Health Insurance for Short Visits to Mexico

If you’re visiting Mexico for a short period —on a vacation or short business trip, for example— travel insurance policies which cover you for a limited time while you’re away from home should suffice.  These might be provided by your current healthcare provider (but double-check the small print), through an employer’s health plan if you’re here on a short business visit, or through purchase of a short-trip travel insurance policy.  You can learn more about short-term travel health insurance on our guide to insurance in Mexico.

Health Insurance for Extended Stays in Mexico

If you plan to be in Mexico for an extended stay, but don’t intent to take-up residence in Mexico – for example, you might take a sabbatical, a volunteer job, or plan to stay in Mexico for six months or less, then a short-term travel insurance policy might not cover your needs.  In these circumstances, you may consider a private health insurance policy that covers you locally and, if you retain health coverages in your home country, you might also consider taking out a medical evacuation plan in the event of a serious medical incident that requires you to be flown home for treatment and recovery.

Health Insurance for Foreign Residents in Mexico

If you intend to apply for, or have, legal residency in Mexico, a travel insurance policy won’t be valid as these are designed for people who come to Mexico for a short defined period and return to their country of residence.  If you have health insurance cover in your country of residence, the policy might cover you if you’re living abroad (but probably won’t) and in most cases you would need to evacuate back to your home country to avail yourself of any coverages.  Therefore, if you plan to reside in Mexico, you should consider health insurance coverages that will be valid and provide adequate care for your needs.  Here are the options:

Mexico’s IMSS Medical Insurance

Foreign residents (temporary or permanent) can apply for the Mexican public healthcare insurance system known an IMSS on a voluntary basis which provides access to certain doctors, clinics and hospitals in Mexico.  Some medications are also covered under this plan.  Coverage costs depend on your age; restrictions and limitations apply and, like all publicly-funded healthcare systems, patient demand is usually higher than the supply of services, so you may have to wait for care. (Note also that people who are enrolled in IMSS through an employer get priority over those who enroll voluntarily.)  This article explains the IMSS medical insurance system in Mexico.

Private Medical Insurance in Mexico

Most foreign residents who can afford to do so will take out a private medical insurance plan that covers their personal needs and gives them direct access to private doctors, clinics and hospitals in Mexico.  Policies are crafted to the individual situation of the person, couple, or family, and premiums depend on things like your age, term of coverage, coverages included, and the deductible you are willing to pay in the event of a claim.  You can complete this health insurance request and our associate will contact you personally to discuss your situation and needs, and provide a no-obligation quote for you to review.

Medical Evacuation from Mexico

If you are resident in Mexico and continue to have health coverage in your home country then you might consider a medical evacuation plan to enable you to get home for treatment and to convalesce close to your own doctors and family in the event that you experience a serious accident or health event (e.g. heart attack) while you are here.  Note that medical evacuation insurance coverages only cover evacuation costs in serious cases and so you’ll need to get routine or non-critical health matters attended to in Mexico.

The US Department of Transport collects detailed records of border crossings every day and very helpfully makes those data available via its website.

To better understand the scope of these passenger and vehicle crossings, we downloaded the data for 2019 —before the land border became restricted in 2020— to get a handle on how much traffic typically crosses the US-Mexico land border.

This is what the data reveal:

US-Mexico land border crossings by type (2019)

The US DOT’s data classifies ‘crossing types’ into the groups listed in the table below.  The numbers represent ‘crossings’ not unique numbers of people and vehicles.  The data reveal that in 2019 there were:

Summary analysis of land border crossings (2019)

There were 239,567,746 passenger crossings in 2019, of which:

• 188,228,921 (79%) were Passengers in Personal Vehicles; and
• 49,175,926 (20%) were Pedestrians;
• there were 2,153,331 Bus Passengers (1%), and
• 9,568 Train Passengers (negligible %).

There were 79,828,599 vehicle crossings in 2019, of which:

• 73,085,262 (92%) were Personal Vehicles;
• 6,591,796 (7.8%) were Commercial Trucks; and
• 151,541 (0.2%) were Buses.

Related to the transportation of goods by road and rail, in 2019 there were:

• 6,520,659 Truck Container crossings of which 4,766,152 were full and 1,754,507 were empty;
• in addition, there were 1,099,834 Rail Container crossings of which 491,994 were full and 607,840 were empty.

Busiest US-Mexico land border crossing points

This table shows the the top 10 border crossings along the US-Mexico land border in 2019, by volume and type.  San Ysidro is the busiest crossing by far, followed by El Paso.  Most of the the annual crossings are made by personal vehicles and their passengers, and pedestrians.

Data Source: You can learn more about border crossing volumes and types and download the data from the US DOT website.  The data sets also contain crossings between the US and Canadian land border, which are not included in the data presented in this article.

Learn more about driving in Mexico

Mexperience offers articles with insights to help you prepare for your road trip and drive confidently in Mexico.

• Insuring your vehicle for driving in Mexico
• Importing a foreign car or other vehicle to Mexico
• Getting a Temporary Import Permit (TIP) for your vehicle
• Your Mexico road trip checklist
• Latest articles about driving in Mexico
• Guide to auto insurance in Mexico

March highlights in Mexico

March heralds the beginning of springtime in Mexico, although the weather this time of year continues to be changeable with wind storms that may appear suddenly, too.  Air temperatures are beginning to climb again —even in the typically cooler regions of the north-central and western highlands— and clock-time is about to be sprung forward by one hour, setting the scene for lighter evenings.  The ‘snowbirds’ (part-time residents overwintering in Mexico) are entering their final stretch before they make preparations to return to their home countries for late spring and summer.

Benito Juárez and clocks

March is host to another long weekend holiday, commemorating the birth of Benito Juárez—the country’s first president and one of the most revered of Mexico’s political leaders.  The March 21st holiday was moved to the third Monday in March which this year happens to coincide precisely with the date of the commemoration.

The spring clock change is on the horizon; Baja California and locations along the Mexico-US border will move their clocks forward by one hour on Sunday March 13th; most of Mexico moves its clocks forward again on the first Sunday in April.  The states of Sonora and Quintana Roo very sensibly leave their clocks alone.

Residency qualification FAQs

Since the financial qualification criteria for residency increased in 2022, we’ve been receiving a lot of questions about how and what types of income or savings can qualify for residency in Mexico. In response, we have published a detailed FAQs article that describes how you can use your income or savings to qualify for residency here on the basis of ‘economic solvency.’

Planning, property, and settling-in

Our section about Mexico Lifestyle Planning gathers together knowledge, local insights, and practical guidance to help you research options, consider choices and begin to make decisions about your lifestyle in Mexico.

When you need to find a place to live, our Mexico Home Finders section connects you to our local realty associates and helps you to discover remarkable property for sale here.

Our Mexico Home Life section helps you to settle-in here and shares ideas and insights to help you cultivate and enjoy your new lifestyle and living spaces.

Leisure time

Whether you plan to visit Mexico as a tourist or are living here and want to make the most of your leisure time by discovering more of Mexico, our section about discovering travel and leisure opportunities in Mexico shares ideas, insights and connections to help make the most of your leisure time here.  Our travel associates will be pleased to create custom tour for you.

Download free eBooks about Mexico

Our Mexico eBooks Library offers a comprehensive selection of eBooks about Lifestyle and Living in Mexico, and every title is a free download.  Our recently published title Living & Retirement in Mexico —that offers the most complete encapsulated guide you’ll find anywhere on the subject— is one of the most popular downloads and an indispensable resource for anyone considering a move to Mexico, or who is already here and needs help settling-in.

Bringing your pets, car, and belongings to Mexico

If youre planning a visit or a move and intend to bring your pets, car or personal goods, we have articles that can help you plan ahead:

• Bring your pets to Mexico gives you an overview and our pet  guide offers detailed information
• Read important information about bringing your foreign-plated car to Mexico,  as well as these detailed FAQs about car import permits. Don’t forget auto insurance that will be valid in Mexico.
• If you’re moving to Mexico to live and want to bring your personal goods, read about the Menaje de Casa procedure.

Mexico lifestyle & leisure updates

Browse monthly highlights and updates about living and lifestyle which help you to explore and realize your lifestyle plans, and discover leisure opportunities in Mexico.

Driving in Mexico this spring

• Mexperience offers a wide range of articles and resources that will help you to plan your road trip in Mexico.  If you plan to drive in, or through Mexico City and environs, read this.
• Accidents happen, and this article describes how to deal with minor and major road accidents in Mexico.
• Our article about bringing your foreign-plated car to Mexico covers key points you need to know, and our article on Temporary Import Permits (TIPs) shares valuable information about ensuring your vehicle remains legal here.
• Don’t forget to insure your vehicle before you cross the border as your US or Canadian policy won’t cover you for third party liabilities.

Immigration updates

• Minimum Wage vs UMA: Mexican consulates abroad are not applying UMA for ‘economic solvency’ criteria in 2022, although immigration offices in Mexico do apply UMA.
• We keep our article about financial qualification for residency regularly updated and we published detailed FAQs about how to use your income or savings to apply for residency here.
• This article about routes to obtaining residency in Mexico describes the principal ways you can apply for residency here.
• Our free Mexico Immigration Guide encapsulates everything you need to know about visas and residency permits for Mexico.

