Logistics — Mail, Moving & Shipping for Americans in Mexico
A U.S. street address before you leave, then movers, luggage shipping and pet relocation vetted for U.S.-to-Mexico routes.
Updated October 2026
By Bruno Bianchi, CEO of Spainguru (225,000+ community members) · Updated October 2026
Partners pay Moveinmexico a listing fee or a commission when you sign up. Your price never changes and our recommendations are independent. How we choose partners
Traveling Mailbox
Virtual U.S. Address
Traveling Mailbox gives you a real U.S. street address with mail scanning, mail forwarding, and remote check deposit — the virtual mailbox we recommend for Americans living in
- Real U.S. street address not a PO Box
- Mail scanning within 1–2 business days of arrival
- On-demand forwarding internationally
International Moving Quotes
International Moving
International Moving Quotes connects you with up to 6 vetted movers shipping U.S. → Mexico for free side-by-side quotes. One form, multiple quotes back, often within 24
- Free service — no charge to use the comparison platform
- FMC-licensed carriers for ocean freight
- Door-to-door pricing to CDMX, San Miguel, Mérida, Lake Chapala, etc.
Send My Bag
Luggage & Parcel Shipping
Send My Bag picks up suitcases at your old U.S. address and delivers them to your new home in Mexico — typically within 4–8 days, often cheaper than airline overweight-bag
- Door-to-door pickup and delivery with online tracking
- Insurance options available
- Customs declaration handled
PetCargo
Pet Relocation
PetCargo coordinates the full chain for moving your dog or cat from the U.S. to Mexico: USDA endorsement, IATA-compliant crate sourcing, airline booking, and ground transport on both ends. Specialists in tricky
- USDA endorsement coordinated through VEHCS if required
- IATA-compliant crate sourced and shipped to you
- Airline booking with carriers that fly to Mexico
How we choose partners
Independent online reviews, feedback from the 225,000-member Spainguru community, an interview with Bruno, years in business and how fast they answer. Partners pay a listing fee or a commission; featured placement is commercial and is labelled; the “vetted” judgement is never bought. Read the full disclosure.
Disclaimer: general information for U.S. citizens living or planning to live in Mexico — not tax, legal, financial or immigration advice. Financial requirements are indicative 2026 figures: Mexican consulates apply different thresholds, documentation rules and exchange rates, and the UMA they are based on changes every year. Always confirm the requirements with the consulate handling your application, and tax questions with the IRS, SAT or a qualified professional before acting.