sparksmex
American expat in Mexico
Forum posts
219
About me
American
Lives in Melaque, Jalisco
Speaks English, Spanish
Registration: 07 April 2012
Full Time RV'rs in Mexico by rovtype
My wife and I are planning to relocate from Texas to the Quintana Roo area of Mexico. We had planned on buying a Class A Diesel Pusher to live in and travel in Mexico, Central America and the USA. I was hoping to connect with expats or visitors ...
A TIP is a temporary vehicle import permit Read More
Full Time RV'rs in Mexico by rovtype
My wife and I are planning to relocate from Texas to the Quintana Roo area of Mexico. We had planned on buying a Class A Diesel Pusher to live in and travel in Mexico, Central America and the USA. I was hoping to connect with expats or visitors ...
RV's can get a 10 year TIP but you will a resident Visa to stay over 180 days Read More
bilingual mainly english speaking schools
You have to go for the school ... not the beach. Vallarta has a couple Read More
How is Uber working ? by travellight
So what has been your Uber experience in Mexico ? Does your city have Uber? In some places the taxistas are not very happy about Uber, and some city's have banned it out right at least for a time. What has been your experience ?
Terrible in Mazatlan and some other cities http://mexiconewsdaily.com/news/uber-drivers-and-taxis-clash-in-mazatlan/ Read More
What do you do to make money to live in Mexico? by 420jon69
Just curious to see what everyone does to earn money that allows you to live in Mexico?
With a Permanente Visa ....... leave your US plated car home. Only Temporal can have a US car Best bet is to start a business in Mex but you'll need to do a lot of investigation Read More
What do you do to make money to live in Mexico? by 420jon69
Just curious to see what everyone does to earn money that allows you to live in Mexico?
Why not build one house and see how it goes. If you need income I would forget the whole thing. Who is going to build the houses? A contractor or architect is expensive and if you hire guys you need to pay Seguro which is expensive plus the ... Read More
Moving to Mexico: Buying Land and Establishing Healthcare by Feftesh
These are a couple topics I'm especially interested in while I'm planning a move to Mexico in the somewhat near future. Of course I have questions specifically on these two subjects. Does anyone know how purchasing land in the restricted ...
Mexicans can own land outright on the coast. With a resident, Visa Seguro Popular is good for smaller matters. Medical care is generally inexpensive so cash goes a long way Read More
Need advice -- completing the Visa process in Mexico by promobabe
Once I've gotten approved for my Temporal Visa at my local consulate, what proof of residency will I have to show in Mexico to complete the process? In my case, I'm staying at a variety of Airbnbs until I find a long term rental. So I will ...
Should tell us where you are going. Might have specific help info Read More
Need advice -- completing the Visa process in Mexico by promobabe
Once I've gotten approved for my Temporal Visa at my local consulate, what proof of residency will I have to show in Mexico to complete the process? In my case, I'm staying at a variety of Airbnbs until I find a long term rental. So I will ...
I used to go to the local Delegado and get a constancia de domicilio (proof of residence). Don't remember if I needed a witness. Might try to meet a gringo and ask if you can use their address. 30 days yes I only changed my address when I ... Read More
Mistakes expats make in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Mexico? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you could ...
RV Net http://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fuseaction/listings/forum/66.cfm Read More
Used car for sale
Buy it with plates from the State you{ll live because changing plates can be a real headache Read More
Mistakes expats make in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Mexico? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you could ...
I was house sitting near our canal that drains from the mountains. Canal overflowed and car was in 4 feet of water and mud. Almost 2 months to clean and replace electrical things. Then the mechanic had to go thru everything. Hurricane Jova For ... Read More
Buy car in Mexico by Troy greer
Aloha everyone. My wife and I recently moved from Maui to Costa alegre Jalisco in search of tranquility. We have found it! Going from the tourist trap of Hawaii to the remoteness of Mexico is incredible. Wide open beaches to ourselves. ...
If he buys a car from a Canadian or US'er he has to title or registration.... bad idea Read More
Buy car in Mexico by Troy greer
Aloha everyone. My wife and I recently moved from Maui to Costa alegre Jalisco in search of tranquility. We have found it! Going from the tourist trap of Hawaii to the remoteness of Mexico is incredible. Wide open beaches to ourselves. ...
