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Buying property in Mexico involves federal, state and local rules, and the process differs for foreign buyers in coastal and border zones. For the current legal position on discrimination, read the national council against discrimination (CONAPRED).
Jalisco: housing nondiscrimination law
See the Movement Advancement Project equality maps for the current state of housing nondiscrimination law here. Not legal advice.
Primary source for Jalisco: the Movement Advancement Project equality maps. Not legal advice. Laws change; confirm with your state agency or a local fair housing organization. Read our fair housing basics guide.
Mexico City: housing nondiscrimination law
See the Movement Advancement Project equality maps for the current state of housing nondiscrimination law here. Not legal advice.
Primary source for Mexico City: the Movement Advancement Project equality maps. Not legal advice. Laws change; confirm with your state agency or a local fair housing organization. Read our fair housing basics guide.
Unverified summary with no source cited. Confirm current rules with a local attorney before you act.
Foreign buyers of property in coastal and border zones usually hold title through a bank trust called a fideicomiso.
A notario publico verifies title, calculates taxes and registers the deed. Hire your own attorney as well.
Plan for acquisition tax, notary fees, trust fees and annual property tax. Currency swings can matter on larger purchases.
| English | Spanish |
|---|---|
| Real estate agent | Agente inmobiliario |
| Neighborhood | Colonia |
| Condominium | Condominio |
| Down payment | Enganche |
| Lease | Contrato de arrendamiento |
| Bank trust | Fideicomiso |
Jalisco: See the Movement Advancement Project equality maps for the current state of housing nondiscrimination law here. Not legal advice. Mexico City: See the Movement Advancement Project equality maps for the current state of housing nondiscrimination law here. Not legal advice.
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico City. No agents are listed here yet.
Foreign buyers of property in coastal and border zones usually hold title through a bank trust called a fideicomiso. This is a general overview, so confirm current rules with a local attorney.