Cathie Kelly
@Cathiekl
American expat in Mexico
Forum posts
79
Contacts
23
About me
American
Lives in Chetumal
Speaks English, Spanish
Registration: 01 December 2012
Activity
Safety in Mexico by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Mexico? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
I live in Merida. I feel very safe. I haven't encountered any problems. I moved here from Belize where there is a danger increase. I'm now moving to Chetumal. Im comfortable with my surroundings for sure! Read More
What a lovely way of saying what you think about me by DubRiley
I'm an older new husband. My young wife from Malaysia (we will get married in Belize I hope) will be having a baby in September. We're thinking of having him in Belize as I'll be working there. We'll be in Ambergris Caye so I see we ...
We have wonderful midwives available in Belize. Read More
Passport Stamping by canadianbcgirl
Has anyone tried to get there passport stamped at the local police station instead of the immigration office? I read that you could either get your passport stamped at either place.
You can show up early but you will lose days. The visa is extended 30 days from the day you go to Immigration. BTW, if your 30 day date is on a Saturday, you must go on Friday. If it is on Sunday, you may wait to go on Monday. Just FYI Read More
Many thanks Corozal and Consejo Shores... by BravoBill
Had a great 30 Belize days. Couldn't have been possible without the help I received from forum members here before arriving. Meeting many of you in person was my pleasure. Sincerely Bill
Great! Look forward to seeing you back in Belize. Keep in touch. :) Read More
Many thanks Corozal and Consejo Shores... by BravoBill
Had a great 30 Belize days. Couldn't have been possible without the help I received from forum members here before arriving. Meeting many of you in person was my pleasure. Sincerely Bill
It was great meeting you too! Have you left Belize then? Read More
Wanting to relocate to Belize by christouly
If someone out there could give me some advice on moving to Belize I sure would appreciate it. My backround is in the Restaurant business and have worked in other countries including the Russian Federation. Thank you
Catherine... do you even have legal permission to move your grandson outside the US? It sounds like you have to follow rules to have custody of him and that's usually one of the restricutions. Do you both have passports? Rules for traveling with ... Read More
how many seasons in there ? by airturkey
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Yup! Mother Nature dealt us quite a blow this year! Read More
how many seasons in there ? by airturkey
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Nope. Two seasons. Dry season and rainy season. We are in dry season now. Rainy season begins in June. Lasts until nov 30. Read More
Residency Details for a Family by Jardin del Alma
Hello All, New to the forums and have done quite a bit of reading the last few weeks. I really appreciate all of the useful information you have all put together here. It is quite invaluable to those of us in the process. We are prepping for a ...
You get a 30 day visa on entering the country. Then, every 30 days you must go to the local Immigration office and apply for an additional 30 day extension. For the first six months, the extension costs $50BZ for each person. After that the ... Read More
The other side of the Belizian postcard by Julien
Hi, As a tourist in a foreign country, very often, we are enchanted with what we discover. Living abroad is different. It's a rich experience but there are also some difficulties to face. When people ask me for advice on living abroad, I ...
The beauty of this country will make you gasp! The poverty in this country will make you gasp! Read More
Belize Medical Costs by canadianbcgirl
From time to time people here ask questions to the cost of things and about medical here in Belize. So here is an update to a cost I have incurred (quoted in Belize dollars, for USD, cut half). two visits to the doctor, walk in type clinic $80 . A ...
Here in Corozal I use five Rivers Clinic. Prices inBZ $. Walk in visit $15 BZ ($7.50 US). If monitoring a chronic condition, blood pressure, weight management, heart, etc... They have an annual,plan. $120 BZ for unlimited visits. Additional ... Read More
Health care coverage by BPB60
hi, i'm looking for some info and hope someone who has moved to belize can help. my wife and i (common law) are thinking of retiring in belize for at least 6 to 8 months of the year. we would qualify for the QRP program (i think) but not sure how ...
Hi. I'm American so many of my answers may not fit, but I will be happy to share what I think might be generally relevant. I had a 3x CABG about a year before I moved to Corozal, Belize. I was on eleven meds when I arrived. Now I am on one. I ... Read More
Belikins home delivery by John A Miner
I have been trying to call Beliken at 501 422 2095 on my magic jack to get home delivery in Corozal. No luck. In fact I don't seem to have much luck calling many 501 numbers. Now when I call South Carolina or Michigan- no problema. Any suggestions ...
:) Well I have to say that my experience is different that John's I think. I love my Magic Jack and use it often. I even use the app wireless on my iPad. I just tap on it and call my Mom or my son or brother. They tell me it's clear as a bell. ... Read More
Immigration Contact by Cathiekl
Looking for an email contact (a person) at Immigration. I understand this used to be Ms Anderson, but she in no longer connected with this area. I want to send the information about why I was out of the country 14 days (medically required testing) ...
Anyone with info? Read More
Immigration Contact
Looking for an email contact (a person) at Immigration. I understand this used to be Ms Anderson, but she in no longer connected with this area. I want to send the information about why I was out of the country 14 days (medically required testing) ... Read More