Obtaining the RFC is one of the initial steps that must be taken to register a company in Mexico. Obtaining the Federal Taxpayers Registry is one of the most important steps in the process of creating a company in Mexico, in this article we will tell you the essential steps to obtain it without problems.
Sometimes, if you do not know the necessary requirements, obtaining the RFC in Mexico can be a complicated process and it is necessary to have a professional team of lawyers in Mexico for a correct advice.
What is the RFC number in Mexico?
The Federal Taxpayers Registry is indispensable in order to control the payment of taxes before the SAT (the Tax Administration Service), the mexico tax id is a key that identifies individuals or legal entities in Mexico as taxpayers. Any person who is already carrying out or will carry out any economic activity for which taxes must be paid must register. The RFC is one of the most important documents that a foreign citizen who wants to carry out an economic activity in Mexico can have.
Requirements to obtain the RFC or Mexico tax ID
It is necessary to comply with a series of requirements in order to obtain the RFC in Mexico. Below is a list that can serve as a check-list, important to verify that you have everything in order before starting the procedures to obtain the RFC in Mexico.
- You will need the CURP or, in the case of minors, the personal identification card issued by the Ministry of the Interior.
- Valid official identification.
- In the case of legal entities, they must carry the power of attorney for acts of administration or power of attorney in case of legal representation.
- In the case of naturalized Mexicans, they must carry their letter of naturalization.
- In the case of migrants, their current immigration documents.
Employers who use the services of an unregistered worker are required to register them with the tax authorities. In order to avoid being penalized, it is very important that employers ask for the documentation that certifies the information of their workers.
How can I obtain the RFC in Mexico?
The process can be carried out in two ways: It is possible to make your application and registration by digital means, on the SAT website by accessing online or at any of the SAT (Tax Administration System) offices in Mexico.
The easiest way to process the mexico tax ID is by internet and you must follow the following steps:
Online procedure
- Enter the SAT website.
- Obtain your RFC with the Unique Key of Population Registry (CURP).
- Enter your CURP and enter the verification code that is automatically generated.
- You must verify that the information entered and validated corresponds to your data.
- Add your fiscal address and your e-mail address.
Once you have completed the above steps, the SAT will generate a unique acknowledgement of registration in the Federal Taxpayers Registry which includes a QR code as well as your tax identification card where your RFC number is specified.
In-person processing
In the same way, you can carry out the process in person or with a representative. The first thing to do is to schedule an appointment at the SAT, to which you must go with:
- Official identification
- Proof of address
- USB memory stick
Regarding the documentation that you will be required to bring, besides the CURP, it is possible that additional documents may be required, this will be requested directly by the SAT system at the time of scheduling your appointment.
Can I obtain the RFC number in Mexico?
Yes, Mexicans and foreigners with or without permanent establishment can obtain their RFC for free. You do not acquire any tax obligation and you will not have to file any type of tax return with the government until you start having economic activity that requires paying taxes. This is what the Procuradora de la Defensa del Contribuyente de México (Mexican Taxpayer’s Defense Attorney) assures. For these reasons, it is recommended to obtain the RFC in Mexico as soon as possible, both as a company and as an individual.
Who must obtain the RFC in Mexico?
All taxpayers:
- Workers in companies or in the government.
- Business owners – Régimen de Incorporación Fiscal (Tax Incorporation Regime)
- Self-employed workers
What is the purpose of obtaining the RFC number in Mexico?
Obtaining the RFC number in Mexico is not only useful for the payment of taxes, but with the RFC in Mexico you can access many facilities, such as:
- Opening a bank account
- Possession of a credit card
- Access to social programs or scholarships
- Sale of properties
- Access to social security
- Participation in Afore (Retirement Funds Administrators)
- Use of Infonavit service.
Delvy Law&Finance’s team of lawyers in Mexico offers soft landing services for those Spanish entrepreneurs who want to expand their borders and land in the Mexican market. We help companies and startups in the whole process of creating a company in Mexico.
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