Big update for the community! We've just revamped the membership plans on MyMexicoMove.com to make it easier than ever to access everything you need for your Mexico relocation journey. Here's what's now available: 🟢 EXPLORER (Free) - Start your journey with blog access, a taste of the AI Relocation Advisor, and a peek at community resources. Perfect for those just starting to explore. 🔵 STANDARD MEMBER ($29/month) - Full access to everything: ✅ Unlimited AI Relocation Advisor + personalized Move Plan ✅ All 4 Classroom courses (Mexico Basics, Visa, Housing, Legal) ✅ Full Wonderful Guanajuato Skool community access ✅ Full WonderfulGuanajuato.com - maps, neighborhoods, real estate data ✅ Monthly Live Q&A with Paul Green ✅ Email support + member discount directory ⭐ PREMIUM MEMBER ($97/month) - The VIP experience: ✅ Everything in Standard Member plan ✅ Monthly 30-min 1-on-1 call with Paul ✅ Direct WhatsApp access to Paul (Mon-Fri) ✅ Early access to new features + beta tools ✅ Priority support + custom document review ✅ VIP badge + exclusive Premium community channel All plans integrate MyMexicoMove.com, WonderfulGuanajuato.com, and this Skool community for a seamless relocation experience. Ready to upgrade? Visit MyMexicoMove.com to choose your plan!

We've been busy building out this community with lots of new content and features. Here's a quick rundown of what's new: 📚 NEW CLASSROOM COURSES We now have 4 full courses available in the Classroom: - Mexico Basics for Beginners – Everything you need to know before you arrive - Living in Guanajuato – A deep-dive into daily life, culture, neighborhoods & more - Moving to Mexico Step-by-Step – Visas, housing, healthcare, banking & transportation - Mexico Legal & Immigration Guide – Temporary residency, permanent residency, citizenship & more 📅 UPCOMING EVENTS Two new events have been added to the Calendar: - New Member Welcome Coffee Chat – April 5 at 9am (Mexico City time). A casual virtual get-together for new members. No agenda, just good conversation! - Live Q&A: Moving to Mexico – April 19 at 6pm (Mexico City time). Got burning questions about your move? Bring them all to this open Q&A session. Head to the Classroom and Calendar tabs above to explore everything. We're excited to keep growing this community!

Guanajuato is one of the most affordable cities in Mexico for expats — here's an honest, community-sourced breakdown of what you'll actually spend each month. All prices in USD. Exchange rate used: ~17.5 MXN per $1 USD (March 2026) --- 🏠 HOUSING Renting in Guanajuato City: - Studio/1BR in Centro Historico: $350–$550/month - 2BR apartment (Centro or La Valenciana): $450–$750/month - 3BR house with garden (outside centro): $600–$1,000/month - Luxury furnished apartment: $900–$1,500/month Tips: Prices are lower when rented in pesos directly from local landlords. Furnished expat apartments cost more. Facebook groups and word of mouth often beat online listings. --- 🍽️ FOOD & GROCERIES - Weekly groceries for 1 person (local markets + supermarket): $40–$60 - Monthly groceries for a couple: $200–$300 - Meal at a local comedor (set lunch menu): $3–$5 - Nice sit-down restaurant dinner for 2: $20–$40 - Coffee at a local cafe: $1.50–$3.50 - Beer at a bar: $1.50–$3 The Mercado Hidalgo and neighborhood tianguis (markets) are excellent for fresh produce at very low prices. --- 🚌 TRANSPORTATION - Local bus (camion): ~$0.40 per ride - Taxi within city: $3–$7 - Uber/DiDi: $2–$6 for most city trips - Monthly Uber budget (moderate use): $40–$80 - Car ownership: Not necessary in the centro, but helpful for day trips --- 💡 UTILITIES - CFE electricity (small apartment): $15–$40/month - Internet (fiber/cable, 100 Mbps): $20–$35/month - Water: $5–$15/month - Gas (propane tank): $15–$25/month - Cell phone plan (Telcel/AT&T unlimited): $20–$35/month Note: Guanajuato's climate is mild (65–75°F year-round) so heating/AC costs are minimal! --- 🏥 HEALTHCARE - IMSS voluntary enrollment: ~$550 USD/year (full public healthcare) - Private doctor visit: $15–$40 - Private specialist: $30–$80 - Basic prescriptions: $5–$20 - Dental cleaning: $20–$40 - Dental crown: $150–$300 --- 💰 SAMPLE MONTHLY BUDGETS Minimalist solo expat: $800–$1,200/month Comfortable solo lifestyle: $1,200–$1,800/month

One of the most common questions we get: "How do I actually move to Guanajuato legally?" Here's a practical breakdown of the main visa and residency options for 2026. --- 📌 TOURIST VISA (FMM / Visitor Permit) Most nationalities (US, Canada, EU, UK, Australia) enter Mexico without a visa and receive a free 180-day tourist entry. This is NOT a visa — it's a visitor permit stamped in your passport. Key rules: - 180 days max per entry - You cannot legally work for pay - You can leave and re-enter to reset the clock, but immigration officers have discretion - Great for "try before you buy" — test living in Guanajuato before committing --- 🌳 TEMPORARY RESIDENCY (Residente Temporal) This is the most popular choice for expats who want to live in Mexico for 1-4 years. It's renewable and can lead to permanent residency. Qualifications (you need ONE of these): - Monthly income: approx. $2,200+ USD/month (amounts adjust annually) - Savings/investments: approx. $36,000+ USD in a bank account - A job offer from a Mexican employer - Spouse/family of a Mexican national or permanent resident Process: 1. Apply at a Mexican consulate in your home country 2. Get your entry visa (valid 6 months to use once) 3. Enter Mexico and visit your local INM (immigration) office within 30 days 4. Complete the process and receive your residency card Cost: Approx. $200-$400 USD total in fees Processing time: 2-8 weeks depending on consulate --- 🌟 PERMANENT RESIDENCY (Residente Permanente) After 4 years of temporary residency, you can apply for permanent residency. You can also qualify directly if you: - Are 60+ years old with a pension - Have a Mexican-born child - Are married to a Mexican national - Can show very high income/savings (approx. $87,000 USD in savings) Permanent residents can work freely, never need to renew, and can stay indefinitely. --- 🏠 WHY GUANAJUATO CITY IS A GREAT CHOICE Guanajuato's INM office is relatively manageable compared to larger cities like Mexico City or Guadalajara. Many expats report a smooth process with patience and proper paperwork.

Hey Guanajuato community! Here are some key resources to get the most out of your time in this magical city: 🌟 WonderfulGuanajuato.com - Your complete guide to Guanajuato! Discover neighborhoods, restaurants, events, expat tips, and everything you need to know about living in or visiting Guanajuato. 🇲🇽 MyMexicoMove.com - Thinking about relocating to Mexico? This membership site has step-by-step guides for visas, finding housing, healthcare, banking, and making the move a success. 📱 This Skool Community - Connect with fellow expats, visitors, and Guanajuato lovers right here. Share tips, ask questions, and build connections: skool.com/my-mexico-move-5758 Bookmark these resources and feel free to share them with anyone who loves Guanajuato or is considering a move to Mexico!