Halfwaytree
Canadian looking for information about Mexico
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Registration: 01 January 2019
Canadian tourist mexican credit card? by drspoc
Can a Canadian tourist get a mexican credit card? I want to avoid carrying cash and wanted to know what is the requirements criteria?
Hi again. The above should read "Hi drspoc" NOT "Hi despot" Darn auto correct! You are not a despot are you? LOL! Read More
Canadian tourist mexican credit card? by drspoc
Can a Canadian tourist get a mexican credit card? I want to avoid carrying cash and wanted to know what is the requirements criteria?
Hi despot: travel light has provided you with good advice. I would only add that as a fellow Canadian, from all the research I haver done, we can receive a Charles Shwab credit card in Canada but we cannot open an account to avoid paying ATM ... Read More
Moderate Climate Locations by Tony_Amigo
What are some towns-cities to live in that are not so hot or humid?
I have never been there but Oaxaca City has always intrigued me and I think it may have moderate weather. San Miguel and Chapala are good choices but on the expensive side. Read More
I experienced a visa scam by Keepcool
I have been very much enjoying my time in Mexico over the last 8 months. But bad things also happen and those experiences need to be shared to protect other people. So let me tell you of Sonia D. Sonia makes a living helping foreigners living in ...
Providing good service and building a solid reputation would make Sonia WAY more money than pulling the crap she pulled. But I guess people are lazy. Sorry this happened to you but it is a good lesson for all of us. Thank you for exposing her as a ... Read More
Permanent & Temporary Visa Card Waiting Period in Mexico by Halfwaytree
Hi everyone: A question. For those of you who received your visa sticker in your passport and had 180 days to get to Mexico to start the "Canje" process for obtaining your residency card. After arriving in Mexico, approximately how long ...
As always, thank you mexicogc!! Read More
Permanent & Temporary Visa Card Waiting Period in Mexico by Halfwaytree
Hi everyone: A question. For those of you who received your visa sticker in your passport and had 180 days to get to Mexico to start the "Canje" process for obtaining your residency card. After arriving in Mexico, approximately how long ...
I can't say enough good things about the folks who post on here, you have all been so helpful. I hope one day I can be of help to others as well. Read More
Permanent & Temporary Visa Card Waiting Period in Mexico by Halfwaytree
Hi everyone: A question. For those of you who received your visa sticker in your passport and had 180 days to get to Mexico to start the "Canje" process for obtaining your residency card. After arriving in Mexico, approximately how long ...
Thank you Diane36000! I am glad to hear it only took two and half months. Read More
Permanent & Temporary Visa Card Waiting Period in Mexico by Halfwaytree
Hi everyone: A question. For those of you who received your visa sticker in your passport and had 180 days to get to Mexico to start the "Canje" process for obtaining your residency card. After arriving in Mexico, approximately how long ...
Thank you so much for your input travellight. Much appreciated! Read More
Permanent & Temporary Visa Card Waiting Period in Mexico
Hi everyone: A question. For those of you who received your visa sticker in your passport and had 180 days to get to Mexico to start the "Canje" process for obtaining your residency card. After arriving in Mexico, approximately how long ... Read More
Applying For Permanent Residency With Third Country Circumstances.
So I am trying to get the ball rolling in my quest to obtain permanent residency status in Mexico. I am posting this to see if anyone has had the same circumstance as mine. Maybe not the same birth country as me, but just in any third country in ... Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in Mexico by Lo茂c
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts Mexico, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
My plans to move to Mexico have not changed except that in a round about way it may actually move up the time frame I am looking at for making that move. As far as how COVID-19 is affecting me? Very little as it turns out. I am an introvert and a ... Read More
Wife and I are considering our options for retirement by terriandralph
We are both 58, and are considering retiring. Currently between the both of us, our retirement checks per month total about $3000. We would sell our house to put a little aside for a rainy day fund and to eliminate any bills we are currently paying ...
Other than not being married and not having a connection in San Miguel (or anywhere in Mexico), I am in the same boat. To retire to Mexico or to retire to an RV or conversion van and travel? Sorry, I have done neither so can't help you but I ... Read More
Why Have the Financial Requirements for Residency Skyrocketed? by Halfwaytree
If memory serves, two years ago the amount of available, on hand funds one needed to apply for permanent residency in Mexico was $118,000 Canadian dollars. Last year it was raised to $130,000 plus. OK, that was a lot but I understand the amount ...
NYC Rob: Good points! I think the new requirements are a little over the top. Even if the Mexican peso was to increase dramatically in value against the USD, CND & Euro etc... all of a sudden I think it is still overkill, but I am not an ... Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
Hi beachseeker: Thanks for the heads up about Merida. Yes, Merida and surrounding area will be one of my next visits. Read More
Why Have the Financial Requirements for Residency Skyrocketed? by Halfwaytree
If memory serves, two years ago the amount of available, on hand funds one needed to apply for permanent residency in Mexico was $118,000 Canadian dollars. Last year it was raised to $130,000 plus. OK, that was a lot but I understand the amount ...
