mtmysels
American looking for information about Mexico
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Lives in Cabo San Lucas, Baja Californi
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Registration: 13 June 2017
Cheapest cities in Mexico by Bhavna
Hello everyone, Budget is an important consideration when moving to Mexico. Ideally, expats would settle down in a city in Mexico where the cost of living is low but where they could also enjoy a decent quality of life. Would you be able to give ...
We settled in Baja, the corridor between Cabo San Lucas and San Jose. Housing costs are cheaper in the hills vs. being on the water. Our electricity rates has averaged $35-50 per month, water about $30 per month. Electric rates are very expensive ... Read More
Visa permanente/temporal question by Chilangolite
For those of you that went the visa permanente/temporal route. when you applied for either one of them do they determine which one you qualify for or do you have to pick one apply and if you do not qualify then re-apply for a different one? Thanks ...
I would suggest for you to see if the MX consualte office in your area has a web site. Our consulate office in Portland had a web site and they listed all the requirements, as well as, contact information in scheduling an appointment. Read More
Recommend Credit/Debit Card w/no Foreign Transaction Fees by Rensar
I am planning on visiting San Miguel de Allende in June/July. Then, I will probably be moving there. I'd like some comments, opinions and/or recommendations on what credit/debit card is best (no foreign transaction fees on purchases or using ...
You are right on! I have experienced the same with Schwab. However, I need to open a local MX account. It makes life easier in paying monthly fees with CFE, etc. Read More
Recommend Credit/Debit Card w/no Foreign Transaction Fees by Rensar
I am planning on visiting San Miguel de Allende in June/July. Then, I will probably be moving there. I'd like some comments, opinions and/or recommendations on what credit/debit card is best (no foreign transaction fees on purchases or using ...
Charles Schwab is fantastic! Also, 3 free transfers per year. In addition, when you use your debit card, especially at Costco tell them it is a debit card. Otherwise, they will charge you the credit card % transaction fee. Read More
buying property in Mexico by animabeya
Hello All, I currently live in the Bay area in California I am 26 years old and love to travel and would love to relocate I just know I dont want to stay in the US any longer. It is not for me. I no longer want to be a part of the life here. I ...
Do you yourself a favor and don't buy at first. Rent in an area you think you'll enjoy for a year or so. Then after you assimilate you'll see the pro's and con's to make an informed decision of where/when to buy. Read More
Biggest Challenge in Moving to Mexico by ddfleming
Looking for some feedback: What was your biggest challenge in the process of relocating/moving to Mexico? How did you solve it? What worked/didn't work? Please comment on this thread or private message me if you don't want to post a public ...
Roaming burro's, horses and cattle. They are not tethered and you can hit one at night with no lighting. Read More
Visa permanente/temporal question by Chilangolite
For those of you that went the visa permanente/temporal route. when you applied for either one of them do they determine which one you qualify for or do you have to pick one apply and if you do not qualify then re-apply for a different one? Thanks ...
Go to the Mexican consulate office in your area for an answer in detail to your quesion. Read More
Visa permanente/temporal question by Chilangolite
For those of you that went the visa permanente/temporal route. when you applied for either one of them do they determine which one you qualify for or do you have to pick one apply and if you do not qualify then re-apply for a different one? Thanks ...
What does your consulate office require? To my understanding each consulate office has different requirements. Read More
Keeping fit in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Keeping fit during your time in Mexico is of utmost importance. How about sharing with us and your fellow expats how you keep healthy in your host country? What are your daily health hacks in Mexico? Do you exercise ...
We have a gym, Cabo Fitness, which has a sister branch in San Jose. Cost is around $40 USD per month and they have free weights and machines for resistance training and cardio exercises; and they offer Spin, Yoga and Pilates classes. Personally, I ... Read More
Physical moving of Belongings to mexico by dennissira
HI all, I know most people recommend ditching as much stuff as possible before you move to Mexico, but lets assume there is a t least a couple of rooms worth of furniture which you want to bring. Has anyone had any experience moving belongings to ...
I would not recommend shipping anything unless you truly have to and is not replaceable. We moved from Hillsboro, OR to Cabo San Lucas and our big screen TV and antiques were damaged. When Customs inspects a box they sometimes don't put things ... Read More
Sending and receiving packages in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, As an expat, there are inevitably certain items you might want or need from back home, and around the holiday period, many people like to send gift packages. How easy is it to send and receive packages in Mexico? Is the public postal ...
