We are moving to Mexico soon with FM3 Visas.  Our furniture &
possessions will follow after we have arrived at our new home.  We
will drive our car there but the Mexico Consulate's office advises
that our car must accompany the moving van into Mexico.  I can't
believe this.  Is this accurate?

<The problem with Mexican customs regulations is that they are often
interpreted in different ways by different officials. You don’t need
to be physically present when your personal belongings are brought
into the country. However it is advisable that you are present as it
is highly likely that the contents of your removal van will be
searched. If this happens, some items may be confiscated depending on
how the border official interprets the rules. If you are actually
present you can at least argue your case for the items that you want
to bring into the country.

An FM3 visa allows you to import your household goods on a temporary
basis. These items must be listed in Spanish and exported when you
leave Mexico. It is important to ensure that all the paperwork is in
order. The documents that you need to import your personal possessions
are as follows:
A copy of your passport.
Signed original and two copies of typewritten inventory in Spanish
with brand, model and serial numbers on major electrical appliances.
Letter declaring value of shipment and that no prohibited items are
brought.
Destination address in Mexico.
Letter of guarantee from your employer.
Proof that you are living in Mexico (gas, electric or phone bill).

There are a number of websites that give advice to expatriates and
link have been given below.>

<Additional links:>

<A personal experience of moving to Mexico from someone who used a
removal firm.>
<http://www.newbeginningsmexico.com/getting.htm>

<Documents required.>
<http://tracking.alliedintl.com/customs_reports/MX.asp>

<Customs guide.>
<http://www.excess-baggage.com/customs/mexico.asp>

<Escape artist.com.>
<http://www.escapeartist.com/efam11/moving_to_mexico.html>

<Mexpatriate.net>
<http://www.mexpatriate.net/legimm.htm>

<A personal experience of moving to Mexico.>
<http://www.sanfelipe.com.mx/articles/wozny/gtnghere.html>

<How to move to mexico.>
<http://www.rollybrook.com/how_to_move_to_mexico.htm#Moving>

<Entry requirements and customs.>
<http://www.travelyucatan.com/first-8.htm>


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<Hope this helps.>