Thanks for that explanation alleycat1. I'm glad the minimum wage for Mexicans is increasing, while it makes things more difficult for some of us wanting to move there permanently, I realize it is not all about us. Read More
Why Have the Financial Requirements for Residency Skyrocketed?
If memory serves, two years ago the amount of available, on hand funds one needed to apply for permanent residency in Mexico was $118,000 Canadian dollars. Last year it was raised to $130,000 plus. OK, that was a lot but I understand the amount ... Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
Hi Rob: I actually am just beginning my search for a place to settle down. I leave in a few days to check out Oaxca City, Huatulco & Puerto Escondido, just to get a feel for those regions. For me there will be at least three more of those kind ... Read More
Cholula vs. San Cristobal de las Casas
For anyone who has visited both or even just one of these cities, do you think it would be a good place to retire for a solo person? The more I think about retiring in Mexico the more I realize i would rather retire to a place that has a more ... Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
I'm happy that Mexico can provide a place for those relying on SS to live. Thanks for sharing your experiece Jonny! Read More
Best cities for retirement in Mexico by Bhavna
Hello everyone, An increasing amount of people want to spend their retirement abroad. Would you consider giving a few tips to those looking into Mexico for their retirement? What are the most attractive cities for retirees in Mexico? Why ...
Expats seem to have flooded the town of Ajijic & San Miguel de Allende. There are other popular expat communities to be sure, but these two seem to be at the top or near the top of the popularity list for retired folk from the U.S., Canada and ... Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
Thanks for that reply GraziellaG. Your properties sound awesome! Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
Wow grmafluffy. That is an unbeliveable rent. That's great!! Good point about living with the locals. That would be my preference! Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
Thanks for that suferdude. That makes me feel very hopeful!!! Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
Thanks for that info Chilangolite. Much appreciated! Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
I like your attitude rubytue60. I too plan on getting involved in some form of volunteering when I get established. My $1,900 USD per month will come mostly from my company pension. When I reach 65 the Canadian version of what you call Social ... Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
Wow Pennsylvania2! Those rents sound so high. I could get by on a modest studio. Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
SteveandMarty, yes I too have heard about the "caravans" of gringos heading south. LOL! Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
First Last. Thank you!! Actaually I am Canadian. When I leave Canada I will not be covered any longer by Canadian health insurance. I have the pre existing condition of sleep apnea but there seems to be some dispute whether or not that will ... Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
Thanks for your valuable input Mrjfortin. Much appreciated! Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
Thanks for posting that mrbjam. Some good buys there on the link you posted. For me however, I would like to sample different areas of Mexico on the Gulf coast, Caribbean coast and the Pacific coast before putting down roots. Maybe I will think ... Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
Thank you travellight for placing things in context for me. Much appreciated!!! Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
AlicatAZ, that is a sobering response you posted. Maybe I may need to keep working for a few more years to build up my pension in order to live my dream, or maybe I need to give up on a beach community and think more along the lines of central ... Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
Once again mexicogc, I can't thank you enough for help. My very best wishes to you and yours! Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month by Halfwaytree
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ...
Good to know gringa! Thanks so much!! Read More
Single Retiree Receiving a Pension of $1,900 USD Per Month
If I choose to take early retirement now at age 58, my monthly pension would be 1,900 USD and will increase each year indexed to inflation. Realisticly, after paying for health insurance, rent for a studio or one bedroom apartment in a beach ... Read More
Accommodation in Mexico: scams you should look out for by Bhavna
Hi, Committing to renting or buying accommodation when you聮re new to or have not moved to Mexico just yet is always a stressful endeavour. Would you like to help us in putting together a handbook of what to look out for when house hunting in ...
This may sound like I'm a little paranoid, and this goes for anywhere, not just Mexico. But if the landlord is asking for cash, I almost want proof that they are the actual property owner and not just a former tenant who still has keys to a now ... Read More
Haggle Over Rent? by Halfwaytree
I am not overly familiar with the customs in regards to renting an apartment or home in Mexico. In general terms, is the amount the landlord is asking for firm or are they expecting you to haggle with them and eventually agree upon a monthly rent to ...
Thanks Kolobog58. You make a good point which I will carry with me. I need to learn and become as proficient in Spanish as possible. I'm a little like you. My mother was Cuban but I spoke English all my life so Spanish does not come natural to ... Read More
Haggle Over Rent? by Halfwaytree
I am not overly familiar with the customs in regards to renting an apartment or home in Mexico. In general terms, is the amount the landlord is asking for firm or are they expecting you to haggle with them and eventually agree upon a monthly rent to ...
