There may come a time when you need to see a doctor in a hurry. In Mexico, one excellent option is the in-house doctor at a local pharmacy. This will sound like an alien concept to many expats, especially Americans, who are accustomed to heading to an emergency room for
Living in the heart of Tequila country, I am fortunate to have super premium tequilas I’d never even heard of before moving to Mexico readily available in local restaurants, stores, and bars. While artisanal brands like Los Abuelos (Fortaleza in the U.S.) and Tequila Ocho are produced in limited quantities
Everyone who owns real estate in Mexico (house, condo, or a piece of land) owes property taxes to their state government, aka the “impuesto predial.” These taxes are paid annually, during the first quarter of each year. The predial is separate from the property acquisition tax, known by the acronym ISAI, which
Following a busy weekend in which the U.S. slapped 25% tariffs on Colombia for refusing to accept military planes packed with deported immigrants (and then reversed it following Colombia’s capitulation yesterday), it looks like Trump’s attention is now turning to Mexico and Canada. According to the Wall Street Journal, the
If you read my post last November explaining how the Mexican government sets the financial requirements for foreigners seeking residency visas, you know it’s based on the national minimum wage. My previous article estimated the likely thresholds foreign applicants would be expected to meet next year because the minimum wage
Back in February, I tried to open a BBVA debit account called Libretón Premium, which offers unrestricted deposits and minimal charges if a minimum balance of $4,000 MXN pesos is maintained in the account. Despite meeting all of the qualifications posted on bbva.com, I was denied this product by the banker
Last week I wrote about the best ways to seek help if you have an emergency in Mexico. Beyond the basics of learning how to use emergency services in Mexico lies a mountain of government data. This data shows the myriad reasons residents of Mexico call 911 for help, as
Getting injured in a car accident. Falling ill with Dengue. Stepping on a sea urchin. A massive heart attack. Foreigners suffer all sorts of emergencies in Mexico that require immediate attention. This article will share critical tips on what to do if you find yourself in an emergency and need
A few weeks back, my husband Joe and I learned that our favorite new band, the Irish Indie rock group Fontaines D.C. would be visiting Mexico in 2025 to perform exactly one concert. We were thrilled to have a chance to see this hugely talented band live in Mexico City
Mexico has long been one of the most popular destinations for American and Canadian citizens moving abroad. It’s no surprise given Mexico’s geographic proximity, mild climate, lower cost of living, world-class resorts, and welcoming culture. But you’ll need a residency visa to stay more than 180 days legally. Below I
