Expert legal, tax, and administrative structuring tailored for foreign investors. From full S.A. de C.V. incorporation to offshore RFC acquisition, we ensure a rapid and 100% compliant launch.
Standardized corporate structures bundled with initial legal & tax representation for a rapid launch.
For pure cross-border e-commerce & trade.
Annual Renewal from $7,000 USD/year.
For physical ops, local hiring, and unrestricted business.
Annual Renewal from $12,900 USD/year.
The standard legal process for foreign individuals/entities to incorporate in Mexico.
All corporate or identity documents from the parent country must be notarized and authenticated by the Mexican Consulate.
We obtain name authorization from the Ministry of Economy (SE) and draft the company's articles of incorporation (By-laws).
The authenticated documents and By-laws are finalized before a Mexican Public Notary for formal legal execution.
The company registers with the Tax Administration Service (SAT) to obtain its corporate Tax ID (RFC) and e.firma.
As a company with foreign investment, it must register with the National Registry of Foreign Investments (RNIE).
We facilitate the local business bank account opening, a critical step for operational cash flow.
Granular operational support tailored to your specific corporate and compliance needs.
Essential legal and administrative guidelines for foreign entities expanding into Mexico.
Depending on the shareholder structure, the following KYC documents (in English or Spanish) are mandatory:
For Individual Shareholders & Legal Reps:
• Valid government-issued ID (Passport).
• Tax ID from the country of origin (issued within 3 months).
• Proof of address (issued within 3 months).
• Contact info (2 phone numbers, 1 email).
• Personal background (marital status, current occupation; if married, spouse's ID and marriage certificate).
For Corporate Shareholders (Foreign Entities):
• Articles of Incorporation / Certificate of Registration.
• Corporate Proof of Address and Corporate Tax ID.
• Penetration Data: ID and tax info for each shareholder of the entity.
• UBO (Ultimate Beneficial Owner): Complete identity info and supporting docs for the final individual owner(s).
Any corporate or identity document issued outside of Mexico must be officially authenticated. If your country is part of the Hague Convention, an Apostille is required. Otherwise, it must go through Consular Legalization. Once in Mexico, all documents must be translated into Spanish by a court-certified expert translator (Perito Traductor).
The two most widely used structures for foreign investors are:
• S.A. de C.V. (Sociedad Anónima de Capital Variable): A variable capital corporation. It is the standard corporate form, ideal for large-scale trading, manufacturing, and bringing in multiple investors.
• S. de R.L. de C.V. (Sociedad de Responsabilidad Limitada de Capital Variable): A limited liability company (similar to an LLC). It offers more flexible internal management and is highly popular for subsidiary structures and closely-held businesses.
While Mexican corporate law no longer mandates a strict statutory minimum, we strictly recommend incorporating with an initial capital of at least $50,000 MXN. This prevents operational roadblocks during corporate bank account opening and satisfies SAT (tax authority) compliance checks.
Yes. By law, every Mexican company must have at least one Legal Representative who holds a valid Mexican Tax ID (RFC) and a digital signature (e.firma). For our Full Setup packages, we provide a dedicated, exclusive representative to manage your tax and administrative obligations without shared association risks.
Opening a corporate bank account requires strict AML (Anti-Money Laundering) compliance. The bank will demand the physical presence of a Legal Representative (with Mexican residency/tax status) to sign the contracts. Astral Reach facilitates this through our Bank Account Setup and Signatory services.
Once we receive all properly Apostilled/Legalized documents from your home country, the standard timeframe to execute the notary protocol, obtain the RFC (Tax ID), and secure the e.firma is typically 3 to 5 weeks, subject to SAT appointment availability.
To import goods into Mexico, your entity must be registered in the Importer Padron. Prerequisites include: an active RFC, a valid e.firma, a flawless tax compliance record, and a corporate domicile that has been formally "Verified" by SAT officials.
The e.firma is an encrypted digital signature issued by the Mexican tax authority (SAT). It carries the same legal weight as a handwritten signature. It is required for invoicing (CFDI), tax filing, customs clearance, and signing electronic contracts.
You must have a valid "Fiscal Domicile" within Mexico. For pure cross-border e-commerce, a verified virtual tax address may suffice. However, if you plan to import goods or hire local employees, a premium verified physical address with utility bills and an operational lease agreement is heavily scrutinized and required by SAT.
No. Foreign individuals or entities can own 100% of the shares of a standard Mexican company without residing in Mexico or holding a visa. However, if a foreign director plans to live and work in Mexico, a proper temporary residency visa with work permission is required.
The standard Corporate Income Tax (ISR) rate is 30% on net taxable profit. Additionally, Value Added Tax (IVA) is applied at a standard rate of 16% (with an 8% border region stimulus available under specific conditions). Mandatory employee profit sharing (PTU) is 10%.
