bandido01
American expat in Mexico
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Lives in San Francisco
Registration: 22 October 2008
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social security info by Robert Daniels
hola i,ve lived in mexico over 25 years born and raised in the u.s. have tried to fill out form on the s.s. web site . it wont accept my address and phone info . does anybody know how i can get this done ?? gracias look for ya here rbtodan
Robert, I have also lived in Mexico for the past 25 years, I had to fill out my papers at the consulate in Gaudalajara. I have my SS mail sent to me here in Mexico, but my check is deposited into an account in the states. Read More
What's the real story with living in Mexico? by Normoldguy
Hi Everyone Don't really know where to start...Lived in Montreal my entire life. went to school here, got married to my high school sweetheart at 22 yrs old...(way too young)...managed to stay married for 46 difficult years,,and its time to move ...
Hope you had a good drive! Most people that try and scare you about the drive have never done it, and are just parrotting something that they have heard from someone else who has never driven in Mexico either! I have driven the Baja around 25 times ... Read More
What's the real story with living in Mexico? by Normoldguy
Hi Everyone Don't really know where to start...Lived in Montreal my entire life. went to school here, got married to my high school sweetheart at 22 yrs old...(way too young)...managed to stay married for 46 difficult years,,and its time to move ...
I have lived in Mexico for the past 27 years and its the best! You have more problems in the states than you would have ever thought of here. But yes you do have to get used to the culture here, and just don't leave your brains at the border! ... Read More
Moving to Ajijic by ELLENRAY
My husband and I are retiring soon and planning to move to the Lakeside area in late spring 2018. We plan to lease a place to live. 1 we have found realators lack responses to interest by email, thoughts? 2 should we keep our Medicare for or twice ...
Just a quick note...Don't give up your Medicare, its easy enough to get back to the states for any emergencies that might need the assistance of Medicare. Buy a car in Mexico. Jim Read More
Move to chapala by pbozz
Hello. My sister and I r planning to move around chapala area approx. October. We r in Pacific nw, tired of gray skies and rain. We both have traveled a lot. We lived in PV a year but it was way too hot in summer. I lived internationally 20 years ...
Phyliss, Lake Chapala is a great choice. And Ajijic is the best of the areas. I have a webb page I am always in contact with for rentals and the like. I am a realtor in Cabo San Lucas. accesslakechapala.com , There is a very nice developement ... Read More
Tourist visa, purchasing property by banat4
Hello, I was wondering if one can purchase property on a tourist visa before applying for a temp? If so, does this affect which visa one is eligible for? Thanks.
Yes you can purchase property here while on vacation if you please. And no it won't affect your visa status. Read More
Resident permanente and US car by Barcadero
My wife and I just got our resident permanente visas today at the Detroit Mexican consulate. Once we enter Mexico we have 30 days to finalize the visa process. I understand that once we have the permanent visa we will no longer be able to keep our 3 ...
I don't see why you should have any problem doing that. I drive in and out of the US all the time and don't have any problems. You have been able to drive a vehicle into Mexico and stay for as long as your visa is good. You can drive out ... Read More
conversations by rubytue60
Hello All: I would really like to meet other single men and women in the 55-60 age range who are considering moving to Mexico when they retire. I have a daughter who will be graduating high school in a couple of years and I am looking at leaving ...
Hola Watski, I am living in Cabo San Lucas and have been for the past 20 years. This is not the place to retire. You had mentioned Lake Chapala, I will be traveling there next week and have been for most of the time I have been in Mexico. I do plan ... Read More
Where to live in San Franciso by Silke
I am moving to San Francisco with my family (1 husband, 2 kids -2 and 4 years old and a dog). Does anyone know, what a suitable area for families with kids and a dog for living is? Is there any area where it is not that foggy? Thanks for your help!
Mary, Good luck in San Francisco! I am living in Mexico and I am from San Francisco, born and raised! San Francisco is known as the "city". There is fog in the city, but if you would like to live away from the fog, Portrero Hill is nice, The ... Read More
Moving to Mexico--Contemplating Mexico City or Guadalajara? Any help? by leesstar
Hi everyone My family and I will be moving to Mexico in March. We are unsure yet as to where to move. My husband is originally from Mexico City and his family all live there so that is a big plus to us moving there, however, we have been reading ...
Leesstar, I live in Cabo San Lucas and will be moving to Guadalajara soon. My wife is from there and it is a beautiful city and much safer the Mexcio City. It seems that is much more modern with many new Malls and very easy to get around. You also ... Read More