Money in Mexico

Although cashless payments are increasing in Mexico, cash use remains essential in the local economy

Mexico's central bank introduced a new $200 peso bill on September 2, 2019

Mexico operates a public insurance scheme to protect depositors' funds, but not all firms and investment types qualify for cover

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

Tipping people for services rendered is a practice that is deeply ingrained in Mexican culture.

Old Mexican bank notes can be exchanged for their present-day value at the Bank of Mexico

In recent years, one of the hardest things to predict has been the Mexican peso/US dollar exchange rate.

The 2019 edition of our Mexico cost of living guide enables you to form a real budget - and it's now a free eBook

Workers in Mexico look forward to 'el Aguinaldo' – their annual Christmas bonus

Workers' wages are paid every fifteen days in Mexico, and pay days are known as "Quincenas"