Principal Routes to Obtaining Legal Residency in Mexico
This article describes principal routes foreigners take to apply for legal residency in Mexico, with references to additional information and helpful resources
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Residency Assist: Consultation About Residency in Mexico
A personal consultation with an experienced English-speaking immigration specialist can help you to talk through potential choices and options before you apply
How to Import Your Household Goods to Mexico
A procedure exists for residents and Mexican passport holders to import household goods to Mexico free of customs duties. This article describes the process
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Learn About Mexico’s Seasonal Clock Changes
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