Lifestyle planning

• When you’re considering Mexico as a place for retirement, our detailed eBook provides incisive and helpful insights that will help you to make informed decisions. Also, browse our latest articles about retirement in Mexico
• Our Mexico Lifestyle Planning section offers local knowledge, insights, inspiration, and ideas to help you consider choices and make your Mexico lifestyle plans
• Discover places to live in Mexico
• Browse our Mexico Home Life section for local knowledge, ideas, and inspiration to help you create and settle-in well to your home living spaces in Mexico

Living well in Mexico

• Springtime is on the way, and so is the driest stretch of the year.  Learn how to live well through the dry season in Mexico.
• A reminder that the clocks get moved forward this spring
• Do you really need to have a car when you’re living in Mexico? Our article describes key matters to consider about this.
• Foreign Native comments on street dogs and owners in Mexico, as well as retail options for book lovers.
• Health insurance: learn about the various choices and connect to helpful resources.
• Local flavor: Discover the simple, often family-run, diners that offer authentic Mexican flavors amidst an informal and friendly atmosphere.
• Treating yourself: learn about buying imported foods and homewares, as well the health benefits offered by a Temazcal ancient steam bath ritual.
• Our summary of insurance services in Mexico helps you to consider coverages that can support your lifestyle here and mitigate the costs caused by unforeseen mishaps.

Property matters

• Whether you rent out your home part-time or full-time, it’s important to ensure you know who is renting your property in Mexico.
• Learn how to keep your home in Mexico well maintained and secure with our free eBook: House Maintenance and Security
• Our Mexico Home Finders section connects you to realty professionals and remarkable homes for sale
• Download our comprehensive free eBooks about Real Estate in Mexico and working with Realty Agents in Mexico.
• Insure your Mexican home against natural disasters, burglary and vandalism, accidents and mishaps, and third-party liabilities.

Your leisure time

• Summer is peak season in the Copper Canyon, as the rains come and drench the landscape with moisture, the flora’s colors and fragrances burst out, the rivers swell, and the the canyons show-off their prime moments of the year. Our associate can help you to visit the Copper Canyon on a custom tour.

Spanish language study

• Our insightful PinPoint Spanish series helps you to get acquainted with the nuances of Mexican Spanish in everyday situations.

Mexico Assistance Services

Connect to helpful Mexico Assistance Services that enable you to realize your Mexico plans.

IMMIGRATION ASSISTANCE

• When you need help applying for residency, or help renewing your existing residency permit (or working through a ‘regularization’ procedure after a mishap), consider using our Mexico Immigration Assistance Service, that offers detailed consultancy, personalized advice, and practical help through the process.

INSURANCE COVERAGES

• Learn about the range of Mexico-related insurance services that exist to mitigate the effect and expense of unforeseen events and mishaps when you’re here including auto, home, health and trip coverages.
• Our extensive guides and articles about insurance help you to make informed choices.

REAL ESTATE ASSISTANCE

• When you’re seeking to buy a home to buy in Mexico, our Home Finders section can help.
• Learn about insuring your home in Mexico.
• Find real estate assistance services.

LANGUAGE STUDY

• Improve your Spanish conversation capabilities with this online course tailored to current skill level and goals.
• For an immersive experience, attend a Spanish school in Mexico, where small classes and personalized attention will boost your learning.
• If you want to improve your Spanish specifically for living in Mexico, this language for lifestyle course can help.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

• Find established firms and professionals who offer services commonly sought by foreign residents living in Mexico.

LIFESTYLE ASSISTANCE

• Find services that help you to discover, plan, and arrange your living & lifestyle plans in Mexico.

LEISURE ASSISTANCE

• Find services that help you to discover, plan, and arrange leisure & travel experiences in Mexico.

MEXICO EBOOKS LIBRARY

• Our Mexico eBooks Library offers you a collection of carefully composed eBooks with helpful insights and local knowledge about Mexico—all titles are offered as free downloads.

More Mexperience

Explore Mexico beyond the cookie-cutter and find experiences to enjoy that reflect the true spirit of Mexico.

Discover Mexico through articles and features written by people who know Mexico intimately.

When you’re considering Mexico as a place to live or retire, the knowledge we share helps you to create a plan, and we’ll connect you with helpful assistance services and property choices.

When you want to discover Mexico on leisure a trip that’s defined by authenticity, we highlight choices to explore and we can help you to plan your trip.

Matthew Harrup is founder and editor of Mexperience

February highlights in Mexico

The Jacaranda trees begin to bloom across Mexico during mid-to-late February, dressing their branches with bursts of color and afterwards covering the gardens, streets, and lanes beneath them with a purple carpet of flowers.  This cycle signals a seasonal tipping point as air temperatures warm-up in late February and herald the start of spring, around mid-March.

Seasonal transitions

This is a remarkable time of year to be in Mexico. Notwithstanding the onset of the dry season and landscapes which are looking increasingly parched, temperatures along the coasts are pleasantly warm, mornings break bright in the mountain highlands, and the cool morning air feels fresh, crisp, and vibrant. Sunsets are spectacular this time of year, as the dry landscapes lend dust to rise high into the atmosphere that blends with setting sun rays to create compositions of extraordinary late evening light.

Residency qualification

For people seeking residency in Mexico, we have learned that Mexican consulates abroad are using the daily minimum wage level for 2022 and none appear to be applying the UMA measures.  This means that those seeking residency on the basis of ‘economic solvency‘ must now prove an income of at least c.US$2,500 a month, or a savings/investment account balance(s) totaling at least c.US$45,000.

Mexico eBook updates

We’ve updated several of our Mexico eBooks, including the guides to immigration and cost of living, and the guide to money and banking.  Other eBooks will be updated this winter, and we have a couple of new titles lined-up for the spring.  Our Mexico eBooks library offers you the most complete and comprehensive online collection of eBooks about lifestyle in Mexico—and every title is offered as a free download.

Long weekend

Mexico marks the enactment of its Constitution in February—one of the three national holidays that were moved to the closest Monday to create long weekend holidays.

Online seminars

When you’re thinking about moving to Mexico, an online seminar provides in-depth learning and assistance to guide you through the key stages of a move. As part of our intention to connect you with new and helpful services this year, we’ve teamed up with Focus on Mexico, who are running an online seminar, two days a week, between February 15 and March 31.

Third-party liability in your home

We’ve always recommended that you get adequate insurance for your road trip in Mexico, especially essential third-party liability coverage.  If you’re living in Mexico, consider third-party liability insurance at home to cover you for accidents and potential liability if you have a housekeeper or other workers attending your home: this article describes insurance for domestic help and other workers.

Last call for butterflies

Peak viewing season at the butterfly sanctuaries is here; the butterflies begin to depart in early March.  If you want to see them this winter, now is the time to arrange your visit.  Learn about the Monarch Butterflies in Mexico. Our travel associate can help you to visit one of the butterfly sanctuaries on a custom tour.

Talking Spanish in ’22

During the holidays, I heard several people remark that they intend to learn (or improve) their Spanish in the new year.  It’s a resolution best left unbroken; there are good reasons to learn Spanish if you’re living in Mexico (or intend to move here).  Our PinPoint Spanish series offers helpful insights about language usage in Mexico, and you can find courses online and in classrooms by browsing our language assistance services.

Winter-spring plans

We have a full program of updates and new resources planned for publication during this winter-spring season that will help you to discover and experience more of Mexico. Thank you for your valued patronage, and for recommending Mexperience to others. Keep reading below for more lifestyle and leisure updates that include highlights of recent articles and helpful insights from our archives.  Wishing you a very pleasant February.

Mexico lifestyle & leisure updates

Browse monthly highlights and updates about living and lifestyle which help you to explore and realize your lifestyle plans, and discover leisure opportunities in Mexico.

Retirement in Mexico

• When you’re considering Mexico as a place for retirement, our detailed eBook provides incisive and helpful insights that will help you to make informed decisions
• Browse our latest articles about retirement in Mexico

Immigration updates

• Mexican consulates abroad do not appear to be applying UMA for ‘economic solvency’ criteria in 2022, although immigration offices in Mexico do apply UMA.
• We’ve been keeping our article about financial qualification for residency regularly updated.
• This article about routes to obtaining residency in Mexico describes the principal ways you can apply for residency here.
• Our latest articles about residency in Mexico keep you apprised of current situations including financial criteria, fees, and more.
• Our free Mexico Immigration Guide encapsulates everything you need to know about visas and residency permits for Mexico.

Lifestyle planning

• There are lots of good, sensible reasons for moving to Mexico, but it takes consideration, research and a plan to make your move a success. Our article about lifestyle planning is a good launch pad.
• Our latest articles about lifestyle in Mexico and our free comprehensive eBook guide about relocating to Mexico take you deeper.
• For in-depth learning and assistance to guide you through the key stages of a move, sign-up for this online seminar that begins on February 15, 2022.

Living well in Mexico

• What keeps them in Mexico? People who arrived in Mexico to create a new lifestyle and who have settled well cite key reasons about why they came—and why they stay
• Separating the UDIs from the UMAs. Both are special units of measurement that you might have to refer to with when you live in Mexico.
• The journey to finding your place in Mexico: to settle well and be content in Mexico, you’ll need to seek compromise, be accepting, and learn how to craft your situations on Mexico’s terms.
• Health insurance options when you’re living in Mexico vary; learn about the various choices and connect to helpful resources.
• Fresh local produce: Supermarkets aren’t the only shop in town here: independent neighborhood vendors selling fresh locally-sourced produce remain a thriving part of the Mexican retail landscape.
• Chilly moments: cold spells that suddenly arrive across Mexico’s central highlands can be felt anytime from late autumn through to early spring.
• Discover an ancient steam-bath ritual that offers an invigorating physical experience combined with ceremonial elements that support the mind and spirit.
• Our summary of insurance services in Mexico helps you to consider coverages that can support your lifestyle here and mitigate the costs caused by unforeseen mishaps.

Driving in Mexico this winter

• Mexperience offers a wide range of articles and resources that will help you to plan your road trip in Mexico.
• Accidents happen, and this article describes how to deal with minor and major road accidents in Mexico.
• Our article about bringing your foreign-plated car to Mexico covers key points you need to know, and our article on Temporary Import Permits (TIPs) shares valuable information about ensuring your vehicle remains legal here.
• Don’t forget to insure your vehicle before you cross the border as your US or Canadian policy won’t cover you for third party liabilities.

