Cozumel News October 7: Pilot Program for Elimination of the FMM form, RFC Deadline Reminder, Constancia de Situación fiscal, Beat Radio World Comes to Cozumel, and more!
Pilot Program for Elimination of the FMM form
Readers have been reporting that they have not been required to complete the FMM form when arriving at airports as close as Cancun and as far as Mexico City.
Mexican immigration authorities (INM) have implemented a pilot project to eliminate the “Forma Migratoria Multiple” (FMM) in select airports across Mexico. Under the new pilot program, INM stamps the visitor’s passport with the period of authorized stay instead of issuing a paper FMM.
As of this week, INM has not yet updated its website to reflect this change in procedures or the pilot program. Please follow the instructions provided by immigration officials and your airline.
Important Requirements
Visitors must always carry their original passport—not a copy.
Holders of Permanent or temporary resident Visas must carry their original documents when traveling.
Just this week I traveled from Playa del Carmen to Coatzacoalcos, Vera Cruz for a funeral. Immigration authorities accompanied by National military, stopped our bus over ten times for inspection. Everyone on board had to provide an INE if they were Mexican Citizen, Visa Credential if they were permanent or temporary residents, or a passport (bearing stamp with authorized dates and/or the FMM.
INM will detain, fine, and/or deport Visitors unable to provide a passport or who remain in Mexico beyond the authorized period.
If you hold an FMM
The FMM form has the authorized dates of you visit. Attach it to your passport. It is mandatory to provide it to immigration authorities when you depart.
Leaving Cozumel holding Resident Permanente or Temporal Visa
INM is no longer requiring the FMM form when flying out of the Cozumel airport. However, you must still go to the small immigration window located between the arriving and departing section of the airport and get your passport stamped.
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RFC Deadline Reminder
Published originally The Cozumel Sun June 13, 2022.
A new Mexican Law requires all citizens and legal residents (permanent and temporary) of Mexico 18 years and over have an RFC number. (Registro Federal de Contribuyentes). NEW DEADLINE December 31, 2022!
An RFC is a tax identification number, like your United States Social Security number if you are an individual. If you have worked in Mexico, own and operated a business, are part of a corporation, you already have one.
However, now everyone must have an RFC number even if you do not have a Mexican income. The Mexican government is requiring all businesses and utilities that issue Facturas (legal invoices) to report their customer’s RFC number.
You must have a legitimate RFC now to purchase a vehicle, open a bank account, receive a CFE invoice, contract a cable company, etc.
To Obtain an RFC
Make an appointment at your nearest SAT office to obtain your RFC. To do so, go to https://citas.sat.gob.mx/. Because of the new law, they are terribly busy, do not wait until the last minute!
At your appointment you will need to bring copies and originals the usual documentation (CURP, Utility invoice, Immigration Documentation, Passport) plus a thumb or flash drive.
“Constancia de Situación fiscal”
SAMPLE CONSTANCIA
Once you have an RFC number you must go online to generate a “Constancia de Situación fiscal.”
https://www.sat.gob.mx/aplicacion/53027/genera-tu-constancia-de-situacion-fiscal
This document completed Will define your tax status. Most retired expats will fall into the category of no tax obligations.
Tips:
Have all your legal documents and identifications scanned and, in your computer, so you may download them when prompted.
Be certain to have your mail program open as they will be emailing you a security code. There is a time limit on entering the code.
Both website links are in Spanish. If you are not fluent, have someone that is assist you. The Deadline to obtain your RFC is December 31, 2022! Do not wait until the last minute, the SAT office will be terribly busy.
Beat Radio World Comes to Cozumel
Marc Villeneuve, co-owner of Beat Radio World, contacted me to announce a partnership with our own 107.7 FM radio station.
Cozumel News October 7, 2022
Mr. Villeneuve created Beat Radio World in 2021 in the middle of the Corona Virus Pandemic. Many DJs felt the need to continue to play to an audience while confined.
One year later, BRW had over 300,000 listeners in 191 countries around the world! They are the first Web Radio adapted for the entire planet. The owners Marc Villeneuve (DJ GHZ) and Luc Souliere (DJ Soul) hope that you will enjoy the station.
Marc explained, “What a better way to offer music than via the web? We dedicate ourselves to offer you only the best DJs. Feel free to listen to us, like our Facebook page, and get the latest updates.”
Starting This Sunday!
Starting this Sunday, October 9th, 107.7 FM, The Voice of the Caribbean, will be broadcasting Beat Radio World on its frequency covering Cozumel, Playa del Carmen, and the Riviera Maya Area 7 Days pr week!
Beat Radio World 107.7 FM Cozumel will broadcast daily 12 a.m. to 2 a.m. EST.
Past your bedtime? Do not worry! Download The Beat Radio World App on The Amazon App Store, The Apple App Store, or Google Play. The playlist repeats itself three times per day in case you missed the 12 a.m. show.
Beat Radio World offers these types of music: Club Music, Chart Hits, 70s, 80s. 90s, 2000s, Hip Hop / R&B, House Music, Lounge, EDM, and much more!
Some of the big named DJs Beat Radio World offers are as follows: Nathassia, David Morales, MC Mario, Crystal Waters, The Cube Guys, Sister Bliss, Blasterjaxx, Sunery James, Ryan Marciano, and many more!
Beat Radio World Website: https://beatradioworld.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beatradioworld
Cozumel News October 7, 2022
FPMC Discount Credential
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MAP OF MEXICO’S TERRITORY IN 1822!
The Cozumel Sun Community Assistance Programs
Medication
We had one of our biggest months for donated medicines last month, thank you! All medication that we receive from you goes to T.S.C. free Clinic and pharmacy. Please check your medicine cabinet regularly and bring us your unused medication!
Todos Somos Cozumel Servicios Médicos Integral & Farmacia Comunitaria is located at Calle 85 bis con José María Morelos B in Colonia Repobladores.
The services are available by appointment only from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. The numbers listed are 987 141 3111, 987 989 7807, and 987 137 5133.
Medical Equiptment
In stock to loan wheelchair, walker, two sets of crutches, and nebulizar. Canes are donated to seniors. Other medical supplies are donated directly to the free clinic or public hospital.
Book Exchange & Store
Cozumel´s first Book Exchange & Papeleria offers School & Office Supplies, Printing, Copies, Scans, International Telephone, Internet Cafe, Gifts & Novelty Items.
The Book Exchange is a long-awaited community service that is FREE. We have hundreds of books and some movies in stock! NEW BOOKS COME IN EVERY WEEK! (Separate sections with Children’s Books, Crossword Puzzles, and a Magazine Section).
To start, you can PURCHASE an used books currently priced between $50 and $100 pesos. You may return these books and exchange for FREE in the future!
An assortment of books and movies are in stock FOR SALE. These are Coffee Table Books, Dictionaries, Guides and How to Books.
Call first or check our Facebook page for changes to hours or days of operation. Grandson Julian is running the store and book exchange on his own seven days per week. If I am unable to cover for him, we are unavailable certain hours or on certain days. We post these changes on our Facebook page, The Cozumel Sun Book Exchange & Papeleria.
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