Best RV crossings: Nogales-Mariposa (height clearance), Douglas (24/7 Banjercito). Get FMM and TIP at border. Avoid weekends. Tecate easiest for first-timers.
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Mexican driver's license: Must be resident (not tourist), need passport, resident card, proof of address, blood type. Tests often waived with foreign license.
Buy car in Mexico: need resident visa + CURP (tourists can't register). Verify factura, check REPUVE. Prices 20-40% higher than US.
Nationalize a car in Mexico: need residency, 2017-2018+ North American model, clean title. Cost: 10-50% duty + 16% tax on Aduana value.
Mexico TIP required outside Free Zone. Costs $51 + $200-$400 deposit (refundable). Valid 180 days for tourists. Apply at Banjercito online or border. Must cancel when exiting.
Mexico customs: 3L liquor + 6L wine, 2 cameras, 3 phones, 1 laptop allowed. Bring aged cheese, dried fruits, cured meats. No fresh produce or dairy.
Bringing pets to Mexico: no health certificate needed by car. Flying? Check airline policies, avoid summer heat embargoes. Dogs need CDC form to return to US.
Ship goods to Mexico: need Menaje de Casa ($179) from consulate. Items must be owned 6+ months. Only bring sentimental or irreplaceable items.
Mexican citizenship: 5 years residency (2 if married to Mexican). Spanish test + history exam. Max 6 months outside Mexico. Dual citizenship allowed.
Mexican residency offers unlimited stay, 40-60% tax savings on property sales, vehicle ownership, banking access, and senior discounts. Process takes 2-4 weeks.
Mexico special visas: Spouse sponsorship (from $6,562 combined), work permits, student visas, family sponsorship. Reduces financial requirements.
Mexico permanent residency: need 4 years temp residency + $8,750/month income. Never expires once approved. Complete requirements guide.
Mexico temp residency: $5,250/month income OR $87,500 investments. Apply at consulate ($56), complete at INM within 30 days. Valid 1-4 years with work permit.
No visa needed for most nationalities visiting Mexico. FMM tourist card costs 861 pesos (~$50), allows up to 180 days. Passport needs validity for stay only.