Practical Tips for Preparing to Overwinter in Mexico
This article shares tips and practical advice for Mexico’s ‘snowbirds’—part-time residents who overwinter here, usually between fall and the following spring
Discover Mexico Lifestyle
Discover lifestyles in Mexico and why so many people are choosing Mexico as a place to live and retire
Discover lifestyles in Mexico and why so many people are choosing Mexico as a place to live and retire
Enjoying Mexico’s Three Long-Weekend Holidays
Mexico's three long-weekend holidays are well-established on the Mexican calendar and one of them also forms part of Mexico's 'Black Friday' shopping event
Snapshot of Mexico’s Key Data in Facts & Figures (2025)
This article shares a snapshot of Mexico's geographic, demographic, and key economic data, updated annually using latest official data
Ser y Estar: To Be or To Be, that is the Question
Among the grammatical complications of Spanish are its two verbs that describe how to be. This articles describes the uses of Ser and Estar.
Mi Calaverita: Mexico’s Trick or Treat Traditions
Discover how Mexican culture has assimilated the Halloween custom of trick-or-treating into its own Day of the Dead traditions
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
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
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 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
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
Making Payments in Mexico Using Your Smartphone
The latest payment terminals in stores, supermarkets, and restaurants across Mexico enable customers to use their smartphones to pay
Exchanging a Mexico Residency Visa for a Card
When your Mexico residency application is granted, a visa sticker is placed in your passport. This sticker needs to be exchanged for a residency card in Mexico.