Thanks for your valuable information christiannavarette. I will keep what you said with me on my search for a place to live. Read More
Haggle Over Rent? by Halfwaytree
I am not overly familiar with the customs in regards to renting an apartment or home in Mexico. In general terms, is the amount the landlord is asking for firm or are they expecting you to haggle with them and eventually agree upon a monthly rent to ...
Thanks for that mexicogc. Good to know! Read More
Haggle Over Rent? by Halfwaytree
I am not overly familiar with the customs in regards to renting an apartment or home in Mexico. In general terms, is the amount the landlord is asking for firm or are they expecting you to haggle with them and eventually agree upon a monthly rent to ...
Thanks for the advice. Much appreciated! Read More
Haggle Over Rent?
I am not overly familiar with the customs in regards to renting an apartment or home in Mexico. In general terms, is the amount the landlord is asking for firm or are they expecting you to haggle with them and eventually agree upon a monthly rent to ... Read More
Will Sleep Apnea Be a Disqualifying Pre-Existing Condition For IMSS? by Halfwaytree
My hope is to apply for IMSS medical insurance after I get my permanent residency status for Mexico. I realize that some pre-existing conditions can prevent you from qualifying. I can't seem to find any info on the web to confirm whether or ...
Thanks for your reply Melanie. If I wanted to acquire the service of a billingual consultant would putting the word out in Facebook groups be a good way to connect with one? Read More
Will Sleep Apnea Be a Disqualifying Pre-Existing Condition For IMSS? by Halfwaytree
My hope is to apply for IMSS medical insurance after I get my permanent residency status for Mexico. I realize that some pre-existing conditions can prevent you from qualifying. I can't seem to find any info on the web to confirm whether or ...
alleycat1: Thank you so much for this. It puts my mind at ease beyond belief! Read More
Will Sleep Apnea Be a Disqualifying Pre-Existing Condition For IMSS?
My hope is to apply for IMSS medical insurance after I get my permanent residency status for Mexico. I realize that some pre-existing conditions can prevent you from qualifying. I can't seem to find any info on the web to confirm whether or ... Read More
Cost of living 2019 in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As we usually do each year, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...
grapenut: It sounds like you are very content in Juarez. Is the crime situation easing up down there or is it still bad but you just learn to deal with it? Read More
Canadians Applying for Permanent Residency in Mexico by Halfwaytree
The requirement for gaining permanent residency status in Mexico using the asset option is now... savings and investments equaling $148,866.00 CND. I don't have enough in savings but if I add my RRSPs to the eaquasion I have quite a bit more ...
Thanks for the reply mexicogc. The financial requirements are so much more at the consulate in Toronto compared to the one in Montreal. Approx. $35,000 more in Toronto. Crazy!!! Here is the link to the page from the Toronto consulate website Link Read More
Canadians Applying for Permanent Residency in Mexico
The requirement for gaining permanent residency status in Mexico using the asset option is now... savings and investments equaling $148,866.00 CND. I don't have enough in savings but if I add my RRSPs to the eaquasion I have quite a bit more ... Read More
Border Run Expats in Mexico by Halfwaytree
I am just at the beginning of my research for a possible move to Mexico as an early retired expat I thought I would get my feet wet by maybe spending 6 to 12 months as a border run expat with a tourist visa before deciding if I should apply for ...
Hi SteveandMarty: I don't want to speak for mexicogc, I'm only speaking from the research I have done. But the amount that mexicogc mentions for the two of them, $1,250.00 CDN (approx. $1,000.00 USD) would be paid on an anual basis, not ... Read More
Border Run Expats in Mexico by Halfwaytree
I am just at the beginning of my research for a possible move to Mexico as an early retired expat I thought I would get my feet wet by maybe spending 6 to 12 months as a border run expat with a tourist visa before deciding if I should apply for ...
mexicogc: Thanks for making things a little clearer for me to understand. If I decide to apply for temperary residency I hope to get coverage like what you guys have. Very reasonable!! Read More
Border Run Expats in Mexico by Halfwaytree
I am just at the beginning of my research for a possible move to Mexico as an early retired expat I thought I would get my feet wet by maybe spending 6 to 12 months as a border run expat with a tourist visa before deciding if I should apply for ...
Travelight: Thank you so much for your input! I had a browse through your link and it was very helpful. I am a bit concerned about a possible catastrophic incident, be it a stroke or a serious car accident, etc... . I'm guessing I need to ... Read More
Border Run Expats in Mexico
I am just at the beginning of my research for a possible move to Mexico as an early retired expat I thought I would get my feet wet by maybe spending 6 to 12 months as a border run expat with a tourist visa before deciding if I should apply for ... Read More