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@neilcumming

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Scottish expat in Mexico

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Scottish

Lives in Merida

Registration: 06 November 2014

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neilcumming replied to a thread
9 years ago
VadimDiver

No Spanish language, just English.Can I live in Mexico ? by VadimDiver

Hi, I don't know Spanish not at all,but know English and Russian languages. I am thinking about moving to Mexico (any area,closer to sea/ocean). Are there areas,where local Mexicans speak in English ? Is it possible to live in Mexico without ...

neilcumming

There are american and canadians here in Merida where I live and some of them hardly know any spanish.They get by because most of the professional mexicans ie doctors,dentists and lawyers speak english.So yes you can live here without spanish but ... Read More

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9 years ago
Julien

New members of the Mexico forum, introduce yourself here - 1st quarter of 2015 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Mexico forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...

neilcumming

Hi, I have been living in Mexico for 3yrs now.Where I live(Merida) there is very little in the way of work for foreigners which is understandable.A couple of things I could suggest to you if you are living in Cancun is call centre work.There are a ... Read More

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9 years ago
mgirard

looking for apartment in Merida. by mgirard

I am an ESL teacher looking for work and an apartment in Merida. Apartment first..I am a pensioner and a reasonable rent is no problem. Might just do some volunteer teaching if any is available. Michelle Girard

neilcumming

Vivanuncios.com.mx is a good place to look Read More

neilcumming replied to a thread
10 years ago
lmla21

Do you need/want someone to practice Spanish with? by lmla21

Hello everyone!! I'm Mexican and I love languages. I speak English and I'm currently trying to learn Norwegian, because my husband is Norwegian. If you need or want help to learn or practice Spanish you can send me a message. We could use ...

neilcumming

Hello everyone!! I'm Mexican and I love languages. I speak English and I'm currently trying to learn Norwegian, because my husband is Norwegian. If you need or want help to learn or practice Spanish you can send me a message. We could use ... Read More

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10 years ago
lmla21

Do you need/want someone to practice Spanish with? by lmla21

Hello everyone!! I'm Mexican and I love languages. I speak English and I'm currently trying to learn Norwegian, because my husband is Norwegian. If you need or want help to learn or practice Spanish you can send me a message. We could use ...

neilcumming

Hello, How are you? I see you are Mexican. I need to ask , I am really interested in your desserts in Mexico, especially the Gelatine desserts with the flowers inside. Do you know where I can learn to do this in Mexico. ? ThanksThere are recipes ... Read More

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10 years ago
Celessine

looking for some friends that i can share my experience with. by Celessine

I have been here in Mexico for 3 years and iam looking for some friends that i can share my experience with.

neilcumming

Hi, Where in Mexico are you,Im in Yucatan. Neil Read More

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10 years ago
Noksu

How to get internet connection to my apartment? by Noksu

I'll be staying in Playa del Carmen for 4 months, and I need to use the internet daily for email and such. I would also like to use Netlflix to stream movies and Tv-shows. Can anyone help me by telling me the best way to get internet connection ...

neilcumming

If I can remember correctly to get the Telmex contract you need a bill from your apartment or the rental agreement,it only takes a few days to install and Telmex supplies the modem.It might be a good idea to go to the Telmex store and ask if someone ... Read More

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10 years ago
Darrielle

Moving to mexico by Darrielle

Hi, I'm new to this but would really like some advice, I have a partner who lives in Mexico I met him in April, he's been to the uk and me back n forth there, he wants to come and live and work here but the uk laws are very strict, so we ...

neilcumming

Yes maybe they only deal with visas in the embassy in Mexico City.The consulate in Cancun is probably to deal with british tourists,lost passports etc. Read More

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10 years ago
Darrielle

Moving to mexico by Darrielle

Hi, I'm new to this but would really like some advice, I have a partner who lives in Mexico I met him in April, he's been to the uk and me back n forth there, he wants to come and live and work here but the uk laws are very strict, so we ...

neilcumming

There is a British Consulate in Cancun,they cant help him there? Read More

neilcumming replied to a thread
10 years ago
Darrielle

Moving to mexico by Darrielle

Hi, I'm new to this but would really like some advice, I have a partner who lives in Mexico I met him in April, he's been to the uk and me back n forth there, he wants to come and live and work here but the uk laws are very strict, so we ...

neilcumming

Sorry cant help you with info on him moving to UK.He will have to go to the British Embassy or consulate in Mexico and they will give him the info.I know how you feel,you get different answers from different consulates and from immigration here in ... Read More

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10 years ago
Darrielle

Moving to mexico by Darrielle

Hi, I'm new to this but would really like some advice, I have a partner who lives in Mexico I met him in April, he's been to the uk and me back n forth there, he wants to come and live and work here but the uk laws are very strict, so we ...

neilcumming

Hi,I live in Mexico with my mexican gf for the last 3yrs.We just went to see a lawyer here about the marriage laws because I need to change my visa.1st I have to get my birth certificate stamped at a Mexican consulate in UK nearest to where I was ... Read More

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10 years ago
MelodySsmith

Crossing the border in my car by MelodySsmith

What are the challenges to crossing the border, and where is the safest place to do it. I want to get to San Miguel de Allende. Previously I have flown there. What about a woman alone on the road? Danger?

neilcumming

I have read that you can get that permit online, has anyone done this?Yes I think you can,I paid for mine at the border ,same building where I got the 6 month tourist visa,only takes about ... Read More

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10 years ago
MelodySsmith

Crossing the border in my car by MelodySsmith

What are the challenges to crossing the border, and where is the safest place to do it. I want to get to San Miguel de Allende. Previously I have flown there. What about a woman alone on the road? Danger?

neilcumming

Okay, what permit for a vehicle are you referring to?The permit you need to buy when bringing your vehicle into Mexico,costs about 3000 pesos,its for 6 months.I think you can get some kind of refund when you re-enter the US. Read More

neilcumming replied to a thread
10 years ago
MelodySsmith

Crossing the border in my car by MelodySsmith

What are the challenges to crossing the border, and where is the safest place to do it. I want to get to San Miguel de Allende. Previously I have flown there. What about a woman alone on the road? Danger?

neilcumming

Oops sorry,its On the Road in Mexico facebook.com/groups/167187996679894/?fref=nf Read More

neilcumming replied to a thread
10 years ago
MelodySsmith

Crossing the border in my car by MelodySsmith

What are the challenges to crossing the border, and where is the safest place to do it. I want to get to San Miguel de Allende. Previously I have flown there. What about a woman alone on the road? Danger?

neilcumming

100s of people cross into Mexico everyday in cars ,trucks and RVs.There is a Facebook group that can give you lots of good info called On The In Mexico.I joined it and when I travelled to Yucatan I was able (thru this group) to meet up with other ... Read More