You can buy a Mexican plated car but need a resident Visa to register it. You'll never be able to legalize a Canadian plated car. If you have a Residente Permante Visa you can't have a foreign car Most people here (Costalegre) buy cars ... Read More
Using the 6 month visa extensions for doing business by eswarchuk
Hello, Is it allowed to own/run a business if you just have a 6 month tourist visa? IF yes, is it recommended to just keep extending the 6 month visa? Thank you in advance for your comments. Cheers, Eswar
Totally illegal. You need a resident visa with permission to work which you get in your home country at a Mexican consulate Read More
Schooling: Private/Public
I seriously doubt any public school would take a child with no Spanish skills except a Kinder Private mixed language is probably the only option. Also very hard to enter mid-year. Public schools want you to register months before a new year Read More
Dealing with native insects
Door sweeps on all outside doors, windows with screens and that close well. Deet repellant for you Read More
What housekeeping costs by travellight
I was reading an article from someone writing as a Yucatan expat expert. He said house keeping cost way over what I pay, so I wondered what do others pay, and how did you find your house keeper ? I'm sure many coming to Mexico would like to ...
Get references from other gringos. 100 pesos and hour sounds like a fair amount tho I know some here try to pay less Read More
What do you do to make money to live in Mexico? by 420jon69
Just curious to see what everyone does to earn money that allows you to live in Mexico?
Online job or live on Social Security. Most folks retired Read More
Finding a place to live by doggroomer
Wondering how those of you who drove into Mexico (or not) how you went about finding a place to stay. Did you rent something out for a month that you secured before you got there? and that you found site unseen before actually getting to ...
Check it out .... Pacific side much prettier and water more attractive Read More
How wheelchair friendly would you consider Rosarito Beach? by Davies33
How wheelchair friendly would you consider Rosarito Beach? Have been there several times before becoming wheelchair bound and am now considering retiring there.
Find a buddy that can push .... all of Mexico is bad for "rueda de sillas" Read More
Finding a place to live by doggroomer
Wondering how those of you who drove into Mexico (or not) how you went about finding a place to stay. Did you rent something out for a month that you secured before you got there? and that you found site unseen before actually getting to ...
I found my town on two vacations when I was still working. Beach town in Jalisco so climate is a huge consideration. Really a good idea is you make a few visits and look around. Stayed in a small apartment of a friend until I found a house Read More
Car rentals in Guadalajara...what is the over 70 senior surcharge?
Only had the car for about 2 weeks Read More
Property prices in Jalisco by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Finding affordable housing in Jalisco is number one priority for newcomers. Tell us more about the estate market in your district/city/region. What are the most desired places to live? What are the most affordable ones? What is ...
First, of all .... newcomers should not be buying but renting Prices totally depend on location. I bought 2 side by side lots for 50000 each and you'll never find lots for that price anymore anywhere I built my house so don't know ... Read More
What is the best and quickest way to look for a house?
Never been asked that. You are looking in the wrong places. You'd better be in Mexico and not just looking online Read More
Real Estate Taxes in Mexico, Jalisco by Susan McCrary
I have gotten inconsistent information about real estate taxes. I am told by Real Estate agents that they are paid annually and usually only $100 to $200USD a year. Then I saw a condo for sale and it listed the property taxes $2500 USD a year ...
In a Condo you may be paying the community fee Read More
Would like to meet fellow expats who live in Puerto Vallarta by 952craig20
Hi. My name is Craig. I am moving to Puerto Vallarta on August 10, 2016 from San Luis Potosi. I have accepted a high school teaching position at the British American Collegio (Private High School). I would like to meet as many local Puerto ...
http://www.vallartascene.com/index.php?sid=4d8ee80c968d495e8fd5c427e902a1ca Read More
Car rentals in Guadalajara...what is the over 70 senior surcharge?
I booked my rental along with the flight ..... no problem Read More
New beginning by Roger1973
I'm excited about starting a new chapter in my life, I'll be opening a new business in Mexico on the Pacific Ocean side
Do you have a resident Visa with permission to work Read More
The Spanish language by travellight
Given that I still encounter situations where the Spanish I learned doesn't always hold up, I thought I would pose this question to the group.Is the Spanish you learned or are currently learning working as you expected. What have been you ...
Encuentros Cuernavaca http://www.learnspanishinmexico.com/ CELEP Patzcuaro http://www.celep.com.mx/ Read More
The Spanish language by travellight
Given that I still encounter situations where the Spanish I learned doesn't always hold up, I thought I would pose this question to the group.Is the Spanish you learned or are currently learning working as you expected. What have been you ...
