Living in Mexico

Discover the Benefits of Mountain Living in Mexico

Towns and cities in Mexico’s central highlands offer character and culture—and the benefits of mountain living. We help you to discover these places.

High-Speed Internet Services in Mexico via Satellite

If you live in a (semi)rural location in Mexico, or someplace not served by landlines or a reliable cellphone service, internet via satellite is an option

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

Countryside Living in Mexico: The Charms and Compromises

Is the Mexican countryside right for your lifestyle? Explore the practical aspects, attractions, and drawbacks of living amidst a rural idyll in Mexico

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Guide to Social Etiquette and Local Customs in Mexico

Comprehensive guide to navigate Mexico's social etiquette. Get acquainted with social graces and avoid making unnecessary or embarrassing social blunders

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

Living, Working and Retirement in Pátzcuaro

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

Snapshot of Mexico’s Key Data in Facts & Figures 2026

This article shares a snapshot of Mexico's geographic, demographic, and key economic data, updated annually using latest official data

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Dealing with Electricity Power Cuts in Mexico

Local power cuts are a regular feature in Mexico, especially during thunderstorms and wind storms. Some forward planning can help to mitigate potential problems