Mexico
Popular coastal hubs like Mérida or Playa del Carmen with warm culture and cuisine.
Important Notice: No Individual Advice
The information provided is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute individual legal, tax, or financial advice. Please consult qualified professionals for personal decisions.
Key Metrics
Cost of Living
Cost Breakdown
Quality of Life
Taxes
Tax information for Mexico
Tax resident after 183 days in 12 months or with life center
2024
April 30th of following year
No - worldwide income
Income Tax
Progressive system on worldwide income
| From | To | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| €0 | €466 | 1.92% |
| €466 | €3,951 | 6.4% |
| €3,951 | €6,944 | 10.88% |
| €6,944 | €8,072 | 16% |
| €8,072 | €9,664 | 17.92% |
| €9,664 | €19,492 | 21.36% |
| €19,492 | €30,721 | 23.52% |
| €30,721 | €58,652 | 30% |
| €58,652 | €78,203 | 32% |
| €78,203 | €234,609 | 34% |
| €234,609 | Unlimited | 35% |
Temporary Resident Visa allows taxation only on Mexican income (4 years)
Pension Tax
Foreign pensions often benefit under double tax treaties
Capital Gains Tax
10% on securities gains for residents
Dividend Tax
Wealth Tax
No wealth tax in Mexico
VAT
16%Important Notice
This is not tax advice. Mexican tax system is complex. Consult a Mexican tax advisor.
This is not tax, legal, or investment advice. Tax laws change frequently and can be complex. The information provided is for general informational purposes only. Please consult a tax advisor licensed in Mexico for your specific situation.
Healthcare
Healthcare in Mexico
IMSS + private
Private recommended
Expat Access
IMSS for Temporal/Permanent Residents
Excellent, affordable
€60-150/month
Climate Change & Future Outlook
Climate risks in Mexico
Mexico: Highly endangered. #136 readiness (WEAK!), #114 vulnerability. MEXICO CITY WATER CRISIS! North drying, coasts threatened. Huge contrasts.
Climate Scenarios
Switch between IPCC SSP pathways
SSP2-4.5
Current policy trajectory – ~2.7°C warming by 2100, moderate mitigation.
Values are approximations relative to our SSP2-4.5 baseline. They illustrate directional change, not exact national projections.
Overall Climate Risk
Projected risk index (0 = low risk, 100 = extreme risk)
Risk Categories
Personal climate risk assessment
Tune the analysis to your health profile and comfort level.
Age group
Sensitivity
Risk tolerance
Personalized risk index
Current level: Very High
Priority risks
Water & Drought
Base 92 → Personal 92
Economic Impact
Base 88 → Personal 88
What to prioritize
- •Check long-term water security and avoid regions with frequent restrictions.
- •Budget for higher insurance/utilities and diversify income streams against climate shocks.
- •Prioritise shaded neighborhoods, AC-ready apartments, and early-morning routines.
Adaptation Measures
- •€20B Mexico City water (desperate!), north irrigation
- •LEAVE Mexico City! North uninhabitable. Dengue protection!
Climate Resilience
ND-GAIN #136/#114. WEAK! Readiness poor despite large economy. Water crisis critical.
Tips
- 💡Mexico City water crisis! North (Monterrey) desert. Yucatan/south better.
- 💡City sinking 30cm! Cutzamala system collapsing.
Pros
- •Yucatan/Oaxaca OK, large economy, diverse regions
Cons
- •MEXICO CITY WATER CRISIS! North desert, hurricanes, PM2.5: 30
Notes
WATER CRISIS EXISTENTIAL: Mexico City groundwater depleted, Cutzamala collapsing, city sinking 30cm. North becoming desert. ND-GAIN #136 = weak readiness. Only south (Yucatan, Oaxaca) safe. Multi-year droughts since 2022.
Data sources
Scientific Disclaimer
Climate projections are based on models with inherent uncertainties. Actual outcomes may differ. We present mainstream scientific consensus (IPCC) but acknowledge uncertainty ranges. This is not financial advice. Consult climate scientists and experts for specific decisions.
Safety & Security
Safety & Crime in Mexico
Safety Indicators
Comparison with DACH Region
For comparison: Germany (CPI: 78), Austria (CPI: 71), Switzerland (CPI: 82)
Notes
Standard precautions recommended in urban areas.
Visa & Immigration
Immigration Options for Mexico
Visa Options
Temporary Resident Visa
For retirees
Permanent Resident Visa
After 4 years or immediately
Path to Permanent Residency
Permanent residency after 4 years. Citizenship after 5 years.
Important Notice
Visa and immigration regulations change frequently. The information provided is for general informational purposes only. Please consult the official government website or an immigration attorney for current and accurate information.
Climate
Data Sources & Updates
Data Sources
- OECD Tax Database(OECD Terms of Use)
- NOAA Climate Data(Public Domain)
- WHO Global Health Observatory(CC BY-NC-SA 3.0)
- World Bank World Development Indicators(CC BY 4.0)
- Numbeo(User-Generated Data)
- Numbeo Quality of Life Index(CC BY 4.0)