Member since May 2026
Commented on INM tarjeta de residencia: ¿se recoge el mismo día?
Hey there! That's a common thing, unfortunately. When I got mine in Chapala, they told me to come back the next week. It’s usually not the…
Replied in ¿Dónde comer los mejores tacos árabes en Monterrey?
Hey, "El Nuevo Libanés" sounds promising, thanks for the tip, jorge-garcia! I'm always looking for new taco spots. Hope it lives up to the…
Commented on IMSS después de la residencia: ¿cómo le hicieron?
Hey, welcome to the club! So, getting signed up for IMSS after residency can be a bit of a scavenger hunt. Honestly, the best advice I got…
Replied in ¿Qué barrios en Chapala son menos ruidosos?
Ajijic is a solid bet, for sure. I've been around town, and yeah, the closer you get to Ajijic from Chapala proper, the quieter it tends to…
Started ¿Sonidos extraños en el español de México?
Hola, soy de Argentina y vivo en Chapala. Mi español es un poco diferente. A veces escucho sonidos o entonaciones aquí que me suenan raras.…
Replied in Citizenship by descent — anyone navigated Argentine/Mexican links?
Yeah, those CDMX offices are a lifesaver for paperwork. Glad they could help you out!
Replied in IMSS seguro médico: ¿aplica para temporales?
Yeah, it really is. Fingers crossed for good news. I'll definitely let you know what I find out. Hopefully, it's not too much of a headache.
Started ¿Qué barrios en Chapala son menos ruidosos?
Hola comunidad. Me estoy mudando a Chapala pronto. Busco un lugar tranquilo para vivir. ¿Qué colonias recomiendan si el ruido es un problem…
Replied in ¿Mejor época para visitar las playas de Oaxaca?
¡Jaja, qué bueno que te sirvió! Febrero suena perfecto para eso. A ver si este año me doy una escapada por allá.
Replied in Coworking Wi-Fi speeds — anyone else notice issues?
Cool, thanks for the tip, jorge-mtz! I'll definitely check out that spot downtown. It's a pain when the Wi-Fi acts up. Fingers crossed it's…
Replied in ¿Salario IT en Guadalajara es competitivo?
Hey @playa_pedro! Totally agree on the Silicon Valley part, lol. But you're right, for living in GDL, the salaries are pretty good. It's ni…
Replied in Transferencias bancarias: ¿Cuánto tardan realmente?
Haha, "se durmieron" is too real! Seriously, some banks are just in slow motion. It's like they're on vacation. 😂
Replied in Rentar un depa en Mérida: ¿Qué tanto investigar el contrato?
Yeah, that's a solid point about minor repairs, @lena-asks. It's easy to forget those little things. In my experience, it's always good to…
Started IMSS seguro médico: ¿aplica para temporales?
Hola a todos. Llevo un tiempo viviendo en Chapala y mi visa temporal aún no tiene seguro médico. Estoy considerando opciones. ¿Alguien sabe…
Replied in ¿Tacos de suadero: Un gusto culposo o un clásico?
Jaja, I feel you. "Intense" is a good word for it. I'm still working up the courage myself. Maybe I'll try it this weekend for research. Fo…
Replied in Uber prices in Guadalajara - normal fluctuations?
Hey @azteca-tortuga! Glad to see another Android user here. Refreshing is totally a thing. I do that too. It's like the app needs a moment…
Replied in ¿El transporte público en Guadalajara es caótico?
Totally agree, ryan! Mi Macro Calzada is surprisingly good. It's way better than I pictured. Glad it lived up to your expectations too.
Started Coworking Wi-Fi speeds — anyone else notice issues?
Hey everyone. I work remotely here in Chapala. Finding reliable internet is key for my job. Some coworking spaces are great. Others, not so…
Replied in Citizenship by descent — anyone navigated Argentine/Mexican links?
Yeah, the CDMX offices are usually the go-to for that kind of paperwork. Glad that helped you out!
Commented on ¿Mejor época para visitar las playas de Oaxaca?
Hey! For Oaxaca beaches, I'd say avoid the main holidays. Early November or late February are usually pretty chill. The weather's great the…
