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Emmes
American expat in Mexico
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Lives in Playa del carmen
Registration: 16 October 2013
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Cost of an upper middle class lifestyle in Playa or Cancun by JiuJitsuBeachBum
I understand that there are many variables involved so exact numbers will be impossible, but what amount of money monthly would allow a US expat couple to live a comparable upper middle class lifestyle in Playa or Cancun very close to or on the ...
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I think you can do fine on 5000 a month. Upper middle class rent can be 2000 or more, but food is cheap. Eating out and entertainment are as expensive here as in the US. But there are free things to do. Gas is expensive - bring a small car or buy ... Read More
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permanente visa by b_espy
If I prove financial solvency in the correct amount of income per month for a residente permanente visa, can I get that type of visa after 12 months of proof of income, without waiting and getting a residente temporal visa? Thanks! I am hoping to ...
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With the new rules you can get a permanent visa by proving you have an income of 1000 per month or savings of that much. You need to apply at the border and provide them with a background check from the county and or city that is clean. For ... Read More
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Driving from Texas to Cancun by shoule
I am planning to drive to cancun in september. Has anyone done this drive latley?
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I'm not Misty and I can't make it sound easy, because its not. however, it isn't dangerous if you plan your trip with lots of safety nets as far as stopping before dark goes. Mexico is a live and let live place, and you are welcome to drive on the ... Read More
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Driving from Texas to Cancun by shoule
I am planning to drive to cancun in september. Has anyone done this drive latley?
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Dont know if you have already left on your drive but we have made the trip twice now. the second time we left from El Paso and drove to Chuihuahua, then to Monterey, and then down thru Ciudad Victoria to Tuxpam and then on down thru Veracruz. It ... Read More