

ezpaci
Swiss expat in Mexico
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All about taxes for expats in Mexico by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Mexico. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...

MEXICO TAX RETURN is a confusing name used in your inquiry. I usually do not receive any taxes returned to me. Please avoid confusing terminology even if your Taxistas use it. I went to the tax office SAT in MX to ask. If I do not have income in ... Read More


Moving to Mexico just before the crisis by Diksha
Hi everybody, Taking the plunge and daring to move abroad is a real challenge, but when your move to Mexico is marked by an unprecedented health, social and economic crisis, as we have been experiencing for just over a year, this change can be ...

jp91460 already wrote the most important. Been living in ACA 10 years. Now resident with country's medical insurance (Securo social) for <10000 peso/year, includes drugs and surgery. Excellent private doctors and dentists are abundant. ... Read More


Filing mexican TAX reports or not (Permanent resident Visa) by mexicogc
HI, I am a Canadian citizen and to become Mexican resident under the Permanent resident Visa. My researches and calls gave me the following: For Revenu Canada, must complete for NR73 for Non resident status, then pension providers will take 15% off ...

what is the name of the form, w8-ben may be? Read More


Mexico income tax on Canadian pension payments by Captnflex
Hola, i am in the planning stage and looking at moving to the Lake Chapala or Colima/Manzanillo area. My questions are about having to file an income tax in Mexico on pension payments from a Canadian source if i establish my permanent residence in ...

If you bring 20k peso to CitiBanamex opening an account should be no problem. You can use it for local payments with their debit card. I had other MX banks, service of CiBaMx was best. Get source $ via ATM, HSBC is most economical. Wire transfer ... Read More

live & die, last will
I live in MX and need guidance about creating a will. I have no assets with uncle Sam or Donald. Read More


Who is in Acapulco by torriani
I am exclusively interested in Mexico, specifically Acapulco. For me this website is too big going round the world. I consider cancelling. Any English writiung Acapulcuenos here?

Try restaurant Jaguar (Malibu) Sunday morning at 11 to meet me, I tend to sit right at the entrance near the music, if there is any player active. This information is valid as from Feb. 2018, how long is unknown. Read More


Moving in a U-Haul from U.S. to San Miguel. Safe or crazy? by KforKansas
Hi there -- I'm new to the forum and new to the idea of retiring to Mexico. However, I have friends who have done so and am convinced it might be exactly what I'm looking for. They live in San Miguel and love the community and the cost of living. ...

I loaded my C-class RV as much as I could, fastening items with strong beams etc. Drove from Canada to Acapulco, via El Paso. You can never duplicate such a trip experience with a shipping company. Had some problems, mainly due to the age and ... Read More


Retiring in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Mexico? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...

Why MX? Cost of living fraction, overall. All medical good, ask for recom's from experienced aliens. National Medical Insurance adequate, <1000$/yr/person, includes medication. Climate selectable, as higher as cooler, better than icy ... Read More


Filing mexican TAX reports or not (Permanent resident Visa) by mexicogc
HI, I am a Canadian citizen and to become Mexican resident under the Permanent resident Visa. My researches and calls gave me the following: For Revenu Canada, must complete for NR73 for Non resident status, then pension providers will take 15% off ...

I live in MX, resident. I considered starting some small business in MX. Checked with SAT. 2 types for tax purposes: 1) regular with lots of paper work and controls, 2) Street vendor type with fixed tax amount. I preferred not to start a business, I ... Read More


Customer care in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Mexico and ...

Chain stores tend to avoid warranty service and repairs of goods sold. Employees often have no clue about the products sold in the store. Telmex, Telcel, CFE and the like may need to be kicked by PROFECO a government run customer protection service ... Read More


Your new local habits in Mexico by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living in Mexico is a great way to immerse in a new culture and lifestyle. Have you embraced local customs since you've lived in Mexico? If so, which one(s)? Did local customs change the way you see things, appreciate life ...


Crossing border with Lots of stuff by Troy greer
My wife and I will be moving to Mexico later this summer and will be bringing a lot of recreational stuff in back and on top of my Tacoma. 3 or four surfboards a couple of kayaks bikes and paddles rods and was just wondering and I going to get hit ...

I entered Mx 2010 at ElPaso with a motorized home - mobile with extra shelves full of household, intending to live in Guerrero. Had no problems, no search, no duty. All articles used. Only the vehicle must be exported within 2 years - else ... Read More


Dependable and economical way to send things to USA by Judymc
Have clothing I do not need in Quintana Roo and would like to send back to USA to use later. FedEx lost our letter to Florida, so I am leery of them. Mexico says Florida has it, Florida says it never left Mexico. Am getting NOWHERE for one month ...

I find Fedex and UPS rather better than DHL. Within MX I use Estafeta, they tend to be better than DHL. My experience so far 3 years. Read More