Property matters

• As you ponder on your early-year intentions, you might add ‘Estate Planning’ to your list. By making adequate plans for the inevitable, your assets will be administered according to your wishes and your interests will be better served.
• Finding a rental home in the right location that’s also adequate for your needs requires planning and effort.
• Learn how to keep your home in Mexico well maintained and secure with our free eBook: House Maintenance and Security
• When you’re seeking to buy a home in Mexico, our Home Finders associates can help.
• Download our comprehensive free eBooks about Real Estate in Mexico and working with Realty Agents in Mexico.

Your leisure time

• February is the most popular month for visiting the Monarch butterfly sanctuaries: as the the air temperatures warm-up in the forested mountains, the butterflies are more active and dress the forest scenery with color and movement.  Learn about the Monarch Butterflies in Mexico. Our associate can help you to visit one of the butterfly sanctuaries on a custom tour.
• Summer is peak season in the Copper Canyon, as the rains come and drench the landscape with moisture, the flora’s colors and fragrances burst out, the rivers swell, and the the canyons show-off their prime moments of the year.

Spanish language study

• Breakfasts are famously hearty in Mexico, especially at weekend gatherings, whereas other meals depend more on people’s schedules and eating habits. Learn more about how describe  meals and meal times in Spanish
• Our insightful PinPoint Spanish series helps you to get acquainted with the nuances of Mexican Spanish in everyday situations.

Mexico Assistance Services

Connect to helpful Mexico Assistance Services that enable you to realize your Mexico plans.

IMMIGRATION ASSISTANCE

• When you need help applying for residency, or help renewing your existing residency permit (or working through a ‘regularization’ procedure after a mishap), consider using our Mexico Immigration Assistance Service, that offers detailed consultancy, personalized advice, and practical help through the process.

MEXICO EBOOKS LIBRARY

• Our Mexico eBooks Library offers you a collection of carefully composed eBooks with helpful insights and local knowledge about Mexico—all titles are offered as free downloads.

INSURANCE COVERAGES

• Learn about the range of Mexico-related insurance services that exist to mitigate the effect and expense of unforeseen events and mishaps when you’re here including auto, home, health and trip coverages.
• Our extensive guides and articles about insurance help you to make informed choices.

REAL ESTATE ASSISTANCE

• When you’re seeking to buy a home to buy in Mexico, our Home Finders section can help.
• Learn about insuring your home in Mexico.
• Find real estate assistance services.

LANGUAGE STUDY

• Improve your Spanish conversation capabilities with this online course tailored to current skill level and goals.
• For an immersive experience, attend a Spanish school in Mexico, where small classes and personalized attention will boost your learning.
• If you want to improve your Spanish specifically for living in Mexico, this language for lifestyle course can help.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

• Find established firms and professionals who offer services commonly sought by foreign residents living in Mexico.

LIFESTYLE ASSISTANCE

• Find services that help you to discover, plan, and arrange your living & lifestyle plans in Mexico.

LEISURE ASSISTANCE

• Find services that help you to discover, plan, and arrange leisure & travel experiences in Mexico.

More Mexperience

Explore Mexico beyond the cookie-cutter and find experiences to enjoy that reflect the true spirit of Mexico.

Discover Mexico through articles and features written by people who know Mexico intimately.

When you’re considering Mexico as a place to live or retire, the knowledge we share helps you to create a plan, and we’ll connect you with helpful lifestyle services and property choices.

When you want to discover Mexico on leisure a trip that’s defined by authenticity, we highlight choices to explore and we can help you to plan your trip.

Matthew Harrup is founder and editor of Mexperience

January highlights in Mexico

Winter has arrived in Mexico; temperatures in January can collapse dramatically after sundown in some highland towns and in the northern deserts, although daytime temperatures tend to be pleasantly warm on the mountain, and these are the most comfortable months along the coasts, with pleasantly warm temperatures. Regardless of where you are in Mexico, you’ll enjoy long daylight hours here through the winter months.

January is the month when the dry season makes itself apparent; we have articles to help you learn about this with tips for living well when rainwater is scarce.

New Year celebrations are followed by a gathering to eat Rosca de Reyes on January 6th —Epiphany— that also marks the end of the Guadalupe-Reyes festive period in Mexico.

We published a brand-new eBook this month: the guide to Living & Retirement in Mexico. This free eBook is the most comprehensive and detailed guide you’ll find about exploring and planning a new life in Mexico and helps you weave together the components for a fruitful lifestyle here.

We’ll be updating all our Mexico eBooks to 2022 editions during January, in particular, the Mexico Immigration Guide and the Mexico Cost of Living Guide with the latest data for each one.  All our Mexico eBooks are available as free downloads.

Mexico raised its Minimum Wage by 23% for 2022, and this might have an impact on people seeking to qualify economically for residency in Mexico.  Mexican consulates abroad are still using Minimum Wage as their basis for calculations; they might switch to UMA in 2022; we’ll monitor this and keep you apprised.

January and February are ‘peak viewing season’ for the the Monarch Butterflies in the mountains west of Mexico City.  They’ll begin to leave the oyamel forests where they’ve been overwintering around the beginning of March.

We’ve created a new section on Mexperience that helps you to discover Professional Assistance Services in Mexico—it includes firms that can help with matters like real estate closings, legal services, and specialized consultancy work.

We hope you have enjoyed the festive season and wish you a very happy and abundant New Year in 2022!

Mexico lifestyle & leisure

Our guides and articles to living and lifestyle help you to explore and realize your lifestyle plans and we also help you to discover leisure opportunities in Mexico.

Living well in winter

• Winter offers agreeable climates across Mexico, especially along the coasts, and even in the mountain highlands, with occasional winter chill waves that come and go swiftly.
• January begins to reveal the effects of the dry season; we have tips for living well here when the rains are scarce.
• Regardless of the season, you’ll enjoy long daytime hours and extraordinary light in Mexico.

Living & Retirement free eBook

• A brand-new title has been added to our eBooks Library: Living & Retirement in Mexico.  Download your free copy: it’s the most comprehensive guide to help you plan and realize your lifestyle aspirations in Mexico.

Immigration updates

• We’ll be methodically updating all our immigration-related articles during January, as new official data and fee schedules become available.
• This article about routes to obtaining residency in Mexico describes the principal ways you can apply for residency here.
• Our latest articles about residency in Mexico keep you apprised of current situations including financial criteria, fees, routes to residency, procedures, and FAQs
• Our free Mexico Immigration Guide encapsulates everything you need to know about visas and residency permits for Mexico. It will be republished with updates for 2022 around mid-January.

Driving in Mexico this winter

• Mexperience offers a wide range of articles and resources that will help you to plan your road trip in Mexico.
• Accidents happen, and this article describes how to deal with minor and major road accidents in Mexico.
• Our article about bringing your foreign-plated car to Mexico covers key points you need to know, and our article on Temporary Import Permits (TIPs) shares valuable information about ensuring your vehicle remains legal here.
• Don’t forget to insure your vehicle before you cross the border as your US or Canadian policy won’t cover you for third party liabilities.

Living your Mexico lifestyle

• When you’re short-listing potential locations to live in, our section about places to live in Mexico offers you local knowledge that helps you to discover potential locations, as well as local insights that can help you make informed choices.
• Chocolate’s odyssey: Mexico is the birthplace of cacao —chocolate was unknown to Europeans before Columbus— and the esteemed bean is an integral part of Mexico’s history
• A few readers wrote to us last month asking about importing goods and pets.  Our articles about the Menaje de Casa and importing pets and other animals share helpful details.
• Mexico A-Z: This feature curates hundreds of insights about lifestyle, leisure and culture in Mexico and is fully crossed-referenced with Mexperience.com and other websites.
• Our summary of insurance services in Mexico helps you to consider coverages that can support your lifestyle here and mitigate the costs caused by unforeseen mishaps.

Property matters

• Hurricane season is over but Mexico is prone to earthquakes anytime.  Our article about preparing your home describes how to mitigate earthquake risks, and how home insurance can cover the costs of earthquake damage.
• The Orbe Land Network consultancy connects people seeking a specialized Mexican realty investment with opportunities seldom offered through traditional channels
• When you’re seeking to buy a home in Mexico, our Home Finders associates can help.
• Download our comprehensive free eBooks about Real Estate in Mexico and working with Realty Agents in Mexico.

Your leisure time

• The Monarch Butterflies begin to arrive in Mexico this month.  Peak viewing season is mid January to late February, and the butterflies begin to depart in early March.  Learn about the Monarch Butterflies in Mexico. Our associate can help you to visit one of the butterfly sanctuaries on a custom tour.
• Some news media stories last month told their readers that people over 60 years of age were not being admitted to the butterfly sanctuaries, but this is not true.  All ages are welcome.

Spanish language study

• Spanish has two different words that can be translated as “for” and which occasionally cause some confusion for people learning the language.
• Our insightful PinPoint Spanish series helps you to get acquainted with the nuances of Mexican Spanish in everyday situations.

Mexico Assistance Services

Connect to helpful Mexico Assistance Services that enable you to realize your Mexico plans.

IMMIGRATION ASSISTANCE

• When you need help applying for residency, or help renewing your existing residency permit (or working through a ‘regularization’ procedure after a mishap), consider using our Mexico Immigration Assistance Service, that offers detailed consultancy, personalized advice, and practical help through the process.

MEXICO EBOOKS LIBRARY

• Our Mexico eBooks Library offers you a collection of carefully composed eBooks with helpful insights and local knowledge about Mexico—all titles are offered as free downloads.

