Expat Guide to Living in Saltillo

Whether you're already living in Saltillo or preparing to move to Saltillo, our Expat Guide to Living in Mexico offers articles and reports submitted by expats about expat life in Saltillo. For answers to specific questions, visit our Mexico Forum to talk with expats in Saltillo.

Culture Shock Report

Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Saltillo handle it can be very comforting. Help others preparing to move to Saltillo by filling out our Culture Shock Report.

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More Living in Saltillo Reports

What are people's priorities in Saltillo - work? family? socializing? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Below are some of the responses from expats in Saltillo:

Living in Saltillo, Mexico

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Moving Overseas Report

What should you take with you when you move to Saltillo? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Saltillo? Help others moving to Saltillo by filling out our Moving Overseas Report.

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International School Report

Parents are invited to answer questions about the schools that their kids attend (Pre-K through High School) in hopes of helping others moving to Saltillo with the school selection process. If you have expat children who attend school in Saltillo, take a few minutes to submit a School Review.

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Dream vs. Reality Report

Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Saltillo. If you are already living in Saltillo, share how those "dreams" have been fulfilled, and how they have not by filling out our Dream vs. Reality Report.

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Overseas Retirement Report

Retiring abroad can be a great option for retirees seeking their dream lifestyle at an affordable price. Help other retirees, who are thinking about retiring in Saltillo by filling out our Overseas Retirement report.

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Having a Baby in Saltillo Reports

How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Saltillo? Below are some of the reports from expats in Saltillo:

Having a Baby in Saltillo, Mexico

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Working Abroad Report

What's it like to find a job in Saltillo? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Saltillo? Help others following in your footsteps by filling out our Working Abroad Report.

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An Expat Talks about Culture Shock & Living in Cozumel, Mexico

An expat in Cozumel appreciates that good friendships feel like family, the community sticks together and the family-oriented culture.

An expat in Cozumel appreciates that good friendships feel like family, the community sticks together and the family-oriented culture....

An Expat Discusses Living in Huatulco, Mexico

An expat in Huatulco talks about living in this remote part of Mexico, which is a 7 hour drive from the nearest city. He cautions anyone considering a move to be realistic about whether or not they can handle the isolation and remoteness.

Book Review: "Mexico: The Trick is Living Here"

Julia Taylor's book is packed with practical advice and cultural insight and is a must have for expats and anyone preparing to make the move to Mexico.

Julia Taylor's book is packed with practical advice and cultural insight and is a must have for expats and anyone preparing to make t...

Crime in Mexico: Where are the Safest Places to Live in Mexico?

Where are the safest places to live in Mexico? The most unsafe areas are well-covered in today's news headlines, but those considering a move to other cities or towns in Mexico should carefully research their possible destinations, talk with other expats and visit before they move. This article highlights members' recent discussions and comments about crime and safety in popular expat locales and some off-the-beaten path destinations. If you live in Mexico, we encourage you to submit an update on your city or town.

10 Tips for Living in Mexico

Is it safe to live in Mexico? What should I bring with me to Mexico? How can I find a home? Expats offer advice on these and other topics.

Is it safe to live in Mexico? What should I bring with me to Mexico? How can I find a home? Expats offer advice on these and other topics....

15 Expats Talk About Life in Mexico

Expats share some insight into what it's like to live in Mexico on a day-to-day basis once you actually make the move and get there.

Expats share some insight into what it's like to live in Mexico on a day-to-day basis once you actually make the move and get there....