Go to a good school here. I would list them but don't know where you'll be Read More
Lake Chapala accommodations beginning Jan 1, 2018 for 3+ months
Good message board for the area http://lakechapalainfo.bigforumpro.com/ Read More
Planning to move permanently to Puerto Vallarta by SkyeMoody
Greetings: I'm a journalist, photojournalist and former East Africa bush guide. I am planning to move from Seattle, WA USA, to Puerto Vallarta, primarily because of my attraction to Mexican culture and history, and secondarily, my desire to live ...
Do you have your Resident Visa? Read More
Are there any Chinese people in Mexico?
My Blog http://chinese-mexico.blogspot.mx/ Read More
First time bringing our dogs with us to Bucerias - beach diarrhea? by Minalta
Apologies for subject matter lol. We have vacationed in Bucerias for 10 years and have always enjoyed watching the dogs enjoying the beach and ocean. We are newly retired and have booked a Casa for 4 months next winter. We are driving so we can ...
Never heard of it and my dog has not had it. I live on the beach 4 hours south of Vallarta Read More
Speaking Spanish in Mexico by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Spanish is essential for a successful integration in Mexico. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Spanish? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language ...
2 years of Spanish in high school, one year in College. 3 months in Encuentros in Cuernavaca http://www.learnspanishinmexico.com/ 2 months at CELEP in Patzcuaro http://www.celep.com.mx/ I am the only gringo in my small community except when some ... Read More
Move to chapala by pbozz
Hello. My sister and I r planning to move around chapala area approx. October. We r in Pacific nw, tired of gray skies and rain. We both have traveled a lot. We lived in PV a year but it was way too hot in summer. I lived internationally 20 years ...
Might be better to talk to locals on a Lake Chapala message board. Many more choices than a "development" INSIDE LAKESIDE http://lakechapalainfo.bigforumpro.com/ Read More
Expats in Mazatlan
Mazinfo is quite busy on Yahoo https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/MazInfo/conversations/messages Read More
Buying A Car in Cancun by tbkingsley
Hello there We are a family of four travelling for 6 months in Central America. We are currently based in Cancun and are hoping to sell the vehicle once we reach our destination in Costa Rica. It's therefore important that we have all the ...
You can buy but not register a car as a Tourist Read More
travel from Sayulita to San Miguel de Allende by gfahrenbrink
My husband and I are spending a week in Sayulita, then need to travel to San Miguel de Allende for one week. What is the best and safest transportation mode for this? Bus, fly, or drive?
Airport for SMA is in Leon. Bus from Vallarta is 11 or 12 hours if you get a good connection in Guadalajara Read More
National medical plan by Edlynne2001
Good day all, Am planning on relocating to Mexico from Ecuador via Canada and wondering where information can be obtained for the above. Thank you. Rgds, Edouard Nadeau
Yes it's National and free if over 60 years. Not sure about younger Read More
National medical plan by Edlynne2001
Good day all, Am planning on relocating to Mexico from Ecuador via Canada and wondering where information can be obtained for the above. Thank you. Rgds, Edouard Nadeau
Seguro Popular with a resident Visa Read More
What to do Christmas Day in Puerto Vallerta? by rubytue60
Hi All - My 20-year-old daughter and I will be arriving in PV on Christmas Eve and spending three glorious weeks in the area. This is our third time there but never at the holiday season. Can anyone advise us as to what we may do or who to network ...
Many Mexicans consider Xmas to be on the 24th for family get together and food in the evening. Many may be recovering from the night before Read More
Property prices in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Finding affordable housing in Mexico is number one priority for newcomers. Tell us more about the estate market in your district/city/region. What are the most desired places to live? What are the most affordable ones? What is ...
I bought my two side by side lots (10x20 @) for 50K pesos each. Close to the beach considerably more. I'm surrounded by farmland which suits me fine Read More
Public schools in MX by honeybear78
Can anyone tell me anything about public schools in MX or point me in the right direction to research? Specifically would a MX highschool diploma get you into college in the US? Also is homeschooling a thing there? We're looking possibly ...
Generally Mexican schools are not very good. Highschool is called Prepa here. The average student would not qualify and they don't know English They would need a sponsor for the US Visa Read More
Work for an ESL tutor? by honeybear78
Hi friends! My mexican husband and i are consudering moving to tampico with pur two small children in the next five years. Our plan is for my husband to work in the hospitality/tourist industry and i thought i could be an esl tutor. Is there much ...
You can't work without a work Visa Read More
Advice on finding work por favour by Gtaylor9333
Hi, I really want to move to cancun but can't seem to find any jobs online, what is the best way to find work? Would like to work in hospitality, but open to anything as have experience in sales and customer service. I know the money ...
