Time Scales for Obtaining Mexico Residency Visas and Cards
When you're applying for residency in Mexico, you will need to take typical time scales into account for processing your visa and residency card
Living in Mexico
Articles, advice and connections to help you live in Mexico
Articles, advice and connections to help you live in Mexico
Replacing Your Lost or Damaged Mexico Residency Card
If you discover that your Mexico residency card is lost, or it becomes damaged beyond use, you'll need to enter a special process to request a replacement card
Choosing a Place to Live in Mexico: Underexplored Places
Discover locations 'off the beaten path' in Mexico that don't yet have significant numbers of established foreign residents living and retiring there
Insights into Mexican Spanish and its Nuances
Being able to converse in Spanish, even at a basic level, will make your experiences in Mexico richer and more meaningful
Influencing Factors as You Choose a Place to Live in Mexico
Key factors and choices to contemplate as you shortlist potential places to live in Mexico and consider how they may suit your lifestyle needs
Snapshot of Mexico’s Key Data in Facts & Figures (2025/2026)
This article shares a snapshot of Mexico's geographic, demographic, and key economic data, updated annually using latest official data
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
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
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
Learning to Live Well in Mexico Without Owning a Car
Some foreign residents live well in Mexico without owning a car. Whether you can depends on your lifestyle situations and your personal priorities
