Whether you’re planning a road trip into Mexico or moving long‑term, understanding how foreign vehicles are regulated is essential. This guide explains Temporary Import Permits (TIP), how residency affects vehicle import, free‑zone rules, and the steps you need to keep your car legal.
Electricity bills that spike in the summer? Rentals with no hot water? Wi-Fi that cuts out mid-Zoom? Welcome to the utility learning curve in Mexico. Here’s what expats need to know to avoid frustration—and keep your monthly bills low.
Most Mexican rentals are semi-furnished—but that doesn’t mean you can’t create a cozy, stylish space that feels like home. Here’s how expats in PV, Ajijic, and CDMX are finding the perfect rental, furnishing it affordably, and learning to live with less stress (and more sunshine).
After recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings, transgender and nonbinary Americans are facing new barriers to passport renewals and gender recognition. Meanwhile, Mexico has expanded inclusive protections—offering a legal and cultural path to live freely. Here’s what’s changing, what’s at risk, and how Mexico is becoming a stable, affirming choice for LGBTQ+ expats.
Residency fees are rising in 2026, but here’s the good news: not everyone has to pay full price. If you're applying through family, a job offer, or a rare organization invitation, a 50% discount could apply to you. Here’s what’s changing—and how our legal team is helping clients save thousands.
