Everyone has a different reason to relocate to Mexico. However, the most common reasons are the cost of living and a warmer climate, especially for retirees. Many Canadians and US citizens are searching for a less hectic lifestyle than that of their increasingly expensive home countries. The Covid pandemic also… Read More
Moving to Mexico or any new country can be a daunting experience. There are lots of factors to consider – for instance, location, housing, healthcare, finances and the language. Then there’s the official side of immigration – paperwork. The procedure in Mexico is not difficult compared to some countries, but… Read More
While relocating to Mexico for many is an exciting move, it can also be scary and complicated. Informing yourself as much as possible before immigrating is a great way to prepare well. Therefore, to help make your move a success we have answered more of your Frequently Asked Questions about… Read More
In this article, we answer the questions about relocating to Mexico that we get asked most often by our clients. If you can’t find the information you need here, then check out our other blog posts, or get in touch. Is it advisable to get residency when relocating to Mexico?… Read More
You apply for residency (permanent or temporary), you succeed and become a resident. Congratulations! But what happens if, upon their application, your spouse does not fulfill the financial requirements? The good news: All is not lost. Do not panic! In this article, we explore what to do next. Don’t Panic!… Read More
Oh dear! What do you do when your Mexican resident card is lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed? Well, your resident card is an official identification document, similar to a passport. So if you lose, damage or have it stolen, take it seriously. Get a new one as soon as possible. … Read More
Living in Mexico as a resident comes with legal obligations, such as keeping your immigration file current. In addition to reporting changes of address and civil status, you must also notify INM of a legal name change. Whether due to marriage, divorce or otherwise, your records must match your passport.… Read More
The National Migration Institute (IMN) has updated Mexican immigration fees for 2026. This year there are some additional changes. For your convenience, we have translated 2026’s fees for the most common procedures below. Remember that some immigration procedures incur two or three fees, and others, just one. That is, the… Read More
Did you know that you must notify immigration of a change of address? If you are a Mexican resident, you have certain obligations. One of those is to keep your immigration records up to date. One of the most common notifications is the change of address. In this article we… Read More
So you finally got your temporary or permanent residency. Congratulations! Remember, however, now you have certain obligations as a resident in Mexico. You must also keep your immigration records up to date. Failure to do so could result in problems and fines. So keep yourself right with these reminders. What… Read More