This is a great topic and a real learning experience for us. We live in Cabo San Lucas and my wife's cousin sent us mail via regular US and Mexican mail systems. We were lucky. It did arrive but it took 2-1/2 months. We live in a gated ... Read More
Visa permanente/temporal question by Chilangolite
For those of you that went the visa permanente/temporal route. when you applied for either one of them do they determine which one you qualify for or do you have to pick one apply and if you do not qualify then re-apply for a different one? Thanks ...
There are different requirements and benefits to each. Go to your local Consulate Generals website and they will provide you the requirements. Read More
Temporary residency income documentation question by Stoked
Aloha everyone: I'm a Hawaiian planning to move to Puerto Escondido next year (I'm doing due diligence this year). I have not been able to find a specific answer to my issue and hope someone here can help point me in the right direction. I ...
exact same requirements for Portland, OR Read More
Physical moving of Belongings to mexico by dennissira
HI all, I know most people recommend ditching as much stuff as possible before you move to Mexico, but lets assume there is a t least a couple of rooms worth of furniture which you want to bring. Has anyone had any experience moving belongings to ...
Correction: 3-4 days after crossing the border. Read More
Physical moving of Belongings to mexico by dennissira
HI all, I know most people recommend ditching as much stuff as possible before you move to Mexico, but lets assume there is a t least a couple of rooms worth of furniture which you want to bring. Has anyone had any experience moving belongings to ...
Thank you for your email. We will travel by the day and it is going to take us 3-4 days. We own property in Cabo and have a tenant in the unit. In the interim, we've rented a place in San Jose for the month after we arrive and will do all the ... Read More
Physical moving of Belongings to mexico by dennissira
HI all, I know most people recommend ditching as much stuff as possible before you move to Mexico, but lets assume there is a t least a couple of rooms worth of furniture which you want to bring. Has anyone had any experience moving belongings to ...
Driving down Cabo San Lucas from the Northwest with a foreign plated vehicle on a temporary visa. We have MX auto insurance and we received a letter of authorization to drive into MX from the lien holder. Car will need to be returned to US after ... Read More
Temporary residency income documentation question by Stoked
Aloha everyone: I'm a Hawaiian planning to move to Puerto Escondido next year (I'm doing due diligence this year). I have not been able to find a specific answer to my issue and hope someone here can help point me in the right direction. I ...
Which Consulate Office did you process your paperwork? Read More
Temporary residency income documentation question by Stoked
Aloha everyone: I'm a Hawaiian planning to move to Puerto Escondido next year (I'm doing due diligence this year). I have not been able to find a specific answer to my issue and hope someone here can help point me in the right direction. I ...
My pleasure. It looks like you will have plenty of time to get your documents together. You'll have to get your birth and marriage certificates apostatized, as well as, any other professional certifications. Read More
Temporary residency income documentation question by Stoked
Aloha everyone: I'm a Hawaiian planning to move to Puerto Escondido next year (I'm doing due diligence this year). I have not been able to find a specific answer to my issue and hope someone here can help point me in the right direction. I ...
I am going through the same process. To my understanding each consulate has different requirements. If you email or call your Mexican Consulate General's Office they will provide you a list of requirements for Visa Residente Temporal and/or ... Read More
Banking in Baja by ibmark1
Hi there, recently moved to Baja and am tired of paying the ATM fees. Which banks are the most expat friendly? Is it difficult to get your SS moved to a bank in Mexico? Any tips on the protocol would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, M.W. Stanley
RE: Banking I attended Live and Invest Overseas in Mexico Conference, 11/15-11/17/17 in Cancun and according to the presenter, Raul Garcia, w/CiBanco: -Opening an account: bring passport and resident card (temporary or permanent) with proof of ... Read More
Banking in Baja by ibmark1
Hi there, recently moved to Baja and am tired of paying the ATM fees. Which banks are the most expat friendly? Is it difficult to get your SS moved to a bank in Mexico? Any tips on the protocol would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, M.W. Stanley
RE: Money Triggers FYI, reference pertains to FATCA requirements with US IRS. https://www.irs.gov/businesses/corporations/summary-of-fatca-reporting-for-us-taxpayers Read More
The best apps for expats in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share information regarding some of the apps that have helped to facilitate your move abroad in Mexico. This will help expats-to-be who are making the move as well. Which apps did you use while preparing your move to ...
IDK. I haven't moved yet. My company uses AT&T. Read More
The best apps for expats in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share information regarding some of the apps that have helped to facilitate your move abroad in Mexico. This will help expats-to-be who are making the move as well. Which apps did you use while preparing your move to ...
We have used WhatsApp, Waze, Google Maps, XMSirius, Echo and Expedia apps for information on our move and use to Cabo. WhatsApp we have used with discussions from all around the world. The only negative about WhatsApp is in regards to strength ... Read More