The Move to Mexico Bible: Planning to retire or relocate to Mexico? Start here — visas, healthcare, housing, and real costs explained step by step.

by Sonia Diaz, Beverley Wood

This book is updated often to reflect current information. Last updated JANUARY 2024 to include new information on visa procedures, financial requirements for residency, bringing vehicles and other updates.So, you’re thinking about trying out Mexico? Good for you. Where will you live? Mexico is a big country—living in Tulum is nothing like living in Mexico City and neither is anything like living in Puerto Vallarta. The food is different, the culture is different, the weather is different. It’s an incredible country with many unique living experiences to choose from.And there are other questions. What will you do for medical insurance? Will you be bringing your vehicle and pets? Are you allowed to own property in Mexico? How do you handle paying utilities? Can you transfer money online easily? How long can you stay? Will you have to pay taxes? Do you have enough money to live there?The Move to Mexico Bible takes a look at 33 different cities and towns—from expat populations to climate and conveniences. With over 100 photos and illustrations, this book will also walk you through the visa process and give you invaluable advice about healthcare, household help, communications, real estate as well as other variables. Don't leave home without it!Sonia Diaz has been consulting on immigration and relocation projects in Mexico for over a decade, and has processed thousands of applications and other submissions for services and permits. She has offices in San Miguel de Allende and Puerto Vallarta, with services available in all of Mexico. A Canadian expat and affirmed wanderer, Beverley Wood is a producer, consultant and author who has lived in and written about popular locations in Mexico since 2003. A former real estate agent, she also consults on relocation to Mexico for select clients.

266 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 1, 2018

Reviews

[Labruja_dietra · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really don't plan to live in the US my whole life, and would love to move to Mexcio. This is a very simple guide to getting started.

[Frances Ann · Rating 3 out of 5]

The title of the book is not meeting the expectations put forth in the text. A reference guide may be more adequate as there are large gaps of information for the interested reader on the topic. For instance, the author is sharing insight on Mexico City, "Seismic activity is frequent and there are water problems that we won't go into. If you're thinking of living here, you need to so some research, but we consider it one of the best places in all of Mexico to live." Rather short on details about a major need in life. Won't go into? A paragraph on water problems would have been sufficient. So, did the author not do the research? It's a superficial reference at best. Michelin Green Guides provide a lot more information for the traveler. The Move to Mexico Bible as a title is overstated.

[Stepan Kosacsi · Rating 5 out of 5]

I appreciate this review — The Move to Mexico Bible really does a solid job covering visas, healthcare, housing, and real costs in a practical way.

I recently wrote an article about digital nomad visa: https://dg-nomad.com/what-is-the-digi... options and included a few key insights from this book to give readers more context on the residency process. If you’re exploring remote work relocation, that angle might be helpful too.

[Rebecca E. Mercier · Rating 5 out of 5]

The move to Mexico Bible

After reading this book, I truly believe I can move to Mexico and feel as though I am armed with all of the information I need to transition smoothly if I do my homework and follow the excellent advice of the authors.
Thank you for your hard work that will help make my move so much easier.

[Lauren Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very up to date and informative

I liked the practical detailed information along with the resources provided. I learned a lot and have added several items to my “Must Do” list. The new knowledge gained from reading this guide will save me time, money , and aggravation.

[David Knopf · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent practical information for anyone contemplating a move to Mexico.

[Savannah Elise · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great and informative read, tackles any subject about moving to Mexico that you would need to know.