A Permanente Visa does but you still need to tell INM. Read More
Advice on finding work por favour by Gtaylor9333
Hi, I really want to move to cancun but can't seem to find any jobs online, what is the best way to find work? Would like to work in hospitality, but open to anything as have experience in sales and customer service. I know the money ...
Your Visa requires a permission to work at a certain job. You can only get that Visa at a Consulate in your home country Read More
Pets in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Many of us in Mexico have four-legged friends. What about you? Do you have one or more pets? Share your experience with us! What are the formalities to import pets in Mexico? What about pet adoption procedures in the country? ...
A very impatient cat and a street dog that adopted me .... both are Mexican. I don't know one household that doesn't have at least one pet. We have a group here that provides free spay and neutering twice a year and they also take in stray ... Read More
Barra de Navidad
Melaque / Barra Navidad Amigos https://web.facebook.com/groups/191178157743773/ Read More
Barra de Navidad
I would ask on those sites I suggested. I never know what is going on in Barra or costs of anything It's still 90 almost every day and even the locals are uncomfortable The longer you stay ...... the cheaper it is Read More
Barra de Navidad
You will find Expats on the Tomzap message board and a few groups on Facebook. Winter months lots of snowbirds, entertainment, and food. There are full-timers Be sure to visit in mid-summer to see if the heat and humidity is too much. I live in ... Read More
Your best business development ideas in Mexico by Priscilla
Hi everyone, As a foreign entrepreneur, launching a business in Mexico is a fantastic project and an exciting challenge. Some ideas are likely to succeed. Some others are promising but may not work as well as intended. In your opinion, what ...
Gringo businesses here cater to almost exclusively to other gringos because their prices are too high for locals. There are two restaurants Bike rentals Golf cart rentals Two tour companies RV spaces One bar-restaurant Apartment rental All ... Read More
Newbie on board!
A Mexican Consulate will tell you about Visas and if you qualify Read More
When you move, what do you need to pack?
I've seen rentals that may not have light bulbs. Never seen sheets and towels. Kitchen may have very little in it. Sometimes very hard to find cotton sheets Read More
Suyalita - looking for one bedroom to rent from December to April
http://sayulita-mexico.com/ http://www.vallartascene.com/index.php? Read More
Looking for someone for shower enclosure and a plumber
Yes .... where ae you. Mexico is large Read More
Live aboard experience. by Mrjfortin
Is anyone a long term live aboard in Mexico? Either Pacific or Caribbean side. Care to share your experiences? The good,the bad and the ugly. Thank you.
I assume you mean in a boat. Lots of people cruise the west coast but in the winter. Don't know any living on one Read More
Teaching Positions for 2017-2018 Mexico (Coastal) by alycat926
Hi All, I'm looking for Primary School teaching positions. Warm regards, Alyssa =)
Public school ...... no way Private ..... maybe For Expat kids in Mexico ? Read More
Newbie to Mexico
You need a resident Visa to stay long term. There are financial qualifications. Application only done in your home country. Other option is cross the border every 180 days and remain a Tourist Read More
Cost of Electricity by gudgrief
Does anyone use between 500 and 700 kilowathours of electricity every 2 months? If so, what was your actual usage and what were you charged? Thanks in advance.
Funny now but not at the time Landlord had 3 apartments and his house running on one meter. When he upgraded to 5 meters we each had our own. Guess who got the old original. I gave him less than 1/4 of "my bill" and moved out Read More
Cost of Electricity by gudgrief
Does anyone use between 500 and 700 kilowathours of electricity every 2 months? If so, what was your actual usage and what were you charged? Thanks in advance.
I have 5-6 fans running 24/7 ..... at least this time of year Read More
Cost of Electricity by gudgrief
Does anyone use between 500 and 700 kilowathours of electricity every 2 months? If so, what was your actual usage and what were you charged? Thanks in advance.
Why would I answer in USD ?? I've lived here 11 years Read More
Cost of Electricity by gudgrief
Does anyone use between 500 and 700 kilowathours of electricity every 2 months? If so, what was your actual usage and what were you charged? Thanks in advance.
Close but no cigar KW used 479 ....... bill to pay was $487 I'm in Zone 1B and you know Zones make the rates change Read More
Working as an English Teacher in Mexico City by K00z0h
Hi everyone I've been in Latin America for 3 months now and have finally found somewhere I would like to teach English: Mexico City I have quite a few years within South East Asia & Australia teaching English, and have a teaching diploma ...
