Living in Mexico

This article describes principal routes foreigners take to apply for legal residency in Mexico, with references to additional information and helpful resources

Discover locations in Mexico that have recently been catching the attention of foreign residents and have fledgling or developing communities of interest there

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

Some people spend short stints in Mexico and others commit with long term plans. Learn about what influences these choices and consider your own intentions

‘Retirement’ is not an activity, but moreover a lifestyle concept that exists in many forms and which can manifest in lots of different of ways

Being able to converse in Spanish, even at a basic level, will make your experiences in Mexico richer and more meaningful

People who arrived in Mexico to create a new lifestyle and who have settled here cite key reasons about why they came—and why they stay

Our associates provide advice to apply for residency in Mexico and practical assistance as you make your way through the application process

Guide to the Mexican immigration: for visits to Mexico, and those seeking legal residency including retirement, working, or Mexican citizenship

Learn about the rules which underpin residency status as the spouse or common-law partner of a Mexican national or existing foreign legal resident in Mexico

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

The weather and local climates affect us in many ways, everyday. It's therefore worth choosing a location in Mexico where you'll feel comfortable all year round