I always say that internationalization is like crossing a wide river : if you don’t know where the rocks are, you can slip. Mexico, believe me, is fertile ground for investment and growth. But be careful, the key is to comply with legal and strategic requirements from the start.
What are the initial steps to expand my business to Mexico?
If you’re planning to expand your business to Mexico , the first thing you need to be aware of is that the country requires certain mandatory procedures. In summary:
- Obtain the RFC (Federal Taxpayer Registry) from the SAT.
- Register the company name with the Ministry of Economy.
- Process your e.signature or electronic signature .
- Appoint a legal representative in Mexico .
- Register the company with the SAT .
- Register your employees with the IMSS .
👉 My advice: don’t think of it as a boring list of procedures, but rather as the foundation of the house you’re going to build.
How to expand a business from different countries to Mexico?
🌎 From Argentina to Mexico
If you’re coming from Argentina, in addition to the basics, you’ll need:
- Register in the RNIE (National Registry of Foreign Investments) .
- Submit your AFIP CUIT .
- Comply with Spanish labeling standards.
- Take advantage of the benefits of the 1980 Montevideo Treaty .
From Chile to Mexico
- Submit your SII RUT .
- Use the Chile-Mexico FTA for preferential tariffs.
- Register in SIEM .
- Obtain certificates of origin and comply with applicable NOMs.
From Colombia to Mexico
- Present your NIT from the DIAN.
- Use the benefits of the Colombia-Mexico FTA .
- Focus on key sectors (agriculture, manufacturing, technology).
- Register in the Public Registry of Commerce .
From Spain to Mexico
- Provide your DNI (or NIE for foreigners).
- Comply with the Spain-Mexico Agreement to avoid double taxation.
- Use the benefits of the EU-Mexico FTA .
From Brazil to Mexico
- Submit CPF/CNPJ of the Federal Revenue.
- Use economic complementarity agreements No. 53 and 55.
From the United States to Mexico
Provide SSN or ITIN as appropriate for your project.
Use the advantages of the USMCA .
Benefits of expanding your business to Mexico
Mexico is a strategic hub : it connects to the U.S. and Central America by land, and to the rest of the world by sea. Additionally:
An economy that, although sometimes unpredictable, always reinvents itself .
It has the USMCA and the TLCUEM that open doors to large markets.
It offers tax incentives in sectors such as energy, electric vehicles, agriculture, and technology.
Skilled and young labor.
Benefits of expanding your e-commerce to Mexico
I’ll put it simply: of the 130 million Mexicans, more than 65 million shop online every month . That makes the country the fastest-growing e-commerce market in Latin America .
- Average ticket: USD 500 .
- 1 in 4 Mexicans shop online each month.
- Annual growth of marketplaces: +40% .
- Mexico is now in the Top 15 worldwide for e-commerce .
📲 If your business is digital, now is the time to get in.
What tax incentives does Mexico offer for foreign companies?
25% deduction on job training for 3 years.
Tax credits in strategic sectors (electric cars, semiconductors, etc.).
VAT exemptions for certain exports.
Double taxation treaties to avoid paying duplicate taxes.
Accelerated asset depreciation to lower taxes faster.
Note: Effective marketing strategies in Mexico (In this year 2025!!)
Content marketing : adapted to the local culture.
Social media advertising (Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram).
AI Personalization : Unique messages for each segment.
Traditional media : TV, radio, press still operate here.
Inclusive marketing : real diversity, not just for show.
How to choose the ideal location for your business in Mexico?
Before we thought about offices and stores, today the key is e-commerce .
- Use platforms like Shopify, WooCommerce or Magento .
- Have reliable logistics partners: DHL, Estafeta, 99minutos .
- Remember: physical space isn’t everything anymore; logistics are key.
Quickcorp: your legal partner to expand to Mexico
Speaking from my own experience, I’d say Quickcorp was the bridge between the idea and reality . They supported me from the incorporation process to registration with the RPC, including immigration and tax issues.
The best part: everything is done 100% online , with a fixed price and no surprises. And that, when you’re investing in another country, is a huge relief.