Tijuana

Regional snapshot

• Why people narrow here: Same-country context with heavy US adjacency—fits the national profile's emphasis on popularity with US expats for proximity, affordability versus many US metros, and large regional differences in safety and infrastructure; verify current local guidance on official channels.
• Airports & crossings: Tijuana International (TIJ) and cross-border pedestrian options are practical travel details, not separate visa regimes—residency categories remain national (SRE / consular) matters.
• Daily life: Spanish remains important for housing, authorities, and most services, as the country profile stresses outside expat-facing pockets; English prevalence varies by neighbourhood and industry.
• Healthcare: The profile highlights strong private options in major cities at lower cost than much of the US; public infrastructure can be uneven—confirm facilities and IMSS / insurer enrollment on official sources.
• Permit themes (national): Temporary and permanent resident visas, employer-sponsored routes, and income or savings thresholds follow national rules and consular discretion—confirm current requirements before planning.
• Watch-outs: National cons note mixed safety by state and city; this corridor has distinct cross-border and logistics dynamics. Tax residency after extended stays and evolving residency thresholds apply nationally—verify on official channels and with qualified advisors.