[Bell Woodhouse]

Hi Marilyn, this may surprise you but Mexico is going from strength to strength. We’ve got our first strong female Presidente and she is doing great things in this country. The US tariffs mentioned mainly affect you on the US side as they are imposed by your government on good imported from Mexico. Unfortunately this does impact you as the US imports a lot of things from Mexico.
Public transport will depend on where you decide to settle in the country but every city and town has a public system. Usually buses or minivans, which are very cheap and the drivers are lovely dropping you as close to your destination as possible. Even the taxi’s are a lot cheaper than in the US running at about a quarter of the cost so it’s afforedable to get around.
I hope this all helps and if you have other in depth questions about Mexico I would recommend subscribing to Mexico News Daily. It is the largest English speaking publication in Mexico, $5 a month, and a wonderful resource for all things US/Mexico as it is owned and operated by Americans so they give a boots on the ground first hand account of all aspects of Mexico including politics which are covered in a recap daily.
Warm Regards,
Bel – IL Mexico Correspondent.
(bwoodhouse@internationalliving.com)

[Bell Woodhouse]

Hi Laura, I’m Bel, the Mexico Correspondent and there is a perfect place for you in San Miguel de Allende. Wonderful mountain climate, a very large expat community with a large portion being retirees, and the city offers excellent senior care facilities and healthcare.
Here is the resource page for more information –
https://internationalliving.com/countries/mexico/san-miguel-de-allende-mexico/

[Bell Woodhouse]

[Bell Woodhouse]

Hi Susan, yes Chapala is right next to Ajijic and you can walk between the two so you’d love Chapala as well. I’ve met people who live there and love the relaxed lifestyle, culture, food, and everything about the area. That explains why it’s got one of a largest expat communities in Mexico!
I’d recommend jumping on Facebook and joing a few of those expat groups like Friendly Gringos Ajijic and Chapala – https://www.facebook.com/groups/212463755765570
They’ll be able to answer all of your questions.
Warm Regards, Bel – Mexico Correspondent.

[Bell Woodhouse]

Hi Evan, I don’t know anyone looking into that area, but I’ll put some feelers out and send them your way if I find someone.
Warm Regards, Bel – Mexico Correspondent.

[Bell Woodhouse]

Hi Joseph, I love Croatia! Well, I’ve visited but not lived and while it’s not a country that we see a lot of people retiring to, I’ll keep my eyes out for any information I can send your way.
Warm Regards, Bel – Mexico Correspondent.

[Bell Woodhouse]

Hi Ninette, thanks for joining us here on the community site. I haven’t heard of anyone settling in Romania but if I do I’ll be sure to put them in touch.
Warm Regards, Bel – Mexico Correspondent.

[Bell Woodhouse]

Hi Andrea, for Mexico, yes you have to apply in country once you have your residency. To fine the INAPAM Office closest to where you will be living, just have a quick Google search and it will list them.
You have to be over 60 to apply and a resident of Mexico. As I said, some offices are. not issuing them to those with Temporary Residency, only Permenant Residency, so that’s something to be aware of.
It’s easy to apply, just take your proof of age, identity, and residency card and that’s it!
Bel Woodhouse – Mexico Correspondent.

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