Buying Property in Mexico as a Foreigner (6 hours)

Module 1 — Legal Framework & Foreign Ownership (1 hour)

• Overview of property rights in Mexico
• Foreign Investment Law and constitutional restrictions
• The restricted zone: coasts and borders
• Ownership mechanisms for foreigners: fideicomiso and Mexican corporations

Module 2 — Due Diligence Essentials (1 hour)

• Title verification and Public Registry of Property
• Zoning, land‑use, and municipal compliance
• Ejido land risks and how to identify them
• Red flags in real estate transactions

Module 3 — The Purchase Process (1.5 hours)

• Offer, negotiation, and preliminary agreements
• Role of the notary public
• Required documents for foreigners
• Closing procedures and registration
• Typical timeline and practical workflow

Module 4 — Taxes, Banking & Compliance (1.5 hours)

• Acquisition taxes, notary fees, and closing costs
• SAT obligations: RFC, CFDI, and reporting
• Banking procedures: opening accounts, transfers, AML rules
• Financial considerations for fideicomisos

Module 5 — Ownership, Leasing & Property Management (1 hour)

• Rights and obligations of foreign owners
• Residential and commercial leasing rules
• Taxation of rental income
• Property management contracts and consumer protections (PROFECO, CONDUSEF)