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.
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.
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 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.
Submit a Culture Shock ReportParents 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.
Submit an International School ReviewMost 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.
Submit a Dream vs. Reality ReportRetiring 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 ReportHow 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 ReportWhat'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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15 Expats Talk About Life in Mexico
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.
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.
An Expat Shares What it's Like Retiring in Ajijic and Chapala, Mexico
A retiree in Ajijic (Lake Chapala), Mexico chose to move to Lake Chapala because of its lower cost of living, better weather and friendly people. Life in Lake Chapala has exceeded his expectations -- he bought a house and got married.
An Expat Talks about Moving to Playa del Carmen, Mexico
A retiree who visited Playa del Carmen and then returned a month later to rent for a year is very happy with her decision. She's living 3 blocks from the beach and paying a third of what she'd be paying in her home country.
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