Your Money and Finances 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

Mexico's peso is a one of the most traded currencies on world foreign exchange markets. This article introduces you to Mexico's currency, coins & banknotes

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

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

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

Mexico's elegant and distinctive 12-sided $20-peso coins are starting to supersede the old $20-peso banknotes that were printed on polymer

Although cashless payment options are increasing in Mexico, the use of notes and coins remains essential in your day-to-day transactions here

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

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

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

UDIs were introduced as an inflation-protected unit and are still used today for mortgages, bonds, and some financial calculations

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