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Thursday, October 14th 2021
U.S. Embassy Responds to Detained Residents in Mexico
For the last few months, we at Expat Insurance have been hearing increasing reports of tourists—and even temporal or permanent residents!—being detained for *months* while the status of their visa is confirmed. We recommend that you carry your FMM, Temporal, or Permanente Visa on you at all times, as well as a form of legal identification such as your passport. Though we haven’t heard many accounts of people being stopped in their own cities, it’s probably a good idea to at least carry around a copy of your documentation with you to avoid any issue.
Tuesday, September 7th 2021
Nopal Cactus: Sustainable Food of the Future?
Do you like nopal cactus? Well, it might be the sustainable food of the future. Learn about how nopal cactus is helping people in arid areas grow enough food to feed themselves and their livestock. Also, discover a myriad of benefits growing nopal cactus has on other farm produce. Click here to learn more!
Tuesday, September 7th 2021
San Mike or San Cris? – Differences between San Cristóbal and San Miguel
Have you ever been to San Cristóbal de las Casas or San Miguel de Allende? Have you ever heard anyone compare San Mike and San Cris? In this article, you will learn the differences between the colonial pueblos of San Cristóbal and San Miguel. Click here to discover which might be a better fit for your next vacation!
Tuesday, September 7th 2021
Jalisco Approves Free Breast Reconstruction for Breast Cancer Survivors
In a landmark initiative, the Mexican state of Jalisco has approved free breast reconstruction for breast cancer survivors. In this article, you will learn about breast reconstruction surgery in Mexico, what is being covered, and why this is so necessary to women after breast cancer. Click here to learn more!
Tuesday, September 7th 2021
Overstayed Your Visa in Mexico? – Here’s What You Can Do
Have you overstayed your visa in Mexico? This article will tell you what to expect if you have to overstay your Mexican visa. Learn what to do if you have an expired visa in Mexico, including what the fees are and how to pay them. Trust me, I've overstayed my visa in Mexico. Click here to learn our secrets!
Tuesday, September 7th 2021
Mexico in WW2: An Overlooked Contribution
In this article, you'll learn about the role of Mexico in WW2. Discover Mexico's vital contribution to the war effort, the heroes who fought in the war, and what Mexico was like before, during, and after the war. Also, learn how the programs enacted has a lasting effect on US-Mexico relations. Click here to learn more!
Tuesday, September 7th 2021
People of Mexican History: Porfirio Díaz
He ruled Mexico with an iron hand for 30 years, and it would take a revolution to get him out of power. However, was he the despot history makes him out to be? Hear both sides of the argument. Learn about one of the most famous figures in Mexican history: Porfirio Diaz. Click here to learn all about this!
Tuesday, September 7th 2021
What Are Posadas? – Instantly Learn About Las Posadas for Christmas in Mexico
Have you wondered: what are posadas? Discover this rich tradition during Christmas in Mexico. Learn everything you need to know, including how to sing the songs, what to expect, and how these unique celebrations came about! Don't be caught unprepared for las posadas this year. Click here to learn more!
Tuesday, September 7th 2021
Groundwater Quality in Guanajuato
This brief study of groundwater in Guanajuato covers the basics of groundwater and aquifer use, and the overexploitation of groundwater in Guanajuato. It also highlights the groundwater quality in San Miguel de Allende. And it lastly covers radiation found in groundwater in Guanajuato. Click here to learn more!
Tuesday, September 7th 2021
Quesadillas Without Cheese?!? – Quesadillas Don’t Always Have Cheese in Central Mexico
Quesadillas without cheese?!? In this article, you will learn about the controversy surrounding the term quesadillas. Quesadillas don't always have cheese in Central Mexico. Learn about the history of this interesting phenomenon, and the cultural clash that has grown around this. Click here to learn more.
Tuesday, September 7th 2021
How Raising Minimum Wage in Mexico Can Affect You
Did you know that they are raising minimum wage in Mexico? In this article you'll learn about how this wage increase came about, whether it will affect inflation rates, and how this could affect the lives of American expats for better and worse. Click here to learn more!
Tuesday, September 7th 2021
Why Do Mexicans Eat Grapes on New Year’s Eve?
If you've been to a New Year's party in Mexico, then you might have seen people eating grapes on New Year's Eve in Mexico. You have likely wondered, Why do Mexicans eat grapes on New Year's Eve? In this article, you'll learn the history of this unique tradition. Don't be a clueless expat, click here to learn more!
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