Do I need a Visa to visit Mexico?
If you are a citizen of a European country, you do not need a Visa. A more than six months valid passport is sufficient. A citizen of the USA needs one of the following documents: the birth certificate, a certificate of naturalization or a voter’s registration card. Also a passport would work.- How long is the flight to Mexico?
The average flight time is around 12 hours. Flights are available from all major airports in Europe or the USA. 
Is living inexpensive in Mexico?
This question is not easy to answer. The costs of living in Mexico depend very much on you personally. In general you can say that the basic necessities are cheaper – if you buy them in normal supermarkets or on the market where the Mexicans are buying as well.
Eating out is available from 10 Euros for 4 people up to more than a 100 Euros – it depends on you which restaurant you choose.
The best answer to this question is: if you live your life “Mexican Style”, your life will be a lot less expensive than in Europe or the USA. If you insist of living your life in a secluded resort, amongst other foreigners and buy only the imported goods you know from back home, you will end up with the same living costs than back home.- What facilities can I expect to be available in Mexico?
Mexico is on the way, to become a modern country, but is not there yet. Modern facilities like telephone or internet are readily available in the bigger cities and towns and in the resort specialising on tourism and expats. If you go into the “rural” areas, well, it gets really “rural”.
International schools are available, set up and run by expats. Mostly in areas where there is a majority of foreigners. The medical care in Mexico is normally free at the point of delivery, but it does not have the same standard as you are used to from Europe or the USA. To take on a private insurance is highly recommended.
And one additional information: Life in Mexico is paced “slower” than in Europe or the USA. This means, if you have an appointment with you pool-cleaner or your gardener at one p.m., it means you will see him between one and three p.m. 
How safe is Mexico?
The crime rate in Mexico is approximately on the same level as in the USA. But these crimes are not evenly spread.
Many crimes are drug related and they are concentrated in certain areas. Life in tourist and expat areas is quite safe in general and the police is making sure that it stays that way.
Who can buy property in Mexico?
There are no specific restrictions in place, when it comes to buying property in Mexico. Foreign nationals can buy and own property in Mexico, even if it is near the border or the coast. You do not even need a resident permit to buy.- Is it possible to get finance for property in Mexico?
In the past, most real estate deals were completed in cash. But nowadays it becomes more and more popular for foreigners to purchase property in Mexico and so the banks adjusted their system accordingly. Today it is no problem anymore, to get finance for the desired property. Most banks even offer a choice between Peso or Dollar finance. 
Do I need a lawyer when buying property in Mexico?
There is no law which says that you have to employ a lawyer for buying property. However, we do strongly(!) recommend that you always seek the assistance of an English speaking lawyer. However, the use of a public notary is always mandatory.- Are there embassies in Mexico?
Yes – you will find embassies or consulates of almost all countries in Mexico.
Embassy of the USA
Mexico City
Paseo de la Reforma 305
Colonia Cuahtemoc 06500
Mexico DF
Tel: (0052) 555 209 9100
www.usembassy-mexico.gov
British Embassy
Mexico City
Rio Lerma 71
Colonia Cuahtemoc
Mexico DF
Tel: (0052) 555 242 8500
www.embajadabritanica.com.mx
However, financing is still not as usual as in Europe or the USA.
If you want to know specific facts about financing in Mexico, please send us a mail.