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Benefits
Why choose Commenda for your company expansion in Mexico
Whether you’re setting up a tech subsidiary or a local service provider, Commenda handles the complex regulatory landscape so you don’t have to.
Incorporate a S.A. de C.V.
Incorporate your business from anywhere in the world through our digital-first process.
End-to-end compliance
We manage VAT, corporate tax, payroll reporting, and government filings, so you can stay compliant without needing multiple vendors.
International Tax Support
Ensure your entity is plugged into the rest of your corporate structure with our AI-powered transfer pricing and withholding suite.
Entity Types
Choose the right business structure for your company
S.A. de C.V.
- Allows 100% foreign ownership
- Requires at least 2 shareholders and 1 director
- Notarized deed of incorporation required
- Mandatory registration with SAT (Mexican Tax Authority)
- Minimum capital: no fixed minimum, but typically MXN 50,000+
- Monthly VAT filings and annual CIT filings required
- Requires registered office in Mexico
- Drafting of company bylaws and articles of incorporation
- Notarized deed of incorporation and notary filings
- Registration with Public Registry of Commerce
- Corporate bank account guidance
- Local legal representative setup (if required)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Foreigners can fully own a Mexican company; there is no requirement to partner with a local citizen for most business activities. However, some regulated sectors may have restrictions for foreign ownership.
The process typically takes about 4–6 weeks, depending on how quickly documents are prepared and approvals are received. More complex cases or banking approvals can add extra time.
No, being physically present in Mexico is not required. Incorporation can be handled remotely using a power of attorney (POA) and working with a Mexican notary and legal representatives.
Mexican companies pay a 30% corporate income tax. There is also a value added tax (VAT) of 16% on most goods and services. Dividend distributions to foreign shareholders may be subject to a 10% withholding tax.
No, there is no requirement for a director to be a Mexican resident or citizen. However, all directors must have a Mexican tax identification number and must not be legally disqualified from acting as directors.
