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Electricity

Utilities in MexicoYour electricity bills are paid to a public utility (Luz y Fuerza del Centro). Unless you are the first to occupy your office or living space you should receive a bill every two months. This bill can be paid at any branch of most major banks (the list is on the back of the invoice). It can also be paid directly at any one of their locations (a list is available on-line at http://www.lfc.gob.mx/suc-01.html), which is also where one needs to go to apply for service. Their home page, at www.lfc.gob.mx promises an English language version along with its funky "Flash" animation and music.

Water

Water is paid directly to the Treasury of the Federal District, or to the treasury of the state where you live. Most state governments, including the District, allow you to pay at the branches of major banks. It is also charged once every two months.

Natural Gas 

Natural gas, where required, is pumped from trucks that prowl the streets every few weeks (depending on the company and the area of town). Because there are a number of concessionaires it's best to ask the neighbors when they visit. Their rates are set by the government and the amount should be clearly stated somewhere on the outside of the vehicle.

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