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DENNIS
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| Quote: | Originally posted by noproblemo2
Maybe we need a Nomad Dispute Board for squables!!! |
No way. It's all part of the charm of the place. After dissenting posters are told where to take there issues, you'll be telling them what they're
allowed to say.
Censorship sucks.
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monoloco
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We just crossed at Tecate with a trailer full of tools in plain sight and the only things they charged a duty on were a second hand dresser and some
new ATV tires. I had no receipt for the tires, they asked how much I paid for them I told them $257 and they charged me 15% of that, I told them I got
the dresser at a garage sale for $25 and the charged me 15% of that, no disputes. I considered them to be very fair. Have never been asked about our
immigration status I don't think that having a FM3 allows you to bring anything different than an FMT unless you are doing the one time import of
household goods.
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DENNIS
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| Quote: | Originally posted by monoloco
I don't think that having a FM3 allows you to bring anything different than an FMT unless you are doing the one time import of household goods.
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That is correct. The Mexicans are held to the same regulations.
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monoloco
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| Quote: | Originally posted by DENNIS
| Quote: | Originally posted by monoloco
I don't think that having a FM3 allows you to bring anything different than an FMT unless you are doing the one time import of household goods.
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That is correct. The Mexicans are held to the same regulations. |
Actually, from what I've heard, I think
that they are more strict with Mexicans.
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DianaT
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| Quote: | Originally posted by monoloco
We just crossed at Tecate with a trailer full of tools in plain sight and the only things they charged a duty on were a second hand dresser and some
new ATV tires. I had no receipt for the tires, they asked how much I paid for them I told them $257 and they charged me 15% of that, I told them I got
the dresser at a garage sale for $25 and the charged me 15% of that, no disputes. I considered them to be very fair. Have never been asked about our
immigration status I don't think that having a FM3 allows you to bring anything different than an FMT unless you are doing the one time import of
household goods. |
Did they stop you, or did you stop on your own?
And I agree about them being stricter with Mexican citizens---that is what our friends tell us.
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monoloco
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Right now the Tecate crossing is torn up and there is no declare lane operational. I received the green light but the guy stopped us any way. Had
there been a declare lane I would have used it.
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durrelllrobert
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| Quote: | Originally posted by norcalbajabetty
Thanks for the quick reply. They were hoping to bring a compressor, nail guns, drills, skill saws,...etc. All used. We are going to
also need to refurbish/replace our solar system. Anyone getting hassled for bring solar supplies down? I do not think they are available there.
How would an FM-3 help in this situation?
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If you are bringing a Hilty for driving nails into concrete, dont bring the the .22 caliber cartridges since they are considered ammunition. Buy those
down here. 
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durrelllrobert
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Absolutely NO legal rights? Really?
It's my understanding that you are here illegally and can be deported if you are living down here without an FM3/FM2
just like they do in the USA
Bob Durrell
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grace59
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| Quote: | Originally posted by durrelllrobert
Absolutely NO legal rights? Really?
It's my understanding that you are here illegally and can be deported if you are living down here without an FM3/FM2
just like they do in the USA |
I believe that this is true. When we bought our property in Mexico, we were told that we needed at least an FM3. We applied for it in Mexico because
it was much easier to do there than at our local consulate. Here is the Mexican Consulates link for owning property in Mexico...it states you must
have an FM2 or an FM3. This arguement has gone around for a long time. I just think it is best to err on the safe side and have the FM3.
http://portal.sre.gob.mx/was_eng/index.php?option=displaypag...
My question: It was stated that you could get in trouble for working on your own home. How is that possibe?
Whenever I hear that rainy, chill wind blow. I think it may be time to head for Mexico. Tengo que obedecer mi corazon!
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DENNIS
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| Quote: | Originally posted by grace59
My question: It was stated that you could get in trouble for working on your own home. How is that possibe? |
It isn't possible. You can work on your own home and you don't have to hire a national to do anything if you do it yourself.
All of the nebulous, unverified rumors of laws that some people don't know but have no problems spreading around have resulted in terrorizing a lot of
expats. That's all it is.
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Skeet/Loreto
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I have been going to Baja Sur since 1967, I have had an FM#3, a Meixcan Corporation, a small Ranch, 2 Homes, a Fidecomiso, a Real Estate business
where I sold at least 18 properties. I have also gone to Court in Constitution and won a case where people where trying to otain illegal access to my
Beach Front. I have had a La paz Attorney, Notoria, and have never had a monemts Trouble.
Why: Because i tried my best to act like a mexican and obey thier Laws. When I was in Doubt I checked with my Mexican Friends and my Attorney.
I have been across at Tecate many , many times and have never had any troubles
The one time I had a problem was taking Clothes to the Children so at the advice of a mexican Friend i started bringing the Clothes in Suitcases,
Whole Pick up Full, never any trouble.
Skeet/Loreto
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DianaT
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| Quote: | Originally posted by durrelllrobert
Absolutely NO legal rights? Really?
It's my understanding that you are here illegally and can be deported if you are living down here without an FM3/FM2
just like they do in the USA |
I do believe it is what the law says, and it states you cannot leave property---but like in most countries, including Mexico and the US, what the law
says, and what happens in a courtroom are often different than what is written.
I was quite amazed to see how much control over property rights one judge could have---it was an interesting experience.
And, even with an FM3 you can be deported for lots of reasons----not a good idea to make the wrong person angry while living there.
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postholedigger
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I've driven down for vacation with a full complement of tools (all used) and some supplies to help a friend fix his place up. Got a green light but
was waved over anyway. I told them exactly what I was there for and that these tools were mine and they would return to the U.S. with me at the end of
the week. Pasale...
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UnoMas
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DianaT............
What David said is if you leave property in Mexico you must have at least an fm-3, true. If you have a truck load of power tools crossing the border
you may not be looked at as a tourists but you might get away with it. You
said your sister won a court case without her fm-3 but you didn't say if it was being processed at the time? We all know that in Mexico the person
before you has jurisdiction and can interpret law as they see fit and we as readers DON'T have all the details of the case!
Since you built a home in BA I guess you are the know it all(as stated in a pervious post) of Mexico and their laws so I guess we should all direct
are legal questions to you?
You really need to move on from your dislike of David, it really puts a bad example on this board for someone looking for info. You need to get off
the liar stuff, no one called you a liar that I have seen, you always seem to be the aggressor. Just my take
[Edited on 11-5-2009 by UnoMas]
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DianaT
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Unomas
I wrote a long response to you but decided to edit it---
It is enough to say that some people get it, and some do not and you are entitled to your opinion---and DK is entitled to be the continual victim.
And if you believe that I am less than honest, so be it. And if you think I have ever claimed to know everything, so be it---it is your choice.
Diane
[Edited on 11-5-2009 by DianaT]
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