TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Mexico as Your New ‘Home’ 1
  • Chapter One: A Taste of Mexico 7
  • Mexico in Focus 8
  • A Brief History of Mexico 10
  • Reasons why People Move to Mexico 12
  • What Is It Like as an Expat in Mexico? 14
  • Mexican Culture and Norms 18
  • Dos and Don’ts 23
  • Speaking the Native Tongue 24
  • Chapter Two: Immigration 27
  • Immigration Policies 28
  • Two Types of Immigration Permits 29
  • Acquiring Non – Immigrant Mexican Visas 30
  • Visitante Permit (FMM) 31
  • Mexican Tourist Visa 35
  • Visa de Residente Temporal (Temporary Resident Visa) 37
  • Acquiring Immigrant Mexican Visa 40
  • Visa de Residente Permanente (Permanent Resident Visa) 41
  • Eligibility for Temporary and Permanent Residency within Mexico 43
  • Who Are the People Usually Qualified for Resident Visas? 48
  • Naturalization 50
  • When to Consult an Immigration Officer/ Lawyer 51
  • Chapter Three: Best Expat Districts in Mexico 53
  • Top Places Where Most Expats Live 55
  • Cost of Living in Mexico 81
  • Chapter Four: Housing and Estate Planning 85
  • Renting vs. Buying 86
  • Questions to Ask when Renting a House 95
  • Questions to Ask when Buying House/Property 96
  • Frequently Asked Questions about Expats or Foreigners Owning a Property in Mexico 98
  • Estate Planning 103
  • Other Estate Planning Tools 107
  • Chapter Five: Utilities and Communication Services in Mexico 109
  • Utilities in Mexico 110
  • Payment Options 112
  • Gas in Mexico 113
  • Mobile Plans in Mexico (for Expats from the U.S. and Canada) 114
  • Internet Access in Mexico 121
  • Chapter Six: Work and Business in Mexico 125
  • Working in Mexico 126
  • Common Jobs of Foreigners in Mexico 127
  • FAQs about Working in Mexico 130
  • Doing Business in Mexico 132
  • FAQs about Setting Up a Business in Mexico 133
  • Most Common Types of Business Entities in Mexico 134
  • How to Set Up/ Register a Business in Mexico 137
  • Chapter Seven: Family & Education in Mexico 141
  • Living in Mexico as an Expat Family 143
  • Important Things to Consider Before Moving Your Family in Mexico 148
  • Safety and Security 149
  • Language and Education Systems 150
  • Changes in Immigration 151
  • Healthcare 152
  • School Options and Education Systems in Mexico 153
  • Types of Schools in Mexico 155
  • Public Schools 156
  • Private Schools 157
  • International Schools 158
  • Universities/ Colleges 159
  • School/University Fees in Mexico 161
  • Recommended International Schools and Universities in Mexico for Expats 162
  • Chapter Eight: Taxes & Banking in Mexico 165
  • Taxation in Mexico 167
  • Income Taxes 167
  • Property Taxes 169
  • Value Added Tax 172
  • Corporate Tax 172
  • How to Register as a Taxpayer 173
  • FAQs about Paying Taxes 174
  • Financial Institutions and Banking in Mexico 177
  • General Requirements for Expats in Opening a Bank Account 179
  • Top Banks in Mexico 180
  • Tips for Expats when doing banking in Mexico 181
  • Reference for Financial Institutions in Mexico 182
  • Chapter Nine: Healthcare in Mexico 185
  • How is the Healthcare Sector Being Funded in Mexico? 187
  • Healthcare for Expats 188
  • Health Insurance for Expats 190
  • Pharmacy and Medications in Mexico 194
  • Healthcare for Expat Retirees 195
  • Chapter Ten: Preparing for Your Relocation in Mexico 197
  • Mexico Relocation Checklist 199
  • 3 months Before the Move 199
  • Household 200
  • Vehicles 202
  • Real Estate 203
  • 2 months Before the Move 204
  • 1 month Before the Move 208
  • 1 Week Before the Move 211
  • The Day of Moving 212
  • Basic Travel Essentials 215
  • Mexico Basic Essentials 216
  • PHOTO REFERENCES 221
  • REFERENCES 225