INSURANCE COVERAGES

• Learn about the range of Mexico-related insurance services that exist to mitigate the effect and expense of unforeseen events and mishaps when you’re here including auto, home, health and trip coverages.
• Our extensive guides and articles about insurance help you to make informed choices.

REAL ESTATE ASSISTANCE

• When you’re seeking to buy a home to buy in Mexico, our Home Finders associates can help.
• Mexico Home Life highlights remarkable residential properties for sale in Mexico.
• Learn about insuring your home in Mexico.
• Help with closings on your Mexican property.

LANGUAGE STUDY

• Improve your Spanish conversation capabilities with this online course tailored to current skill level and goals.
• For an immersive experience, attend a Spanish school in Mexico, where small classes and personalized attention will boost your learning.
• If you want to improve your Spanish specifically for living in Mexico, this language for lifestyle course can help.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

• Find established firms and professionals who offer services foreign residents living in Mexico commonly seek.

LIFESTYLE ASSISTANCE

• Find services that help you to discover, plan, and arrange your living & lifestyle plans in Mexico.

LEISURE ASSISTANCE

• Find services that help you to discover, plan, and arrange leisure & travel experiences in Mexico.

More Mexperience

Explore Mexico beyond the cookie-cutter and find experiences to enjoy that reflect the true spirit of Mexico.

Discover Mexico through articles and features written by people who know Mexico intimately.

When you’re considering Mexico as a place to live or retire, the knowledge we share helps you to create a plan, and we’ll connect you with helpful lifestyle services and property choices.

When you want to discover Mexico on leisure a trip that’s defined by authenticity, we highlight choices to explore and we can help you to plan your trip.

Matthew Harrup is founder and editor of Mexperience

December highlights in Mexico

As the final storms of the rainy season peter out, gardeners across Mexico are recommencing their weekly watering routines to keep plants from drying out in the gardens, and on patios and terraces as we enter the dry season.

The fall clock changes have created an exchange from ‘lighter evenings’ to ‘lighter mornings’ although as this article about Mexico’s long daylight hours describes, you’ll enjoy plenty of daylight through the winter and the quality of the light here is extraordinary.  Fall will yield to winter on December 21st.

Christmas preparations are underway. The festivity period known in Mexico as Guadalupe-Reyes will begin on December 12th, Día de Guadalupe, and end on January 6th, Dia de Los Reyes Magos.  This month’s newsletter helps you to learn about preparing for and enjoying Christmas and New Year in Mexico.

Two significant recent developments from Mexico’s immigration institute include a change to the pattern of time granted to visitors arriving in Mexico using a FMM (visitor permit), and the extension of a special program that allows some people with expired FMMs to apply to exchange these for temporary residency.  Further details are shared in the articles and in the updates below.

The Monarch Butterflies are arriving to overwinter in the mountains west of Mexico City, and now’s the time to make plans: learn about the butterflies and contact our travel associate if you’d like to arrange an excursion to one of the sanctuaries.

As the year draws to a close, we’re making preparations to publish the 2022 editions of our Mexico eBooks —all available free— and we’re also at work composing additional titles for the new year.

If you’re driving your foreign-plated car to Mexico this winter, remember to cancel your vehicle’s import permit (TIP) when you leave, and ensure that your vehicle is adequately covered by auto insurance that’s valid in Mexico.

We wish you a very cheerful Christmas holiday season and a New Year filled with joy and abundance.

Mexico lifestyle & leisure

Our guides and articles to living and lifestyle help you to explore and realize your lifestyle plans and we also help you to discover leisure opportunities in Mexico.

Christmas in Mexico

• Learn about preparing for Christmas and New Year in Mexico
• Dia de Guadalupe heralds the start of the end-of-year festivities in Mexico.
• Enjoying Mexican party foods at Christmastime
• Posadas Navideñas are an integral and essential part of Christmas traditions in Mexico.
• Colorful piñatas are an essential component of every Christmas party in Mexico.
• Discover the Mexican Christmas experience and festivities
• How the New Year is traditionally welcomed in Mexico.
• Kings’ Day gifts, delicious loaf, and the baby doll that determines who hosts the tamales party in February.
• Learn all about Christmas in Mexico on our feature section.

Immigration updates

Planning note: Immigration offices in Mexico will be closed starting December 18th and will reopen on Monday, January 3rd.  Mexican consulates abroad will be closed December 24th, (25th), and 31st; and reopen on Monday January 3rd.

• The way visitors are admitted to Mexico is changing in regard to the amount of time granted to stay under auspice of a visitor permit (FMM)
• A special procedure exists that allows people in some circumstances with expired FMMs to apply for temporary residency
• This article about routes to obtaining residency in Mexico describes the principal ways you can apply for residency here
• Our latest articles about residency in Mexico keep you apprised of current situations including financial criteria, fees, routes to residency, procedures, and FAQs
• Our free Mexico Immigration Guide encapsulates everything you need to know about visas and residency permits for Mexico.

Locations to live in Mexico

• When you’re short-listing potential locations to live in, our section about places to live in Mexico offers you local knowledge that helps you to discover potential locations, as well as local insights that can help you make informed choices.
• Our Places to Live locations guides offer you insights and practical information about specific locations.
• When you’re seeking to buy a home in Mexico, our Home Finders associates can help.

Living well in Mexico

• When you’re short-listing potential locations to live in, our section about places to live in Mexico offers you local knowledge that helps you to discover potential locations, as well as local insights that can help you make informed choices.
• Mexico offers plenty of year-round daylight—regardless of the clock changes in the spring and fall—and the light here is also outstanding.
• Fall yields to winter in Mexico on December 21.  Our article about winter climates describes what to expect and where to find extra warmth this time of year.
• If you live in Mexico, don’t forget to pay the aguinaldos —the annual Christmas bonus— to anyone who helps you at home, e.g. maids, gardeners, regular delivery people, among others.
• Mexican cell phone plans offer unlimited calling and generous data allowances across Mexico, the US, and Canada—it’s never been more affordable to keep in touch.
• Hot coasts, cool colonial cities: practical advice about short-listing locations in Mexico that offer a climate you’ll feel comfortable living in through the seasons.
• Whether your tap water is drink-able in Mexico depends on several factors; most people use filtered or bottled water, some are confident drinking tap water.
• Our summary of insurance services in Mexico helps you to consider coverages that can support your lifestyle here and mitigate the costs caused by unforeseen mishaps.

Property matters

• Often overlooked, third party liabilities related to your Mexican property can be mitigated with adequate insurance cover.
• When you’re seeking to buy a home in Mexico, our Home Finders associates can help.
• Download our comprehensive free eBooks to Real Estate in Mexico and working with Realty Agents in Mexico.

Your leisure time

• The Monarch Butterflies begin to arrive in Mexico this month.  Peak viewing season is mid January to late February, and the butterflies begin to depart in early March.  Learn about the Monarch Butterflies in Mexico. Our associate can help you to visit one of the butterfly sanctuaries on a custom tour.
• Wherever you stay in Acapulco, some exploration around the old part of this port city is worthwhile, and reveals why it was so popular in its heyday.
• Christmas and New Year is one of the most important holiday periods in Mexico.
• December 25 and January 1 are public holidays in Mexico. December 12, Día de Guadalupe, is an important festivity day, but not a public holiday.

Driving in Mexico this winter

• Mexperience offers a wide range of articles and resources that will help you to plan your road trip in Mexico.
• Our article about bringing your foreign-plated car to Mexico covers key points you need to know, and our article on Temporary Import Permits (TIPs) shares valuable information about ensuring your vehicle remains legal here.
• Don’t forget to insure your vehicle before you cross the border as your US or Canadian policy won’t cover you for third party liabilities.

Spanish language study

• Spanish has three different words for “but,” and learning how to apply each one in different situations gives you additional flexibility in your conversations.
• Our insightful PinPoint Spanish series helps you to get acquainted with the nuances of Mexican Spanish in everyday situations.

Mexico Assistance Services

Connect to helpful Mexico Assistance Services that enable you to realize your Mexico plans.

IMMIGRATION ASSISTANCE

• When you need help applying for residency, or help renewing your existing residency permit (or working through a ‘regularization’ procedure after a mishap), consider using our Mexico Immigration Assistance Service, that offers detailed consultancy, personalized advice, and practical help through the process.

MEXICO EBOOKS LIBRARY

• Our Mexico eBooks Library offers you a collection of carefully composed eBooks with helpful insights and local knowledge about Mexico—all titles are offered as free downloads.

INSURANCE COVERAGES

• Learn about the range of Mexico-related insurance services that exist to mitigate the effect and expense of unforeseen events and mishaps when you’re here including auto, home, health and trip coverages.
• Our extensive guides and articles about insurance help you to make informed choices.

REAL ESTATE ASSISTANCE

• When you’re seeking to buy a home to buy in Mexico, our Home Finders associates can help.
• Mexico Home Life highlights remarkable residential properties for sale in Mexico.
• Learn about insuring your home in Mexico.
• Help with closings on your Mexican property.

LANGUAGE STUDY

• Improve your Spanish conversation capabilities with this online course tailored to current skill level and goals.
• For an immersive experience, attend a Spanish school in Mexico, where small classes and personalized attention will boost your learning.
• If you want to improve your Spanish specifically for living in Mexico, this language for lifestyle course can help.

LIFESTYLE ASSISTANCE

• Find services that help you to discover, plan, and arrange your living & lifestyle plans in Mexico.

LEISURE ASSISTANCE

• Find services that help you to discover, plan, and arrange leisure & travel experiences in Mexico.

More Mexperience

Explore Mexico beyond the cookie-cutter and find experiences to enjoy that reflect the true spirit of Mexico.

Discover Mexico through articles and features written by people who know Mexico intimately.

When you’re considering Mexico as a place to live or retire, the knowledge we share helps you to create a plan, and we’ll connect you with helpful lifestyle services and property choices.

