Menu
Expat.com

Internet service in Cancun ?

Last activity 30 August 2011 by McJennifer

Post new topic

McJennifer

Hello- I am considering moving to Cancun and I have many questions, of course, but I suppose this would be first and foremost! I work as a scopist, which involves receiving files over the internet, editing them, and returning them over the internet (fileshare). So- how available, affordable and reliable is internet service there? I would need it in the residence, not a cafe.. Also, I have read that visas are harder to get if you are self-employed.. any advice on these areas would be greatly appreciated- thanks!!

expatcraig

my entire job depends 100% on internet reliability.  I have gone through 3 different internet providers in the last 2 years that I have lived in Cancun and I finally found one that is pretty darn reliable.

Cablemas which provides both TV and internet.   They want about 50 bucks for a cable modem/ 5 megs or at least that is what I paid at the time.   Service was hit and miss and when it missed i would be down for several hours which turned out to be expensive.   I still use there TV service which has the most channels in English vs other tv providers.

Telmex is the biggest one and the most common.  It is like the AT T of Mexico.  It is also the cheapest.  I think I paid 75 bucks for both unlimited calls to the US on the phone and 5 megs on a dsl modem.    It proved to be spotty.  It would only drop for a couple minutes, but dropped all the time.

I am with Axtel now which is an antenna.  I was kind of nervous about it, but it has worked out great.  It is about 5 megs which is kick butt by Mexico standards.  I pay about 60 USD for phone and internet.  it is super consistant.  I have only lost signal like twice in 6 months.  pretty good.   

   I know I use internet to send files back and forth to the US, operate my ip over internet over phone, watch movies etc.

Hope this helps

McJennifer

Excelente! Not too bad at all.. You are the man, expatcraig- thanks so much for the reply and the useful info.. I shall continue my planning :)
And I'm sure I will be be back here with more questions for you!

Articles to help you in your expat project in Cancun

  • Phones and Internet in Mexico
    Phones and Internet in Mexico

    When you relocate to a foreign nation, you'll want to find a way to remain in touch with your friends and ...

  • Working in Cancun
    Working in Cancun

    Cancun and surrounding areas are popular destinations for both tourists and expatriates alike. Cancun is the ...

  • Accommodation in Cancun
    Accommodation in Cancun

    Like in other parts of Mexico, the best way to find accommodation in Cancun is by searching for one while ...

  • Study in Mexico
    Study in Mexico

    If you're planning to move to Mexico with your family or choose to study there, here is all you need to know ...

  • Working in San Miguel de Allende
    Working in San Miguel de Allende

    Located in the center of Mexico, San Miguel de Allende is a small city with a rich artistic, cultural, and ...

  • Working in Mexico
    Working in Mexico

    Moving to a foreign country not only involves adapting to a different culture but to a whole new lifestyle. It ...

  • Working in Jalisco
    Working in Jalisco

    The Mexican state of Jalisco has vast cultural, historical, and economic importance. It is the land of tequila, ...

  • The Working Holiday Visa for Mexico
    The Working Holiday Visa for Mexico

    Mexico is a destination that has something special for everyone — with its fabulous beaches, ancient ruins, ...

All of Cancun's guide articles