Talk to an Immigration Office in Mexico Read More
Change of Tourist visa to Work permit visa ?
Sorry but you can't change a Tourist Permit to anything. To get a working Visa you need a job offer and then return to your home country to apply for a "working resident" Visa at a Consulate. Very difficult ... it used to be ... Read More
nice and safe area of Cancun for $1,000 USD a month by FredtheBiped
Can I have a nice life in a safe area of Cancun for $1,000 USD a month?
Only on a 180 Tourist permit because you still need an income of 12-1300 US each month for a Resident Visa Check with a Mexican Consulate if you want a Visa Read More
How Much does a local pay for middle school in TJ ?
I just bought 2 uniforms for a first grader and one for a 6th grader. Nice cloth topped black tennies ...... and all 850 pesos A couple backpacks - 400 Other school supplies 200 Lunch every day 25-30 Schools ask for odd's and ends but not ... Read More
Buy real estate but not live there
Save your money and do it all when you retire Read More
Dental care in PV and Playa del Carmen
I live down the coast from Vallarta and we have a few very good dentists here. I warn you that what you want is very common and our dentists have as much as a 2 month waiting list over the Xmas/New Year season (Dec thru Feb) Read More
Working as an English Teacher in Mexico City by K00z0h
Hi everyone I've been in Latin America for 3 months now and have finally found somewhere I would like to teach English: Mexico City I have quite a few years within South East Asia & Australia teaching English, and have a teaching diploma ...
I don't think any of those articles mentioned getting a Visa that allows you to work ..... and how complicated it is. IE .... get the job offer and go back to your home country and apply for the work Visa Read More
Best Drinking Water?
Can't recommend a bottled water company because all are not national. Bottled is by far the best solution A Garafon of water runs from 12 to 28 pesos ...... expensive ? Read More
bringing your car from the us to mexico?
You would need a Temporal Visa to have the car. Permanente Visa can't have US plates I wouldn't want to drive that far Read More
driving from colorado to akumal by cassie514
hi, my hubby and i want to drive to akumal from breckenridge, colorado. the map traced it out taking highway 57 mexico going through matahuala. it says that these roads may be closed though at different hours of the day. does anyone know if this is ...
Don't drive at night anywhere in Mexico. Split it into 8 hours legs Read More
Finding Work in Canun
If you already have a permission to work Visa you can change ..... and probably a generic Temporal. After 5 years in Mexico legally you should be Permanente. With Permanente you have permission to work but need to inform INM. You must know what ... Read More
Sports in Mexico
It's 95% soccer here. On the west coast there is surfing and Skim Boarding Read More
I need English teaching job by ihendeson
I really need someone to help me or give advise on how i can get a job to teach English in Mexico asap. I have a bachelor degree and i am certified to teach ESL. I have 5 years experience in TEFL and good classroom management. I am also very good at ...
http://www.eslcafe.com/ Dave's ESL Cafe Read More
Adapting to the climate in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Adjusting to new climatic conditions is key in any expatriation process. Moving to Mexico is no exception. What are the climate characteristics of Mexico? How does the local weather impact your daily life, mood or ...
Five fans going constantly, two hammocks under a palapa with a fan, a small pool ..... and there is always the beach. Too warm to work in the garden today so I won't Read More
Moving to Mexico
Visit the nearest Mexican Consulate for answers. Read More
Proof of Address Info by Oldladyman
Hi does anyone know if I need to be a permanent resident to get proof of address or is it just a matter of showing them a utility bill or lease? I'm on a tourist visa. Thx!
Take a bill to the local Municipio office and ask them for a combromante de domicilio. Costs about 70 pesos here Read More
Proof of Address Info by Oldladyman
Hi does anyone know if I need to be a permanent resident to get proof of address or is it just a matter of showing them a utility bill or lease? I'm on a tourist visa. Thx!
Why do you need proof of address ? Showing bills to who ? Read More
Need Telcel Sin Limites Plan Advice Please! by Oldladyman
I was unable to get a monthly Telcel plan because I don't have comprobante de domicilio so I had to accept the Telcel Sin Limites every 30 days thing. As far as it was explained to me, I get 500 megas of data and unlimited phone calls for 30 ...
