Key facts
- Currency
- Mexican Peso (MXN)
- Import VAT/GST
- VAT 16%
- De minimis
- No duty up to $50; no tax up to $50
- Customs tariff
- Own national tariff
Summary
Mexico charges VAT on imports at a standard rate of 16%. Since 1 January 2024, consignments from Canada and the United States with a customs value of up to $50 pay no customs duty and no import tax. Mexico uses the Mexican peso (MXN).
Currency and customs tariff
Mexico uses the Mexican peso (MXN).
Import VAT and other taxes in Mexico
Mexico charges VAT on imports at a standard rate of 16%.
De minimis in Mexico
Since 1 January 2024, consignments from Canada and the United States with a customs value of up to $50 pay no customs duty and no import tax.
What changed recently
The newest release on this page, the de minimis thresholds for Mexico, went live on border.bot on 13 October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What currency does Mexico use for customs?
Mexico uses the Mexican peso (MXN). Its de minimis thresholds are stated in USD.
What is the VAT rate on imports into Mexico?
Mexico charges VAT on imports at a standard rate of 16%.
What is the de minimis threshold in Mexico?
Since 1 January 2024, consignments from Canada and the United States with a customs value of up to $50 pay no customs duty and no import tax.
Sources and updates
The import taxes for Mexico come from border.bot release 1 (edition reference snapshot), imported from a file, and have been live since 13 October 2026.
The de minimis thresholds for Mexico come from border.bot release 1 (edition reference snapshot), imported from a file, and have been live since 13 October 2026.
This page was last updated on 13 October 2026.
Guidance from published tariff data, not a binding ruling. For a decision customs must follow, apply to the destination’s customs authority for a binding tariff ruling.