Mexico
Living, working, moving to and traveling in Mexico
Is booking a trip to Riviera Maya Mexico for 2020 safe?
World tourism seems to be on hold due to the Corona Virus’s lockdowns. But sometime this year borders will be open en you can go on summer holiday. Maybe you are on lock-down and planning the summer break now, to…
Daily life in Playa del Carmen during COVID-19
Yesterday I wrote on my Dutch Website that life continues as normal here in Playa del Carmen. But then by the end of the day, the Mexican Government rolled out the rules, regulations and information about COVID-19 phase 1 en…
Seaweed predictions for Quintana Roo, Mexico 2020
In the year 2019 tonnes and tonnes of sargasso were transported off the beaches on a daily base. The sea changed from Aquamarine into a sluggish brown and the smell at some days was horrible. So how are the predictions…
The Mexico Immigration Form
Planning to travel to Mexico but you are confused about what kind of visa you need? No worries! Mexico has very easy visa rules. You probably won’t even need a visa. Most people visiting Mexico can enter the country on…
Temporary Resident in Mexico, extension for 3 years
After arriving in Mexico you change your pre-approved visa and FMM form for your Temporary Resident card. This will allow you one year of stay in Mexico. Once that year has passed you can extend up to three more years.…
Opening a bank account on a Temporary Resident Visa in Mexico
Did you know that over 48 banks are operating in Mexico? And that 7 banks, BBVA Bancomer, CitiBanamex, Santander, Banorte, HSBC, Inbursa, and Scotia Bank, control over 70% of the market? And did you know that almost all major banks…
Why would you open a bank account in Mexico?
It is different for everyone whether or not you should open a bank account in the country you are planning to stay for a longer period of time. I collected 7 points on why I want a foreign bank account…
Tips and Advice when opening a Mexican bank account
Opening a bank account in Mexico might be wise when you spend more time than just a holiday in Mexico. In my previous post, I write about the benefits for me that made it valid to open a savings and…
Can you work as a freelancer in Mexico?
Mexico has long been a favorite of US and Canadian freelancers who’ve decided to take their work on the road. With its reliable high-speed internet, and a lot of amazing (beach) locations Mexico seems like a great place to work…
What does a cataract surgery cost in Mexico
Prices for cataract surgery in Mexico may vary from location to location and from clinic to clinic. When you have surgery done close to the American border or in a tourist area, you pay a lot more than when you…