When you want to discover Mexico on leisure a trip that’s defined by authenticity, we highlight choices to explore and we can help you to plan your trip.

Matthew Harrup is founder and editor of Mexperience

November highlights in Mexico

Autumn is taking hold in Mexico; the last of the seasonal rains are falling, the clocks get turned back by one hour, and people locally are making preparations for their Day of the Dead ofrendas. This month’s newsletter includes highlights to our collection of articles which help you to discover Day of the Dead traditions; November 2nd is a Public Holiday.

November heralds the return of the Monarch Butterflies that overwinter in the mountains west of Mexico City and if you’ve been intending to witness this natural phenomenon, now is the time to make plans and our articles and connections can help.  This month is also host to one of Mexico’s long ‘holiday weekends’—commemorating Día de la Revolución.

Our Mexico Assistance Services connect to service providers that can help you to realize your Mexico lifestyle and leisure plans, helping you to take the next steps and bridge the gap between your plans and aspirations and making those things happen.

If you’re someone who continually uses Mexico’s visitor permit to re-enter Mexico as a ‘perpetual visitor’ we’ve been hearing additional reports of travelers’ intentions being questioned at the border. If you plan to stay in Mexico longer term we recommend you apply for legal residency; this month’s newsletter has some helpful articles about that.

We’ve introduced a new section on the website this month, called Places to Live in Mexico, that gathers together guides to locations in Mexico as well as a collection of related lifestyle articles that share insight and local knowledge that’s helpful when you’re considering options and short-listing possible places to settle in.

Finally, a reminder that all the titles in our Mexico eBooks library are available for free download and offer you comprehensive knowledge about living and lifestyle in Mexico.

Thank you for your patronage, and thank you for sharing this newsletter with your friends, family, and colleagues.

Mexico lifestyle & leisure

Our guides and articles to living and lifestyle help you to explore and realize your lifestyle plans and we also help you to discover leisure opportunities in Mexico.

AUTUMN INSIGHTS

• Mexico’s clocks will be turned back by one hour: at the end of October in some regions, and beginning of November in others.  Learn about this year’s clock-time changes in Mexico.
• The clock change brings an end to ‘light evenings’ but as we explain in our autumn climates article, Mexico continues to enjoy plenty of daylight year-round—mornings light-up earlier.
• Mystical wind storms are often the harbinger of seasonal change, bringing and taking away the rains.  The dry season won’t be felt properly until late December when the ground moisture evaporates; our articles about the dry season help you to learn more about this important seasonal change.

DAY OF THE DEAD

• Day of the Dead —an ancient tradition that celebrates the continuity of life— is one of Mexico’s most important religious holidays.
• Poignant ofrendas, iconic marigold flowers, elegant Catrinas and food delights like Bread of the Dead and hot chocolate are integral parts of these traditions that take place between October 31st and November 2nd.
• Children across Mexico will be toting their calaveritas this weekend, too.
• Learn more about Mexico’s Day of the Dead traditions in our special feature section.

LIVING PLACES

• Our new section about Places to Live in Mexico offers you a wealth of local knowledge and information to help you discover potential locations to live in Mexico, as well as local insights that can help you make informed choices.

MEXICO ASSISTANCE SERVICES

• Our new ‘Assistance’ menu connects you to service providers that can help you to realize your Mexico lifestyle and leisure plans
• Learn more about Mexico Assistance Services that support you as you make your Mexico lifestyle, living and leisure plans

IMMIGRATION UPDATES

• Our free 2021 Mexico Immigration Guide encapsulates everything you need to know about visas and residency permits for Mexico.
• Learn about Mexico’s visitor permit, the FMM. We’ve been hearing that people continually trying to re-enter Mexico as visitors are having their intentions questioned at the border, and some are being turned away.
• Our article about temporary and permanent residency describes legal residency in Mexico, and our FAQs page is updated regularly.
• Our latest articles about visas and immigration keep you apprised of current situations including financial criteria for residency, fees, and procedures.

LIVING WELL IN MEXICO

• The dry season is on its way and presents a range of challenges when you’re living in Mexico.  Our article about living well through the dry season offers some insights and practical advice.
• November is the beginning of the ‘snowbirds’ season in Mexico—people who spend winters living here.  Our article about part-time living in Mexico shares helpful insights.
• Mexico’s café culture has evolved over the years, adapting to changing tastes and trends, and today offers an ample choice of places to meet for refreshment. Foreign Native shares some history and insights about this important social pastime.
• If you’re planning to drive in Mexico this season, our road trip check-list can help you to plan ahead, and drive confidently.

PROPERTY MATTERS

• Mexico has plenty of property for rent, although finding a rental home in the right location that’s also adequate for your needs requires planning and effort.  This detailed article about property rentals in Mexico shares valuable insights and practical tips.
• When you’re seeking to buy a home to buy in Mexico, our Home Finders associates can help.  We’ll be adding more locations in the coming weeks and months.
• When you’re buying or selling a property in Mexico, consider using our associate’s closing assistance service.
• Download our comprehensive free eBooks to Real Estate in Mexico and working with Realty Agents in Mexico.

LEISURE TIME

• The Monarch Butterflies begin to arrive in Mexico this month.  Peak viewing season is mid January to late February, and the butterflies begin to depart in early March.  Learn about the Monarch Butterflies in Mexico. Our associate can help you to visit one of the butterfly sanctuaries on a custom tour.
• Day of the Dead is one of Mexico’s most celebrated holidays; November 2nd is a public holiday in Mexico.
• Día de la Revolución is the second public holiday in November, and also part of Mexico’s long-weekend holidays.
• Discover extraordinary travel experiences, with inspiration, tips, and advice to plan and enjoy your leisure time in Mexico.

DRIVING IN MEXICO

• Driving to Mexico this fall? Mexperience offers a wide range of articles that will help you to plan your road trip in Mexico.
• Our article about bringing your foreign-plated car to Mexico covers key points you need to know, and our (updated) article on Temporary Import Permits (TIPs) shares valuable information about ensuring your vehicle remains legal here.
• Don’t forget to insure your vehicle before you cross the border as your US or Canadian policy won’t cover you for third party liabilities.
• Street Speak: Learn the most common vocabulary and terms in Spanish associated with road and street travel.

MEXICO ESSENTIALS

• Language is a primary instrument that gives you access to a foreign culture, and being able to converse in Spanish —even at a basic conversational level— will make every experience you encounter in Mexico richer, and more meaningful to you. It’s an essential skill to acquire or improve.
• An important reminder that when you apply for a residency visa to live in Mexico you must exchange the visa for a residency card within 30 days of your arrival in Mexico—otherwise the visa becomes void and you have to return abroad to reapply.
• If you plan to move to Mexico and ship your personal goods to your new home here, you ought to read this article about the Menaje de Casa — a formal, one-time, procedure that enables you to do this without paying import duties.
• Our summary of insurance services in Mexico helps you to consider coverages that can support your lifestyle here and mitigate the costs caused by unforeseen mishaps.

LANGUAGE STUDY

• Mastery of any language —including Spanish— requires a combination of spoken, reading and writing skills as well as knowledge of its grammar.
• Our insightful PinPoint Spanish series helps you to get acquainted with the nuances of Mexican Spanish in everyday situations.

Mexico Assistance Services

Connect to helpful Mexico Assistance Services that enable you to realize your Mexico plans.

MEXICO EBOOKS LIBRARY

• Our Mexico eBooks Library offers you a collection of carefully composed eBooks with helpful insights and local knowledge about Mexico—all titles are offered free of charge.

IMMIGRATION ASSISTANCE

• When you need help applying for residency, or help renewing your existing residency permit (or working through a ‘regularization’ procedure after a mishap), consider using our Mexico Immigration Assistance Service, that offers detailed consultancy, personalized advice, and practical help through the process.

INSURANCE COVERAGES

• Learn about the range of Mexico-related insurance services that exist to mitigate the effect and expense of unforeseen events and mishaps when you’re here including auto, home, health and trip coverages.
• Our extensive guides and articles about insurance help you to make informed choices.

REAL ESTATE ASSISTANCE

• When you’re seeking to buy a home to buy in Mexico, our Home Finders associates can help.  We’ll be adding more locations in the coming weeks and months.
• Mexico Home Life highlights remarkable residential properties for sale in Mexico.
• Learn about insuring your home in Mexico.

LANGUAGE STUDY

• Improve your Spanish conversation capabilities with this online course tailored to current skill level and goals.
• For an immersive experience, attend a Spanish school in Mexico, where small classes and personalized attention will boost your learning.
• If you want to improve your Spanish specifically for living in Mexico, this language for lifestyle course can help.

LIFESTYLE ASSISTANCE

• Find services that help you to discover, plan, and arrange your living & lifestyle plans in Mexico.

LEISURE ASSISTANCE

• Find services that help you to discover, plan, and arrange leisure & travel experiences in Mexico.

More Mexperience

Explore Mexico beyond the cookie-cutter and find experiences to enjoy that reflect the true spirit of Mexico.

Discover Mexico through articles and features written by people who know Mexico intimately.

When you’re considering Mexico as a place to live or retire, the knowledge we share helps you to create a plan, and we’ll connect you with helpful lifestyle services and property choices.

When you want to discover Mexico on leisure a trip that’s defined by authenticity, we highlight choices to explore and we can help you to plan your trip.

Matthew Harrup is founder and editor of Mexperience

US land border to open to vaccinated visitors only

The new rules require visitors (people who do not hold a US passport or Green Card) who wish to enter the United States by land from Mexico to present evidence showing that they are ‘fully vaccinated’ with an approved Covid vaccine brand.

US citizens and US permanent residents (“Green Card” holders) are not required to show proof of Covid vaccination when using the land border crossing into US.

