Living in Mexico

Estate Planning When You’re Living in Mexico

By making adequate plans for the inevitable, your assets will be administered according to your wishes and your interests will be better served

Mexico’s Minimum Wage Increases by 13% in 2026

Mexico implements nine consecutive years of double-digit daily minimum wage rises with an increase of 13% for 2026—to $315.04 pesos per work day

Elevation: Why 7,000 Feet Can’t Deliver a Free Lunch

If you enjoy preparing your own food, you'll need to take into consideration the effect higher elevation has on boiling, cooking, and baking in Mexico

Residency in Mexico via Marriage or Common-Law Partnership

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

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

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Choosing a Suitable Climate Zone for Your Mexico Lifestyle

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

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What Influences How Long Foreign Residents Stay in Mexico?

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

Motivations and Fundamental Choices for Moving to Mexico

What's motivating your move to Mexico, and what are the fundamental choices you'll need to make as you begin to paint (or repaint) your lifestyle canvass here?