If you have a number you should be able to create an account on MiTelcel https://www.mitelcel.com/mitelcel/login;jsessionid= The local Municipio office issues the comprobante de domicilio here Read More
Anything to share about Zihua? by Bound4bvi
HI......not sure if this is the correct thread ....but new to expat. Moving to Zihuatanejo in August. I see lots about the usual suspect destinations but nothing on Zihua....anyone have any comments or suggestions about Z? Thanks Allen
I should have said Google rather than search http://www.zihuatanejo.net/tablero/ Read More
Expand your social circle in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Mexico means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one develop a ...
My only Gringo neighbors are only here for 3 to 5 months in the winter. It's hard not to know almost everyone ..... but without Spanish I would be in trouble. A few miles away there is a beach town with plenty of Gringos if I feel the need Read More
Expand your social circle in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Mexico means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one develop a ...
You need to visit a Mexican Consulate if there is one Read More
Anything to share about Zihua? by Bound4bvi
HI......not sure if this is the correct thread ....but new to expat. Moving to Zihuatanejo in August. I see lots about the usual suspect destinations but nothing on Zihua....anyone have any comments or suggestions about Z? Thanks Allen
Search for the Zihua Ixtapa message board for lots of locals Read More
MOVING TO CANCUN: HELP WITH VISA & JOB
Getting a job is up to you but you will need to visit a Mexican Consulate for the Visa Read More
rental in manzanillo
Google Tomzap ..... they have a Manzanillo message board Manzanillo is on the other side of Mexico from SMA Read More
Tax Advice Needed - Working Remotely For US Employer by Tkitzman
I am planning to move to San Miguel for the coming school year. I want to work remotely for a US-law firm on US-related cases. I will not be giving any legal advice to Mexicans. I'm forming a LLC in the US. The law firm will contract with the ...
Nobody said anything about avoiding US taxes. My pensions and a small income from Google go to a US bank .... and they have for over 10 years. Mexico does not know and has absolutely no reason to Read More
Tax Advice Needed - Working Remotely For US Employer by Tkitzman
I am planning to move to San Miguel for the coming school year. I want to work remotely for a US-law firm on US-related cases. I will not be giving any legal advice to Mexicans. I'm forming a LLC in the US. The law firm will contract with the ...
Have employer deposit to US bank account and use ATM card to get cash here. Very easy Read More
Tax Advice Needed - Working Remotely For US Employer by Tkitzman
I am planning to move to San Miguel for the coming school year. I want to work remotely for a US-law firm on US-related cases. I will not be giving any legal advice to Mexicans. I'm forming a LLC in the US. The law firm will contract with the ...
Mexico has nothing to do with it. Pay US taxes and that's it Read More
Crossing border with Lots of stuff
There is such a thing as a "menaje de casa" which declares what you are bringing in but for sports equipment I doubt it is necessary. The border does not know if you are on vacation or moving. An FM3 has not existed for years ..... and ... Read More
Move to either Cancun or Puerto Vallarta from Canada by CMCoutu
Hello everyone! My husband and I are considering moving to either Cancun or Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. We're a young, vibrant, middle-aged couple. My husband is a general contractor/carpenter, and I have been a CHRP (Human Resources/Industrial ...
You need to talk to a Mexican Consulate who would issue you a Resident Visa with permission to work. Then he would have to run his own business. >>>>> can secure immediate employment. Very unrealistic I believe. Mexicans work ... Read More
Banking in Mexico by Troy greer
My wife and I will be moving to Mexico in August from Texas. Goin to build a house and I'm thinking about keeping my bank account open here as well as opening up an account in Mexico. Any ideas??
When I built my house I opened an account with Intercam and was able to write checks for like $4-5000 US as needed for materials. They've gone through some changes since 2008 but I would definitely check with them. Of course, you would need ... Read More
seeking job by tania_her
Hello I currently moved to San Miguel de Allende and am looking for a job. I have 3 years as an office assistant. I've worked as an English teacher and in sales. If anyone knows of a job offer of any sorts I will appreciate it so much! I ...
Ah ...... you must have a Permanent Resident Visa. Very good. Any employer should check for that Read More
Freelancing and Making a Living
Much better to have an online job. You can't work legally in Mexico just because you want to. I can imagine part time house sitting for rent but you still need food and travel money. The only way you can bounce around from job to job is if you ... Read More
seeking job by tania_her
Hello I currently moved to San Miguel de Allende and am looking for a job. I have 3 years as an office assistant. I've worked as an English teacher and in sales. If anyone knows of a job offer of any sorts I will appreciate it so much! I ...
Are you legal to work in Mexico ?? Read More
Just landed in Mexico
You can't just work in Mexico because you want to ...... you need a Visa with permission to work. I suggest heading for Arizona Read More