The new policies were announced by the US Department of Homeland Security on October 12, and Mexico’s foreign secretary gave a press conference about them on October 13.

Visitors from Mexico to the US traveling on rail and sea ferries will also need to demonstrate proof of vaccination to enter the US.

Two-stage opening plan: November 2021

According to the rules outlined by the DHS, from November 2021 visitors to the US wanting to enter for ‘non essential’ reasons —that include visiting friends and family, tourism, and shopping— will need to demonstrate proof of being ‘fully vaccinated’ at the border.

January 2022: all visitors to USA must be fully vaccinated

As of January 2022, all visitors wishing to enter the United States, regardless of whether they are traveling for ‘essential’ reasons or not, will need to demonstrate proof of being ‘fully vaccinated’ at the border.

Traveling to Mexico from the United States

Mexico has not imposed any legal restrictions on passengers or vehicles entering Mexico by land from the United States.

You do not need to show proof of a Covid vaccination to enter Mexico.

We are hearing that American citizens are driving and walking into Mexico without hindrance.

Mexico tourist/visitor permits (FMMs) and temporary import permits (TIPs) for vehicles are being issued as normal.

If you have a legal residency card for Mexico, —or residency visa sticker to exchange for a Residente Temporal or Residente Permanente card— you can cross the border by land to Mexico using that permit or visa.

See this article on expiring residency permits if your existing Mexican residency permit is near or past its expiry date.

Flights between the USA and Mexico

The land border restrictions did not affect flights, but policies are now being aligned to make it necessary for all visitors to the United States to be vaccinated to whether they arrive by air, land, ferry, or rail.

Flights to the US from Mexico

The USA has announced separate policies for visitors to the United States entering by air that also require visitors to the US to be fully vaccinated to enter the country.

Flights to Mexico from the US

Mexico does not require air passengers flying to the country to be vaccinated; however, visitors flying from or through Mexico to the US will be required to show proof of vaccination.

Check before you fly

We strongly recommend that you check current rules, restrictions and requirements with the airline you intend to travel with before you fly.

If you have a foreign-plated vehicle in Mexico

If you are driving into Mexico (or currently in Mexico) with a foreign-plated vehicle with a TIP (Temporary Import Permit) we understand that Banjercito —the Agency that administers the permits— is not giving any extensions to TIP expiry dates due to Covid.

If you fail to drive your vehicle out of Mexico before the TIP expires, the vehicle will become illegal in Mexico (this affects the validity of you your auto insurance) and you will lose your deposit.  A TIP’s validity is usually tied to a Visitor Permit (FMM) or a Residente Temporal permit.

October highlights in Mexico

Autumn arrives in Mexico during September, and although the seasonal rains continue bringing color and fragrance to the flora, we are experiencing the last weeks of the rainy season before commencing the ‘long dry’ season ahead.

A significant earthquake shook southern-central regions in September providing a salient reminder that Mexico is susceptible to seismic activity; this month we feature an article about preparing your home for earthquakes.

If you’re thinking about a move to Mexico (or relocating within Mexico), this month’s feature on discovering the towns of Lake Chapala is worth reading; and our new associate can help you to move and find a home there.

Mexico’s central bank put a colorful $20-peso note into circulation in September, along with three new $20-peso spending coins; as well as three $10-peso collectors’ coins—the collectors’ coins are minted in Troy ounces of pure silver.

As the season turns from summer to fall, the clocks will turn back one-hour at the end of October (or early November in some places); and preparations are being made for Day of the Dead festivities; with cooler nights in the highlands, we can look forward to enjoying frothy hot chocolate laced with cinnamon and delicious Pan de Muerto.  November also heralds the return of the Monarch Butterflies that overwinter in the mountains west of Mexico City.  This month’s newsletter shares articles and local knowledge to help you prepare for autumn.

Thank you for your patronage, and thank you for sharing this newsletter with your friends, family, and colleagues.  Wishing you a very enjoyable start to the autumn season in Mexico!

Mexico lifestyle & leisure

Our guides and articles to living and lifestyle help you to explore and realize your  lifestyle plans and we also help you to discover leisure opportunities in Mexico.

AUTUMN IN MEXICO

• Autumn in Mexico begins during September; learn more about what to expect from the transition from summer to fall in Mexico
• Day of the Dead is among Mexico’s most celebrated holidays and people are beginning to plan ahead for the festivities.  Don’t miss the Pan de Muerto that becomes available this time of year.
• Mexico’s clocks will be turned back by one hour soon; at the end of October in some regions, and beginning of November in others.  Learn about this year’s clock-time changes in Mexico.

LIVING PLACES

• Discover the towns on the northern shoreline of Lake Chapala which, since the 1940s, have been a magnet for foreign residents in Mexico.
• Our guide to living in the Lake Chapala area shares more details and our new associate in Lake Chapala can help you move and find a home there.

IMMIGRATION UPDATES

• Our free 2021 Mexico Immigration Guide encapsulates everything you need to know about visas and residency permits for Mexico.
• Our latest articles about visas and immigration keep you apprised of current situations including financial criteria for residency, fees, and procedures.

LIVING WELL IN MEXICO

• September’s earthquake didn’t cause too much damage but did provide a reminder of the need for preparedness.  Learn about earthquakes in Mexico and specifically how to review and prepare your home to mitigate the effects of seismic activity.
• Mountain living offers a range of attractions. Towns and cities in Mexico’s central highlands offer character and culture—and the benefits of mountain living: we help you to discover these places.
• Swimming pools: There is nothing quite like having a swimming pool in your back garden to deliver immediate refreshment, fun for children, and healthy exercise
• Some great places to visit and live in Mexico are situated at higher elevation than most people are accustomed to; this article shares practical advice

PROPERTY MATTERS

• What’s propelling the value of Mexican residential property? We’ve updated this article to reflect current market conditions.
• Discover remarkable residential properties for sale in Mexico by browsing our Mexico Home Life section including a country home for sale in Tepoztlán, and an ocean-view lot in Manzanillo.
• Download our comprehensive free eBooks to Real Estate in Mexico and working with Realty Agents in Mexico.

LEISURE TIME

• The Monarch Butterflies begin to arrive in Mexico from November.  Peak viewing season is mid January to late February, and the butterflies begin to leave in early March.  Learn about the Monarch Butterflies in Mexico.
• Day of the Dead is one of Mexico’s most celebrated holidays.
• Discover extraordinary travel experiences, with inspiration, tips, and advice to plan and enjoy your leisure time in Mexico.

DRIVING IN MEXICO

• Driving to Mexico this fall? Mexperience offers a wide range of articles that will help you to plan your road trip in Mexico.
• Our article about bringing your foreign-plated car to Mexico covers key points you need to know, and our (updated) article on Temporary Import Permits (TIPs) shares valuable information about ensuring your vehicle remains legal here.
• Don’t forget to insure your vehicle before you cross the border as your US or Canadian policy won’t cover you for third party liabilities.

MEXICO ESSENTIALS

• Mexico’s central bank introduced a colorful new $20-peso bill in late September, along with 3 new $20-peso coins for spenders and three silver coins for collectors with a face value of $10 pesos.  Foreign Native penned some commentary on the new currency.
• Our summary of insurance services in Mexico helps you to consider coverages that can support your lifestyle here and mitigate the costs caused by unforeseen mishaps.
• Stay in touch: a reminder that you can get an internet modem for home use that uses wireless network for service, and that Mexico offers excellent cell phone plans that enable you to roam affordably across all of North America.
• Your country’s consulate can provide certain types of assistance while you’re in Mexico, but the support they can offer does have limitations.  Learn about typical consular support services offered by foreign embassies in Mexico.

LANGUAGE STUDY

• How do you express the word ‘earthquake’ in Mexican Spanish? Well, it depends…
• Our insightful PinPoint Spanish series helps you to get acquainted with the nuances of Mexican Spanish in everyday situations.

Assistance

Connect to helpful services that enable you to realize your Mexico plans.

MEXICO EBOOKS LIBRARY

• Our Mexico eBooks Library offers you a collection of carefully composed eBooks with helpful insights and local knowledge about Mexico—all titles are offered free of charge.

IMMIGRATION ASSISTANCE

• When you need help applying for residency, or help renewing your existing residency permit (or working through a ‘regularization’ procedure after a mishap), consider using our Mexico Immigration Assistance Service, that offers detailed consultancy, personalized advice, and practical help through the process.

INSURANCE COVERAGES

• Learn about the range of Mexico-related insurance services that exist to mitigate the effect and expense of unforeseen events and mishaps when you’re here including auto, home, health and trip coverages.
• Our extensive guides and articles about insurance help you to make informed choices.

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

• Mexico Home Life highlights remarkable residential properties for sale in Mexico.
• Learn about insuring your home in Mexico.
• Meet our realty partners in Mexico: this summer, we’ve begun working with realty agents who can help you find a home.

LANGUAGE STUDY

• Improve your Spanish conversation capabilities with this online course tailored to current skill level and goals.
• For an immersive experience, attend a Spanish school in Mexico, where small classes and personalized attention will boost your learning.
• If you want to improve your Spanish specifically for living in Mexico, this language for lifestyle course can help.

LEISURE SERVICES

• Find services that help you to discover, plan, and arrange leisure & travel experiences in Mexico.

More Mexperience

Explore Mexico beyond the cookie-cutter and find experiences to enjoy that reflect the true spirit of Mexico.

Discover Mexico through articles and features written by people who know Mexico intimately.

When you’re considering Mexico as a place to live or retire, the knowledge we share helps you to create a plan, and we’ll connect you with helpful lifestyle services and property choices.

When you want to discover Mexico on leisure a trip that’s defined by authenticity, we highlight choices to explore and we can help you to plan your trip.

