Expat Guide to Living in Tijuana

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

Moving to Tijuana, Mexico

An expat in Tijuana offers information about living in Tijuana. She provides information about cost of living, visas, and housing. There is also some brief information provided about safety and the realities of being a border town.

Living in Tijuana, Mexico

An expat in Tijuana, Mexico talks about what it's like living in a border city, locals focus on family, athletic activities and more.

Culture Shock Report

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

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More Living in Tijuana Reports

What are people's priorities in Tijuana - 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 Tijuana:

Living in Tijuana, Mexico

Living in Tijuana, Mexico

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More Moving to Tijuana Reports

What should you take with you when you move to Tijuana? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Tijuana? Below are some of the responses from expats in Tijuana:

Moving to Tijuana, Mexico

Moving to Tijuana, Mexico

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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 Tijuana with the school selection process. If you have expat children who attend school in Tijuana, 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 Tijuana. If you are already living in Tijuana, 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 Tijuana by filling out our Overseas Retirement report.

Submit a Retire Abroad Report

Having a Baby Abroad Report

How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Tijuana? Help other expats who are preparing to have a baby in Tijuana by filling out our Having a Baby Abroad Report.

Submit a Having a Baby Abroad Report

Working Abroad Report

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

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Expatriate Health Insurance

Get a quote for expat health insurance in Mexico from our partner, Cigna Global Health.
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Mexico Forum
Join our Mexico forum to meet other expats and talk about living in Mexico.

Living in Mexico Guide

Our Living in Mexico Guide is an introduction to everything about the basics for moving to Mexico: best places to live, cost of living, pros and cons, healthcare and insurance, and more. (more)

Moving to Mexico Guide

Expats in Mexico share important tips for people preparing to move to Mexico. From banking in Mexico to finding a safe city, read these 8 tips before moving to Mexico. (more)

Best Places to Live in Mexico

Expats from the United States and Canada often choose to move to Mexico or retire there. Here are some of the locations that they recommend most to others considering living in Mexico. (more)

Healthcare in Mexico

If you're moving to Mexico or an expat living in Mexico, understanding the Mexican healthcare system is essential. We offer an overview of the public and private healthcare systems in Mexico, health insurance for expats in Mexico, hospitals and prescription drugs. (more)

Real Estate in Mexico

Real estate listings in popular cities and towns in Mexico.

Pros & Cons of Living in Mexico

Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what expats have to say about the biggest challenges and the greatest rewards of living in Mexico.

Mexico Visa & Residency Guide

If you plan to move to Mexico, you'll need to understand the process involved and the order in which requirements need to satisfied. Here is an excellent primer on what you'll need to do regardless of the amount of time you plan to spend in Mexico. (more)

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.