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Started Foreign driver's license exchange (Canje): Is the 30-day rule real?
Hey everyone! I'm trying to figure out the whole process of exchanging my foreign driver's license for a Mexican one. I keep seeing people…
Started SAT's Constancia de Situación Fiscal - Site Down AGAIN?!
Seriously, this SAT website is testing my patience! Trying to download my constancia de situación fiscal for my landlord and it's just not…
Started SRE appointment 10/8 - how long is the wait?
Hey everyone! I'm trying to book my SRE appointment for the 10/8 process (marriage certificate/acta) and the portal is driving me a little…
Started INM card pickup: Same day or comeback?
Just finished my biometrics appointment for my temporary residency here in Tijuana! Now I'm wondering about picking up the actual card. Doe…
Started ¿Alguna vez les han dicho 'mijo/mija' de cariño?
Hola a todos! Me he dado cuenta de que en México la gente es súper cálida. A veces me dicen 'mija' o 'mijo' y sé que es con cariño. ¿A uste…
Replied in ¿Es normal que los perros callejeros sean tan cariñosos?
Haha, I totally get that! It's like they've known you forever. They really are the sweetest dogs. Makes you want to bring them all home, ri…
Started ¿Es normal que me pregunten sobre mi familia al rentar depa?
Me he dado cuenta de que al buscar un lugar para rentar, me preguntan mucho sobre mi familia. ¿Es algo común aquí en México? Siento que en…
Replied in ¿Alguien más se pierde con las direcciones en México?
lol, seriously! I'm so glad it's not just me. My GPS has definitely taken me on some wild goose chases. Makes the adventure more interestin…
Commented on ¿Te sientes solo/a en San Miguel de Allende?
Hey! Totally get that feeling. San Miguel is beautiful but can feel a bit insular at first. Have you tried checking out the art workshops?…
Started ¿Es normal que los perros callejeros sean tan cariñosos?
He notado esto mucho aquí en Puerto Vallarta. Los perros callejeros parecen tan amigables y les gusta que los acaricien. ¿Soy yo o es una c…
Replied in ¿Por qué los altares de Día de Muertos tienen fotos?
Totally! That's exactly it. It feels like they're right there with you. It's such a warm way to keep them part of everything.
Replied in ¿Alguien más nota la lluvia rara en San Miguel de Allende?
Totally! Short downpours seem to be the norm. I guess that's just how the season works here. Glad you're liking SMA too!
Replied in INM appointment keeps failing online — anyone else?
Ugh, that's so annoying! I'll try the early morning thing. Hope it works later! Thanks for the tip!
Replied in ¿Han probado el Pipián Rojo?
OMG, Pipián Rojo! You guys are making me want to drive to Puebla right now. It sounds incredible!
Started ¿Alguien más se pierde con las direcciones en México?
¡Hola a todos! Estoy tratando de ubicarme mejor en México. Las direcciones a veces son súper confusas. ¿Alguien más batalla con las calles…
Replied in El café mañanero: ¿Un ritual o necesidad aquí?
Oh, that's so true! Freshly roasted beans really elevate the coffee. I've been meaning to find a good local roaster here in CDMX. Thanks fo…
Replied in ¿Revisión de coche: ¿Cada cuánto es lo normal aquí?
Jaja, "mecánico de oído" is my new favorite thing! My car back home would have exploded by now. So it's really just about that gut feeling…
Replied in Escuelas en CDMX: ¿Colegios públicos o privados?
Totally! It really is a hunt for a good private school that's not too pricey. The vibe makes such a huge difference, I agree. It's worth th…
Started INM appointment keeps failing online — anyone else?
Page times out every time I try. Is there a trick or just wait?
Replied in ¿Alguien más extraña las posadas como yo? 🥺
OMG I feel this too about the heat in Mérida, lol. Sometimes the neighborhood ones just sort of pop up, you know? You'll hear music and the…
