Practical, task-focused pages designed for quick answers and safe first-week decisions.
First 7 Days Checklist
The essential setup sequence for newcomers arriving in Mexico City.
SIM and Mobile Data
Comparing Telcel, AT&T Mexico, and Movistar for new arrivals in CDMX.
Housing and Rent
Common traps in CDMX lease agreements and how to spot them.
Daily Essentials
Where to shop for groceries in CDMX without overspending.
Transport and Mobility
How to navigate CDMX's transit system affordably as a newcomer.
Work and Legal Basics
Understanding your legal status options for living in CDMX.
Housing and Rent
How to verify rental listings in CDMX as a foreign tenant.
SIM and Mobile Data
Getting good connectivity in CDMX without overpaying.
Transport and Mobility
How to get and use transit cards for CDMX's public transport.
Housing and Rent
How utilities work in CDMX apartments as a foreigner.
Daily Essentials
A realistic starting budget for expats moving to Mexico City.
First 7 Days Checklist
Healthcare options and insurance choices for foreigners in CDMX.
First 7 Days Checklist
The documents to gather and organise in your first week in CDMX.
Daily Essentials
Where to buy affordable furniture and home goods in CDMX.
Transport and Mobility
How to cut transport costs in one of the world's most congested cities.
Money and Payments
Choosing the right Mexican bank account for your income situation.
First 7 Days Checklist
The most common and costly errors made by new arrivals in CDMX.