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What are the average working hours in Mexico?

– The maximum working hours in Mexico are 48 hours per  week .

Read more: Infographic: Working Hours In Latin America By Country 2025

What is the minimum wage in Mexico?

– The minimum wage in Mexico is of 278.00MXN per day; (US$13.80 aprox.)  while in the Northern Border Free Zone it is 419.88 MXN per day. (US$20.84 aprox.) in 2025.

What are the mandatory onboarding documents when hiring new employees in Mexico?

The onboarding documents for new employees in  country  can include:

• National ID card or passport
• Work visa or residence permit
• Social security number (SSN) or equivalent
• Tax identification number (TIN)
• Bank account details
• Academic certificates and diplomas
• Previous employment references or experience letters
• Medical exam

How much is the average annual bonus in Mexico?

Mandatory annual Christmas bonus (Aguinaldo) under Article 87 of the Federal Labor Law.

Must be paid before December 20 each  2025.

Amount: Minimum of 15 days’ salary.

What types of work permits and visas are required in Mexico?

– Initial Visa Process:

• INM submission → Consulate appointment → Entry → Exchange for residence.
• Biometrics (CURP, Residence Card), SAT and IMSS registration.
• Employer can hire only 10% foreign workers (per labor law).

Documents:

• Full passport copy, job offer, salary, address, NUT, visa fee.

Processing Time: 2 to 11 months.

Renewal:

• Serviap handles most steps; takes 10–15 days.
• Includes updating biometrics and forms.

Family Visas: Proof of family link + apostilled and translated documents.

What are the mandatory employee leaves in Mexico?

Annual leave

Entitlement: Starts at 12 days for year 1, increases progressively (max 30 days).

Eligibility: After 1 year.

Maternity Leave

• 12 weeks total (6 before + 6 after); up to 8 after for disability.
• 100% salary paid by IMSS.
• Breastfeeding: 2 breaks/day for 30 mins up to 6 months.

Paternity Leave

• 5 paid working days (birth or adoption).

Adoption Leave

• Mother: 6 weeks.
• Father: 5 working days.