David R. Says: What’s the best way to exchange money in Mexico? IL Latin America Correspondent Jason Holland Says: Hi David, Your ATM card is likely to give you pesos at the most favorable exchange rate. But before you leave for Mexico, call to tell your bank that you’ll be in Mexico and to Read more...: What’s the Best Way to Exchange Money in Mexico?
Craig S. Says: We’re about to move overseas. How do we handle our U.S. mail after we move? The Postal Service won’t forward it overseas and we don’t want to burden friends or family back home. IL Latin America Correspondent Jason Holland Says: Hi Craig, Congratulations on the move! Mail is certainly a concern Read more...: How do I Handle U.S. Mail When I Move Overseas?
Mary C. Says: I was thinking of moving to Mexico, somewhere in the mountains with a nice climate. I live on social security and a small pension. Can you recommend a town that is safe? IL Latin America Correspondent Jason Holland Says: Hi Mary, Great to hear from you. And great to hear about Read more...: Could You Recommend a Mountain Town in Mexico?
David D. Says: I retire this year with a Social Security check of $3,600 a month. I’ve never been to Costa Rica, but many of my friends have. I’d like to retire there too but I don’t know where to start. I want to rent an apartment or condo on the Pacific coast, near the Read more...: How Do I Move to Costa Rica?
Jane C. Says: I’m interested in moving to Mexico very soon. I’m retired and have Medicare and a medi gap policy. I’m aware these will not cover me in Mexico. Do you have any suggestions for affordable healthcare in Mexico for a U.S. citizen? IL Latin America Correspondent Jason Holland Says: Hi Jane, It’s Read more...: Can I Get Affordable Healthcare in Mexico?
Glynn A. Says: I can’t afford long-term assisted living in the U.S., but my husband has dementia so we need a place that has affordable facilities. We’re interested in Costa Rica, because we think the transition to that country would be the smoothest at our ages. Can you offer any advice? IL Latin America Read more...: What Assisted Living Options Are There in Costa Rica?
Maria O. Says: What are retirement home options in Mexico? IL Latin America Correspondent Jason Holland Says: Hi Maria, There have long been Mexican retirement homes in expat havens like Lake Chapala or large cities like Mexico City. But now facilities are becoming increasingly sophisticated. To tap into the senior market—both in Mexico and Read more...: What Are the Retirement Home Options in Mexico?
Sandra P. Says: I heard that Mexico has two public healthcare systems. Is that true? IL Latin America Correspondent Jason Holland Says: Hi Sandra, It is true that Mexico has two national healthcare systems, which expats on a valid residence visa can apply to join: IMSS (Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social, or Mexican Social Read more...: Does Mexico Have Two Public Health Systems
There are more than 1 million Americans and a half million Canadians living in Mexico. Plus, folks from the rest of the world. And there are expat havens all over the country. Generally, any place where expats and tourists go is pretty safe, with people mostly worried about petty crime like pickpockets or car break-ins.
Mark R. Says: Hello, I loved San Miguel de Allende—I visited there and was so impressed! But can you tell me more about healthcare facilities there? I’d hate to regularly visit Mexico City, though I love that city too. IL Latin America Correspondent Jason Holland Says: Hi Mark, Thanks for checking in. I’ve lived Read more...: What is Healthcare Like in San Miguel de Allende?