How to Move to Mexico: Temporary Residency Visa + Real Expat Story

In this episode of Untold Secrets of Living Overseas, Shawna sits down with Ashley and Jeff, Move Overseas Now Academy members who left Portland, Oregon and made their dream of living abroad a reality in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

For years, living overseas had been on their minds. But after experiencing major life changes, gaining more flexibility through remote work, and realizing that tomorrow isn't guaranteed, they decided it was time to stop waiting.

They initially had their sights set on Spain. But after looking at their lifestyle, two senior dogs, aging family members, work situation, and desire to stay relatively close to the U.S., Mexico became the perfect first move abroad.

And instead of paying someone thousands to handle everything for them, they navigated much of the process themselves—with the Move Overseas Now Academy helping them understand the steps along the way.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why they chose Mexico over moving directly to Europe
• How they applied for Temporary Residency in Mexico
• The financial requirements they encountered during their application
• Why they decided to drive from the U.S. to Mexico with their dogs
• How they approached temporary housing and finding a long-term rental in Puerto Vallarta
• What happened at their Mexican Consulate appointment in Portland
• The residency step they almost missed after arriving in Mexico
• Unexpected fees and paperwork they encountered along the way
• What it's like continuing to work remotely while living in Mexico
• How their daily routine has already changed since leaving Oregon

Ashley and Jeff also get into something many Americans worry about: Is Mexico actually safe to live in? They share how their experience compares with the fears and warnings they heard before leaving the U.S.

Their biggest lesson? You don't need to have the next 20 years figured out.

Sometimes you just need to choose your first destination, understand your visa options, get your paperwork together, and start moving forward one step at a time.

✈️ Ready to Make Your Move Abroad?

If you’re serious about moving to Europe or Latin America in under a year, join Shawna’s FREE Abroad in a Year Masterclass.

You’ll learn how to navigate visas, finances, and relocation step-by-step—without wasting months researching or making costly mistakes.

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🙋‍♀️ Still Have Questions About Moving Abroad?

If you’re thinking about moving to Europe or Latin America but keep getting stuck on visas, money, healthcare, housing, or where you should even go, join Shawna’s LIVE & FREE Move Abroad Q&A.

Bring your questions and get real answers so you can start figuring out what your next step could actually look like.

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🧭 Ready to Get Serious About Your Move Abroad?

If moving abroad is no longer a “someday” idea and you’re ready to figure out how to make it happen for your specific situation, book a personalized Relocation Roadmap strategy session with a relocation advisor on Shawna’s team.

You’ll talk through your goals, timeline, finances, and potential relocation pathways.

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