Living in Mexico City: the ultimate expat guide
Everything you need to know for a successful life in Mexico City.
Located in the center of the country, Mexico City is the Mexican capital. Most populated town of Mexico, it attracts large numbers of expatriates who decide to settle there, seduced by a sunny environment and the hope for career prospects. To get a job in D.F., stand out on the labour market with specific skills, making you a unique candidate, and prepare in advance the formalities to get a work visa.
Generalities
Get an overview of living in Mexico City with general information to discover the destination.
Discovering Mexico City
What one must keep in mind when first getting to the Mexican capital is that this is a truly ...
The Mexico City culture
A mesh of cultures suits a place like Mexico City very well as it is one of the most visited places ...
Developing your social circle in Mexico City
Keep in mind that Mexicans are very social and that it doesn't take a lot of trouble to meet ...
Work
Dive into the Mexico City labour market, legal framework and tips on how to find a job in Mexico City.
Working in Mexico City
Mexico City is not just any place. As one of the biggest cities in the world, it has a strong and ...
The labour market in Mexico City
As you might think, Mexico City is home to a number of firms, and office positions ...
Jobs in Mexico City
Discover professional opportunities in Mexico City and boost your career.
Accommodation
Explore real estate or temporary rentals in Mexico City. Find out more about renting or buying a house or a flat, real estate agents, leases and rental agreements.
Accommodation in Mexico City
As you get better acquainted with Mexico City, you will start to gravitate towards certain ...
Buying property in Mexico City
People travel from all across the globe to reside in Latin America because of its cultural richness ...
Find your ideal home in Mexico City
Explore real estate listings in Mexico City to buy or rent your next home.
Study
Universities, training courses, student visas, registration procedures: all you need to know about being an international student in Mexico City.
Transport
From public transports to renting or buying a car, explore the best options to getting around in Mexico City.
Getting around Mexico City
Traffic congestion is a very big issue in Mexico City, as you would expect in a place with a population of over 12 million, but this doesn't mean ...
Leisure
Sports, leisure, culture and other activities expats can enjoy in their spare time in Mexico City.
Things to do on weekdays in Mexico City
One thing that you will start to notice in Mexico City is how different neighbourhoods feel ...
Things to do in Mexico City alone, with family and friends or with a partner
Mexico City is a meeting point for many different worlds and cultures. It has a plethora of ...
Sports in Mexico City
No matter what your favourite sport is, chances are that you will find a place where you can watch ...
Articles from the magazine
Terry in Sayulita: "I enjoy the laid-back feel of the Mexican lifestyle"
Terry comes from Oregon. Following her stay in Mexico, Central America and South America for several years, she decided to move to Sayulita with her husband. She has now retired and enjoys writing books and blogs.
Jill in Saltillo: "Even when I've lived here for 50 years, I will still be 'The Gringa'"
A study abroad semester and a long-distance relationship. This is how Jill, Northern Indiana expat, landed in Mexico. She settled in Saltillo 6 years ago with her husband...
Greg in San Miguel de Allende: "The mañana attitude is very much alive"
Five years have gone by since Greg, a US citizen, has settled in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Realtor by profession, he says to be always busy. But he manages to spend his leisure time in writing novels, newspapers columns, photography, etc.
Johannah in Tampico: "So many places here in Mexico are just beautiful"
Johannah, US expat, moved to Tampico 8 months ago with her family following her husband's reassignment. During their free time, they enjoy traveling around the country...
Launia in Chetumal: "Mexicans are very family-oriented"
Launia was born in France. For years, she traveled Africa, Europe and America before moving to Mexico 10 years ago. She has now retired and enjoys her relaxed pace of life.
Notes From Paradise
We are Lynda & Lawrie Lock. We have lived on Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo, Mexico since October 2008. Seven kilometers long and a kilometer wide the island is a fifteen-minute boat ride from the large tourist mecca of Cancun.
An Alaskan in Yucatan
I am Marc Olson, born in Ketchikan, Alaska. I had the opportunity to move around with my family as a kid, and actually graduated from high school in Florida, but spent most of my life in Alaska, until I moved to Mexico full time in 2005.
Alfredo in Mexico: "The rhythm of our lives is definitely different, slower and more relaxed"
Cuban but lived in U.S most of his life, Alfredo decided to move to Mexico with his husband more than ten years ago. He gives us in this testimony his vision about the more latino country of North-America.
