Is being a Digital Nomad legal?
Many people nowadays dream of a life of work and travel. And some even take the plunge into the deep and pack their backpack and move abroad to work remotely on projects while digging their feet in the white sand…
Can I travel to the Philippines in 2021?
On January 4, 2021, the Bureau of Immigration released a press announcement about the latest travel restrictions for foreigners that planned on visiting the Philippines during the ongoing COVID pandemic. Here are the latest requirements. It is nearly impossible for…
Visiting Italy? Make sure you don’t get a hefty fine!
Italy is probably the first country in the world to address misbehaviour of tourist with huge financial penalties and to use this to fight mass tourism. With tourist numbers increasing and disrespect for laws and culture going up, the world…
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…
Frequently asked questions about the Mexican FMM
<<<<< When you have doubts about if you should use an FMM, please read the previous post Troubleshooting, FAQ about the problems and FMM FMM’s get lost, are not stamped the right date or get overstayed. Let me shed some…
Is the FMM the same as a visa in Mexico?
There is a lot of confusion about visas and the FMM in the blog post I read on the internet on this subject. Even I made the mistake in the beginning. For it is so common for countries to work…
How to change your address in Mexico at INM Offices
So many stories on the internet, I almost drowned in it! It is so hard to find actual information that is still valid today. One says this the other says that and what does Immigration say? That is hard to…
How to get a CURP number in Mexico
I got my temporary resident card the other day, and boy was I disappointed that the Cancun office told me my CURP is not on that card. It is only added on the card for the Permanent Resident Cardholders. Although…
Waiting time Resident Permit Cancun
This week I finally collected my temporary resident card at the Immigration office in Cancun. It was a hideous wait full of uncertainties since the process is rather obscure and unclear. I learned a few things: Bureaucracy in Mexico is…
Immigration Status Mexico explained
The process of obtaining your temporary resident card in Mexico after arrival with your pre-approved visa from the consulate is a procedure done totally in Spanish. And although many people hire a lawyer to do this so-called “tramite” for them,…