Matthew Harrup is founder and editor of Mexperience

September highlights in Mexico

As summertime begins to wane, school children and students return to classes, and Mexico enters September: a month that marks the country’s founding as an independent nation and also a transitional month as the seasonal change is felt to turn by month’s end—temperatures begin to cool along the coasts and autumn can be sensed arriving in the air across the country’s mountain highlands.

Choosing a place to live is a key decision point when you’re thinking about moving to Mexico, and our Living Places section featured in this edition can help you to discover new places and explore options.

If you’re thinking about retirement, our guide and latest articles on retirement can help you to consider key matters related to retirement lifestyles in Mexico.

Don’t forget to browse and download titles from our extensive Mexico eBooks Library —all titles are offered free of charge— and each one is packed full with insightful and helpful knowledge about living and lifestyle in Mexico.

This month’s newsletter is also filled with our usual assortment of features and practical tips and connections to help you discover places and opportunities, and to experience more of Mexico.

Thank you for your patronage, and thank you for sharing this newsletter with your friends, family, and colleagues.  Wishing you a very enjoyable September!

Mexico lifestyle & leisure

Our guides and articles to living and lifestyle help you to explore and realize your  lifestyle plans and we also help you to discover leisure opportunities in Mexico.

LIVING PLACES

• Our section on Mexico’s Living Places highlights key destinations to discover as you explore options for living in Mexico.
• We’ve recently updated our guides to living in Manzanillo and living in Lake Chapala and we’ll be updating and adding more guides to our Living Places section this fall.

IMMIGRATION UPDATES

• Our free 2021 Mexico Immigration Guide encapsulates everything you need to know about visas and residency permits for Mexico.
• Our latest articles about visas and immigration keep you apprised of current situations including financial criteria for residency, fees, and procedures.

LIVING WELL IN MEXICO

• If you’re seeking to take a pause and consider your options, this self-development workshop taking place during September in Sayulita, near Puerto Vallarta, may interest you.
• When you’re searching places to live in Mexico, it’s worth taking a step back to consider and define your lifestyle needs, and short list locations accordingly.
• Coffee culture: Mexico grows and produces a range of excellent coffees readily available for your refreshment at coffee shops, restaurants, and local supermarkets.
• Our summary of insurance services in Mexico helps you to consider coverages that can support your lifestyle here and mitigate the costs caused by unforeseen mishaps.
• Some people living in Mexico come to simplify their life situations, and are experiencing the attractions and benefits a simpler lifestyle can provide

PROPERTY MATTERS

• Download our comprehensive free eBooks to Real Estate in Mexico and working with Realty Agents in Mexico.
• Learn about the difference between titled property and property that offers possession but no legal title in Mexico.
• Discover remarkable residential properties on the market for sale in Mexico by browsing our Mexico Home Life section.

LEISURE TIME

• If experiencing the Monarch Butterflies overwintering in Mexico is still on your bucket list, this is a reminder that the butterflies begin to arrive in Mexico from November.  Peak viewing season is mid January to late February, and the butterflies begin to leave in early March.  Learn about the Monarch Butterflies in Mexico.
• Mexico celebrates its independence day in September, its month of flags and celebration.
• Discover extraordinary travel experiences, with inspiration, tips, and advice to plan and enjoy your leisure time in Mexico.

DRIVING IN MEXICO

• Driving to Mexico this fall? Mexperience offers a wide range of articles that will help you to plan your road trip in Mexico.
• Our article about bringing your foreign-plated car to Mexico covers key points you need to know, and our (updated) article on Temporary Import Permits (TIPs) shares valuable information about ensuring your vehicle remains legal here.
• Don’t forget to insure your vehicle before you cross the border as your US or Canadian policy won’t cover you for third party liabilities.

MEXICO ESSENTIALS

• When you move to Mexico and have a residency permit, you can bring many of your personal goods with you duty-free using a special import procedure known as the Menaje de Casa.
• There are some special procedures when you want to bring your pets to Mexico—for a visit, for an extended stay, or long term
• Americans contemplating a move to Mexico often ask whether Medicare is valid here. The simple answer is no, but there are some caveats, and alternatives.
• Keeping in touch: Mexico offers excellent cell phone plans with unlimited calls and generous data allowances on plans that can roam across North America for a modest monthly fee.

LANGUAGE STUDY

• One thing that makes Spanish quite an easy language to converse in for the beginner is that there are basically only five vowel sounds to learn
• Our insightful PinPoint Spanish series helps you to get acquainted with the nuances of Mexican Spanish in everyday situations.

Helpful Services

Connect to helpful services that enable you to realize your Mexico plans.

MEXICO EBOOKS LIBRARY

• Our Mexico eBooks Library offers you a collection of carefully composed eBooks with helpful insights and local knowledge about Mexico—all titles are offered free of charge.

IMMIGRATION ASSISTANCE

• When you need help applying for residency, or help renewing your existing residency permit (or working through a ‘regularization’ procedure after a mishap), consider using our Mexico Immigration Assistance Service, that offers detailed consultancy, personalized advice, and practical help through the process.

INSURANCE COVERAGES

• Learn about the range of Mexico-related insurance services that exist to mitigate the effect and expense of unforeseen events and mishaps when you’re here including auto, home, health and trip coverages.
• Our extensive guides and articles about insurance help you to make informed choices.

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

• Mexico Home Life highlights remarkable residential properties for sale in Mexico.
• Learn about insuring your home in Mexico.
• Meet our realty partners in Mexico: this summer, we’ve begun working with realty agents who can help you find a home.

LANGUAGE STUDY

• Improve your Spanish conversation capabilities with this online course tailored to current skill level and goals.
• For an immersive experience, attend a Spanish school in Mexico, where small classes and personalized attention will boost your learning.
• If you want to improve your Spanish specifically for living in Mexico, this language for lifestyle course can help.

LEISURE SERVICES

• Find services that help you to discover, plan, and arrange leisure & travel experiences in Mexico.

More Mexperience

Explore Mexico beyond the cookie-cutter and find experiences to enjoy that reflect the true spirit of Mexico.

Discover Mexico through articles and features written by people who know Mexico intimately.

When you’re considering Mexico as a place to live or retire, the knowledge we share helps you to create a plan, and we’ll connect you with helpful lifestyle services and property choices.

When you want to discover Mexico on leisure a trip that’s defined by authenticity, we highlight choices to explore and we can help you to plan your trip.

Matthew Harrup is founder and editor of Mexperience

August highlights in Mexico

August heralds the peak of the summer season in Mexico: the refreshing rain season is in full swing, school children are on holiday, and while Mexico doesn’t come to a standstill as many European countries do during the month of August, the rhythm certainly feels more gentle as people ease themselves into a summer mood.

We’ve updated our guides and information about Manzanillo—a largely undiscovered gem on Mexico’s Pacific coast: if you’re looking for a beach town to live in that’s very affordable and authentically Mexican, read our feature about Manzanillo; our realty partner there will be pleased to assist with discovery visits.

Mexico’s beach locations are entering their most hot and humid period of the year, whereas the colonial highlands remain temperate due to their high elevation.  This month’s newsletter includes some articles about climates in different places across Mexico’s diverse topography.

If you’re looking for travel inspiration, consider a train ride through the magnificent Copper Canyon; and there’s a reminder that the Monarch Butterflies are due back to overwinter in Mexico from November—peak butterfly viewing season is mid-January to late February.

This month’s newsletter is filled with our usual assortment of insights and practical tips and connections to help you discover places and opportunities, and to experience more of Mexico.  Find a comfortable space to settle and take time to enjoy reading through this month’s selection of articles and guides.  We wish you and yours a tranquil and very enjoyable high summer season.

Mexico lifestyle & leisure

Our guides and articles to living and lifestyle help you to explore and realize your  lifestyle plans and we also help you to discover leisure opportunities in Mexico.

DISCOVER MANZANILLO

• Manzanillo is an undiscovered enclave on the Pacific coast that offers affordable living amidst a quaint and authentic Mexican seaside town.
• Our guide to Living, working and retirement in Manzanillo shares key insights about this beachside location.
• Meet our realty partner in Manzanillo: Candy King helps you discover Manzanillo and find a home in this undiscovered gem on Mexico’s Pacific coast.

IMMIGRATION UPDATES

• Our free 2021 Mexico Immigration Guide encapsulates everything you need to know about visas and residency permits for Mexico.
• Learn about the difference between Temporary and Permanent residency permits and read this reminder about the need to exchange your residency visa sticker for a card when you arrive in Mexico.
• Our latest articles about visas and immigration keep you apprised of current situations including financial criteria for residency, fees, and procedures.

LIVING WELL IN MEXICO

• Summertime conjures up idyllic scenes of warm evenings spent on a country terrace with family and friends sharing stories and taking refreshment.  Our article about the charms and compromises of countryside living in Mexico helps you to balance the idylls and the practicalities of a (semi)rural lifestyle.
• If you’re seeking to take a pause and consider your options, this self-development workshop in Sayulita may interest you.
• Throughout the seasons, Mexico offers visitors and residents a colossal assortment of delicious locally-grown and harvested fresh produce.  It’s also very affordable.
• Local and often family-run convenience stores known colloquially as tienditas, continue to thrive across Mexico.

LIVING WITH THE LOCAL CLIMATE

• Mexico is a land of three lands characterized by diverse landscapes that create a range of different climate zones across the country
• Read about the difference between Mexico’s hot coasts and cool colonial cities
• Learn about the challenges and opportunities of living at elevation in Mexico
• Discover Mexico’s seasons throughout the year including its rainy season and dry season

PROPERTY MATTERS

• Download our comprehensive free guides to Real Estate in Mexico and working with Realty Agents in Mexico.
• Being prepared: reviewing the composition of your habitat and living spaces can mitigate the risk of damage and injury during an earthquake
• Protect your home: download our free Mexico eBook about home maintenance and security and read about property insurance coverages available in Mexico.
• Discover remarkable residential properties on the market for sale in Mexico by browsing our Mexico Home Life section.

