosing a Place to Live in Mexico: Popular Locations

Discover locations in Mexico that have for a long time, or in recent times, garnered considerable popularity with foreign residents

Discover Manzanillo for Oceanside Living in Mexico

Manzanillo is an undiscovered enclave on the Pacific coast that offers affordable living amidst a quaint and authentic Mexican seaside town

Mexico’s Long Daylight Hours and its Extraordinary Light

Mexico's geography offers the whole country plenty of year-round daylight, and the quality of the light here is also outstanding

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

The Cost of Utilities and Communications in Mexico

Learn about the costs of utilities in Mexico including electric, gas, water and communication services like landline, mobile, internet, and postal couriers

The Typical Costs of Running Your Own Car in Mexico

Having and driving your own car in Mexico gives you a lot of transport flexibility. This article describes the costs of owning and running a car in Mexico

Directory of Stores, Supermarkets, & Services in Mexico

Discover and connect to major stores, supermarkets, and service providers in Mexico with this regularly updated classified directory

How Much Money Do You Need to Live or Retire in Mexico?

Learn about the difference between the income or savings/investments you need to qualify for residency and the amount of money you need to live in Mexico

How to Calculate Your Cost of Living in Mexico

Your life stage, and how you choose to live and organize yourself in Mexico will determine your living costs. This guide helps you to make the calculations

Living, Working and Retirement in San Felipe

San Felipe living: guide to help you research and assess San Felipe as a location for living, working, or retirement in Mexico