In the State of Mexico, vehicle owners are racing against the clock as March 31, 2025, marks the final day to benefit from a significant subsidy on vehicle ownership tax, known as tenencia. This tax, which is mandatory for car owners in Mexico, has specific eligibility criteria that must be met to take advantage of the financial relief.
For those looking to save, the good news is that vehicles valued under 550,000 pesos (excluding VAT) and motorcycles priced below 115,000 pesos qualify for the subsidy. However, taxpayers must be current with any previous tenencia payments, and their vehicles must be registered in the Edomex vehicle registry to be eligible for the discount.
The process to pay the tenencia is straightforward and can be completed at over 3,000 authorized commercial points or online through the official government portal. To make the payment, vehicle owners need to follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official payment page.
- Enter the vehicle's license plate number and verify the captcha.
- Check the vehicle details and select the 2025 fiscal year.
- Validate the taxpayer's RFC and generate the payment line.
- Make the payment at any authorized center or through available banks and platforms.
The tenencia is an annual vehicle tax that contributes to the improvement of transportation infrastructure and the administration of transport within the state. This payment also helps maintain an updated vehicle registry and authenticate vehicle plates. In 2025, the refrendo, which is a fixed fee for the use of plates, costs 917 pesos for cars and 677 pesos for motorcycles.
As the deadline looms, vehicle owners are urged not to miss the chance to pay the tenencia with a discount and to stay up to date with their vehicular contributions before the cut-off date of March 31, 2025.
In Mexico City (CDMX), the situation is similarly urgent. Today, March 31, 2025, is the last opportunity for vehicle owners in both CDMX and Edomex to pay their vehicle ownership tax and take advantage of special discounts. Many are expected to flock to the kiosks of the Treasury, where payments can be made conveniently.
For those in CDMX, a 100% discount on the vehicle ownership tax is available when paying the refrendo of 731 pesos, applicable for vehicles valued at up to 250,000 pesos. The Treasury kiosks operate daily from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, providing a convenient option for taxpayers to settle their dues.
There are 31 Treasury kiosks located throughout CDMX, allowing residents to find one close to their home. These kiosks facilitate various tax payments, eliminating the need to visit multiple agencies. However, it's crucial to note that to qualify for the tenencia discount, vehicle owners must not have any outstanding fines and must possess a valid circulation card.
As the clock ticks down, vehicle owners are reminded to complete their payments before the kiosks close at 8:00 PM tonight. Failing to do so could result in missing out on the discount and facing the full tax amount based on the vehicle's value.
Those who do not pay the tenencia by the deadline will have to pay the total amount due, as outlined by the State of Mexico government led by Delfina Gómez. This could lead to several complications, including difficulties in selling the vehicle, issues with re-licensing, and problems with vehicle verification, which is necessary for unrestricted circulation.
For those looking to make their payments online, the process is as follows:
- Access the payment portal at https://tenencia.edomex.gob.mx/.
- Enter the vehicle's license plate number and validate the captcha.
- Review the vehicle information.
- Select the fiscal year 2025 for payment.
- Validate the taxpayer's RFC and generate the payment line.
- Complete the payment.
With the deadline fast approaching, vehicle owners are encouraged to act quickly to ensure compliance and avoid any penalties. The tenencia and refrendo are vital components of vehicle ownership in Mexico, and timely payment is essential to maintain good standing with local authorities.
As the State of Mexico and CDMX approach the end of the payment window, the urgency to pay the tenencia cannot be overstated. The benefits of meeting the deadline are clear—financial savings and the avoidance of potential legal complications. Vehicle owners are encouraged to take advantage of the subsidies available to them and ensure that they are compliant with their tax obligations.
