Import Guide
Vehicle imports require NOM safety, emission compliance, and homologation. Learn the complete requirements.
Not all vehicles can be imported. Check restrictions by year, model, and origin.
Obtain safety (NOM-194) and emissions (NOM-042) certificates.
Classify by vehicle type, engine displacement, weight, and use.
Get import permit for used vehicles (restrictions apply).
VIN verification, mechanical condition, and NOM compliance.
Pay duty, VAT, ISAN tax, and register the vehicle in Mexico.
Tariffs: 20-50% for vehicles outside FTAs. Under USMCA with 75% regional content: 0%. Additional ISAN tax by vehicle type.
Used vehicle imports have age restrictions
Electric vehicles may have tariff benefits
ISAN is an additional tax beyond duty and VAT
Border zone vehicles have a special regime