Mexican Survival Tip 4 Communication
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Mexican Survival Tip #4: Effective Communication
Summary:
Communicating from Mexico to the rest of the world? Avoid the Mexican Postal Service. Its inefficiency is renowned, with delays and lost mail being common complaints. Despite frequent critiques, the authorities have yet to address these issues effectively.
Communication Challenges in Mexico:
Living in Mexico requires navigating the complexities of effective communication. Unfortunately, the postal system is notoriously unreliable. I’ve expressed my frustrations extensively, yet changes remain elusive.
Recent Experiences:
For instance, a check sent from my wife’s parents took more than eight weeks to arrive. After endorsing it and using airmail to return it, it still took over a month to reach our bank, despite costing over $2.50 USD to send.
Postal Service Woes:
Expect challenges if you rely on the postal service. Sending a first-class letter to the U.S. costs over $2.00 USD, with less than a 50% chance of it arriving. The same unpredictability applies to incoming mail. Be prepared for delays or losses.
Opt for Alternatives Like DHL:
For vital documents, using DHL is the safer choice, even though it operates within the same cultural framework. A friend who works as a translator faced issues when a package was discarded due to a minor error, despite contact information being available. Another encountered a missing baby dress from a package sent to the U.S.
Cultural Realities:
Packages are often subject to a culture that doesn’t prioritize delivery. In Guanajuato, for instance, utility companies hand-deliver bills because relying on the postal service is too risky.
Digital Solutions:
Whenever possible, use email or fax. I rely on these methods for sending articles or manuscripts. However, some American publishers insist on postal services, unaware of the risks involved.
Historical Context:
In the past, expatriates often “muled” their mail out of Mexico, sending it with someone traveling to the U.S. Now, mail services offer U.S.-based addresses for mail, which is then transported privately to Mexican outlets for collection. Unfortunately, Guanajuato lacks this service.
Phone and Internet Options:
Phone service is generally reliable. If you have DSL Internet, services like Vonage allow for inexpensive calls to and from the U.S.
Conclusion:
Whenever possible, use email or fax for communication. If you must courier documents internationally, DHL is your best bet, but even then, remain cautious.
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