For decades, Mexico has been one of the world’s most popular destinations for retirees, being especially attractive to people moving here to retire from the United States and Canada—although people from Europe and Australasia are also beginning to discover the benefits Mexico offers to retirees.
Key reasons why Mexico is attractive to retirees
The country’s popularity as a retirement destination is underpinned by a variety of key elements and characteristics that are especially attractive to retirees, which include:
- agreeable year-round climates;
- a variety of location types to choose from;
- a warm and welcoming culture that also offers the enjoyment of experiencing unusual traditions and celebrations that are nevertheless quite familiar;
- ready access to transport infrastructure, including modern roads and international airports;
- well-established communities of existing foreign resident retirees;
- a wide range of local services and amenities to support day-to-day retirement lifestyles;
- affordable access to world-class health and well-being facilities;
- access to local markets bursting with color and selling delicious fresh produce; and, amidst all this—
- affordability—a retirement pension can stretch further in Mexico.
Retirement lifestyles underpinned by key benefits
People who arrive in Mexico to live and retire here can lead active, healthy, lifestyles underpinned by Mexico’s agreeable climates, first-class amenities, and affordable living costs. Some who have come to retire in Mexico and consider the country their natural home comment on how they value and appreciate their enjoyable lifestyles and activities, and how they feel settled, safe, and content in Mexico.
When you’re considering a move to Mexico it makes sense to take a step back and:
- consider your approach to a lifestyle in Mexico;
- define your intentions and know what’s motivating you to move here;
- be mindful about where in Mexico to live, taking care to match your true needs with the locations you consider;
- consider the requirements for legal residency;
- plan to deal with essential matters related to settling-in and adapting to a new culture and lifestyle in Mexico: by yourself, or with your partner or family.
Learn more about retirement lifestyles in Mexico
Begin exploring your choices for a new and different life in Mexico:
- Key factors to consider as you plan your lifestyle in Mexico
- Latest articles about retirement in Mexico
- Latest articles and insights about Mexico lifestyle planning
- Key resources for planning a new lifestyle in Mexico
- Exploring potential locations to live in Mexico
- Learn about acquiring legal residency in Mexico
- Our Home Life section shares detailed practical insights about day-to-day living matters in Mexico