LEISURE TIME

• The rains returned to the Copper Canyon in July, when the rivers swell and the flora bloom, making summer the most popular time of year for visitors to take a journey on the Copper Canyon train.
• Planning ahead: a gentle reminder that the Monarch Butterflies will be overwintering in Mexico from November.
• Discover extraordinary travel experiences, with inspiration, tips, and advice to plan and enjoy your leisure time in Mexico.

MEXICO ESSENTIALS

• Driving to Mexico this summer?  Learn about Temporary Import Permits, get tips for driving in Mexico, and don’t forget to arrange your Mexico auto insurance.
• Summer is the perfect time to enjoy a refreshing swim; this article describes how pools need a plan for proper care and to keep them in good working order.
• Can you drink the tap water in Mexico?  Well, it depends where you are, and who you talk to… most people continue to used filtered or bottled water.
• Summer brings out the mosquitoes and is also peak breeding season for the arachnids—learn about three spiders to be mindful of in Mexico
• Late summer can bring hurricanes to affected areas, and thunderstorms are the most common cause of electrical power cuts. Our articles share practical tips for dealing with these.

LANGUAGE STUDY

• Mexican Spanish is versatile when it comes to questions of time and punctuality through use of the diminutive term, “ahorita”
• Our insightful PinPoint Spanish series helps you to get acquainted with the nuances of Mexican Spanish in everyday situations.

Helpful Services

Connect to helpful services that enable you to realize your Mexico plans.

MEXICO EBOOKS LIBRARY

• Our Mexico eBooks Library offers you a collection of carefully composed eBooks with helpful insights and local knowledge about Mexico—download free eBooks today!

IMMIGRATION ASSISTANCE

• When you need help applying for residency, or help renewing your existing residency permit (or working through a ‘regularization’ procedure after a mishap), consider using our Mexico Immigration Assistance Service, that offers detailed consultancy, personalized advice, and practical help through the process.

INSURANCE COVERAGES

• Learn about the range of Mexico-related insurance services that exist to mitigate the effect and expense of unforeseen events and mishaps when you’re here including auto, home, health and trip coverages.
• Our extensive guides and articles about insurance help you to make informed choices.

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

• Mexico Home Life highlights remarkable residential properties for sale in Mexico
• Learn about insuring your home in Mexico
• Meet our realty partners in Mexico: this summer, we’ve begun working with realty agents who can help you find a home

LANGUAGE STUDY

• Improve your Spanish conversation capabilities with this online course tailored to current skill level and goals
• For an immersive experience, attend a Spanish school in Mexico, where small classes and personalized attention will boost your learning.
• If you want to improve your Spanish specifically for living in Mexico, this language for lifestyle course can help.

LEISURE SERVICES

• Find services that help you to discover, plan, and arrange leisure & travel experiences in Mexico.

More Mexperience

Explore Mexico beyond the cookie-cutter and find experiences to enjoy that reflect the true spirit of Mexico.

Discover Mexico through articles and features written by people who know Mexico intimately.

When you’re considering Mexico as a place to live or retire, the knowledge we share helps you to create a plan, and we’ll connect you with helpful lifestyle services and property choices.

When you want to discover Mexico on leisure a trip that’s defined by authenticity, we highlight choices to explore and we can help you to plan your trip.

Matthew Harrup is founder and editor of Mexperience

July highlights in Mexico

Summer has arrived in Mexico, the seasonal rains are providing welcome refreshment to the landscape, and our team has been busy preparing new content to help you discover and explore more of Mexico.

We’ve just published a new eBook about Money & Banking Services in Mexico —available as a free download from our eBooks Library— in which you can find a complete overview about the country’s currency, and lots of practical information about using banking and financial services here.

Mexico’s immigration office announced a special residency application procedure for anyone holding an immigration document that expired before Jan 1, 2020—details in the immigration updates section of this newsletter, below.

July is the start of the peak-visitor season to the Copper Canyon, a time when the rains fall, the rivers swell and everything comes to life in the area.  You can learn more about the canyons and remarkable train ride here on Mexperience.

In this month’s newsletter, you’ll find a collection of articles that give you insights and practical tips for summer living and leisure in Mexico.  We wish you and yours a very enjoyable summer season!

Mexico lifestyle & leisure

Our guides and articles to living and lifestyle help you to explore and realize your  lifestyle plans and we also help you to discover leisure opportunities in Mexico.

EASY SUMMER LIVING

• If you’re thirsty for a cold refreshing beer, consider the growing range of Mexican craft beers when you visit your local restaurant or bar.  For those long warm summer evenings whiled away with friends on a terrace, learn about the difference between tequila, mezcal and pulque
• For special summer get-togethers, when you’re looking for that exceptional bottle of wine or special ingredient that’s not generally available, discover Mexico’s specialist retailers
• To absorb maximum enjoyment from those restful summer afternoons, learn about the secrets of choosing a good, comfortable, Mexican hammock
• Mexico has been inspiring writers for centuries.  Foreign Native delves into the history of some famous writers, past and present, who visited or lived in Mexico

IMMIGRATION UPDATES

• If you hold an immigration document that expired before Jan 1, 2020, you can apply for temporary residency in Mexico under a special procedure
• Learn about the difference between Temporary and Permanent residency permits
• A reminder about the need to exchange your residency visa sticker for a card when you arrive in Mexico
• Our free 2021 Mexico Immigration Guide encapsulates everything you need to know about visas and residency permits and our latest articles about visas and immigration keep you apprised of current situations including financial criteria for residency, fees, and procedures.

LIVING WELL

• Mexico’s bread shops are an important part of its cultural history and continue to bake a wide assortment of sweet and savory breads to enjoy on a range of occasions
• Some foreign residents discover that it’s possible to live well in Mexico without owning a car and also discover that Mexico provides ample opportunity for living more simply…
• Prepare for your new lifestyle in Mexico with lots of helpful practical insights shared in our Essential Skills for Expats series

PROPERTY MATTERS

• Download our comprehensive free guides to Real Estate in Mexico and working with Realty Agents in Mexico.
• The shared space rentals market is booming in Mexico, and the demand is being met by people using online marketplaces to rent space in their homes—but there’s more involved to renting space in your home than you might imagine.
• Protect your home: Download our free guide to home maintenance and security and read about property insurance coverages available in Mexico.
• Discover remarkable residential properties on the market for sale in Mexico by browsing our Mexico Home Life section.

PRACTICAL THINGS

• Download our free guide to Money & Banking Services in Mexico.  It’s our comprehensive eBook about Mexico’s currency, how to manage your money, and practical knowledge like opening a bank account and using financial services here
• Driving to Mexico this summer?  Learn about Temporary Import Permits, get tips for driving in Mexico, and don’t forget to arrange your Mexico auto insurance
• Travel documents: A reminder about the documentation that is required for travel and entry to Mexico whether you are visiting or resident here
• Summer brings out the mosquitoes and is also peak breeding season for the arachnids—learn about three spiders to be mindful of in Mexico
• The hottest days of the year bring the refreshing rains and late summer can bring hurricanes to affected areas.  Learn about summer climates in Mexico
• Traveling with kitty or fido?  Mexico has specific rules and procedures for the import of animals, including domestic pets

LANGUAGE STUDY

• Treading in a grammatical minefield: an exploration of the complexities that exist in Spanish surrounding the use of the terms “there is,” “there are,” and “to have”
• Our insightful PinPoint Spanish series helps you to get acquainted with the nuances of Mexican Spanish in everyday situations.

LEISURE TIME

• The rains return to the Copper Canyon in July, when the rivers swell and the flora bloom, making summer the most popular time of year for visitors to take a journey on the Copper Canyon train. Learn about the Copper Canyon and arrange a tour to get the most from your visit.
• Discover extraordinary travel experiences, with inspiration, tips, and advice to plan and enjoy your leisure time in Mexico.

Helpful Services

Connect to helpful services that enable you to realize your Mexico plans.

MEXICO EBOOKS LIBRARY

• Our redesigned eBooks Library offers you a collection of carefully composed eBooks with helpful insights and local knowledge about Mexico—download free eBooks today!

IMMIGRATION ASSISTANCE

• When you need help applying for residency, or help renewing your existing residency permit (or working through a ‘regularization’ procedure after a mishap), consider using our Mexico Immigration Assistance Service, that offers detailed consultancy, personalized advice, and practical help through the process.

INSURANCE COVERAGES

• Learn about the range of Mexico-related insurance services that exist to mitigate the effect and expense of unforeseen events and mishaps when you’re here including auto, home, health and trip coverages.
• Our extensive guides and articles about insurance help you to make informed choices.

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

• Mexico Home Life highlights remarkable residential properties for sale in Mexico
• Learn about insuring your home in Mexico

LANGUAGE STUDY

• Discover this unique online course that will help you to improve your Spanish language skills in everyday lifestyle situations
• For an immersive experience, attend a Spanish school in Mexico, where small classes and personalized attention will boost your learning.

LEISURE SERVICES

• Find services that help you to discover, plan, and arrange leisure & travel experiences in Mexico.

More Mexperience

Explore Mexico beyond the cookie-cutter and find experiences to enjoy that reflect the true spirit of Mexico.

Discover Mexico through articles and features written by people who know Mexico intimately.

When you’re considering Mexico as a place to live or retire, the knowledge we share helps you to create a plan, and we’ll connect you with helpful lifestyle services and property choices.

When you want to discover Mexico on leisure a trip that’s defined by authenticity, we highlight choices to explore and we can help you to plan your trip.

Matthew Harrup is founder and editor of Mexperience