Mexico Essentials

Semana Santa: Mexico’s Easter Holiday in 2026

Easter Week is one of Mexico's important religious holidays and is also the most popular week of the year for family vacations in Mexico

When Night Doesn’t Fall: Reflections on Clock Changes

The annual spring clock-change, that set clocks forward one hour, was never particularly popular in Mexico—a country with plenty of year-round sunlight

Tips on Buying a Mexican Hammock for Your Home

Investing in a high quality hammock will be a pleasure to use and provide years of restful service in your home. This article shares tips for buyers

Don’t Risk a Fake Marriage for Residency in Mexico

A ‘marriage of convenience’ intended to secure legal residency is risky. Mexico’s INM has special checks in place to spot these applications

Calculating the Value of Old Mexican Banknotes

Old Mexican bank notes can be exchanged for their present-day value at the Bank of Mexico, or sold to collectors who seek to acquire them

Abundant Options for Local Food Shopping in Mexico

Independent neighborhood vendors selling fresh locally-sourced produce remain a thriving part of the Mexican retail landscape

No Hay Cambio — the Art of Making Change in Mexico

With more than 19 billion coins and bills in circulation across Mexico, why does it seem that no one ever has any change?

Torn Money: The Banknote Versus the Joker

In Mexico, merchants of all kinds tend to reject damaged banknotes, but you can exchange damaged notes at a bank if you have at least half of the note intact

Dealing with Counterfeit Mexican Banknotes

If you find yourself having to deal with a fake banknote in Mexico, options depend on the circumstances under which the fake note came into your possession

Mexico’s (No) Clock-Time Changes in Spring & Fall 2026

Most of Mexico won’t change its clocks this spring & fall, but clock changes elsewhere will create time differences to note when you plan travels and meetings