Money in Mexico

Learning How to Navigate Mexico’s Tipping Culture

Tipping is woven into the fabric of Mexican trading culture and appropriate in many everyday situations. This article helps you get acquainted with them

The Real Value of Your Service Tip in Mexico

Tipping for services is a practice that is deeply ingrained in Mexican culture and this article describes some key situations where a tip may be appropriate

The Mexican Peso: A Historical Tour of Mexico’s Currency Value

A brief glance back over 70 years of exchange rate fluctuations reveals a pattern that's woven into the tapestry of Mexico’s peso

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Using Your Debit & Credit Cards in Mexico

Debit and credit cards are a convenient way to pay for purchases and withdraw cash. Learn about using your Mexican and/or foreign-issued bank cards in Mexico

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Using Mexican & Foreign Bank Cards at ATMs in Mexico

ATMs provide an efficient way to obtain local currency in Mexico from a foreign or Mexican bank account, and some also accept cash deposits to local accounts

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?

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Discover Mexico’s Banks and the Services they Provide

An introduction to Mexico's retail banking brands as well as a description of the typical services and facilities offered by all the retail banks in Mexico

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Tips for Spotting Counterfeit Mexican Banknotes

Mexican banknotes carry a range of security features, and a few spot checks can help you avoid getting landed with fake bills as you trade

Banks & Banking Services Offered in Mexico

People living in Mexico often open a Mexican bank account to facilitate daily transactions and manage money transfers between their home country and Mexico