Mexico Landlord-Tenant Laws: Complete National Guide
A comprehensive overview of renting properties in Mexico, covering the Federal Civil Code, security deposits, evictions, and rent control regulations.
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Renting real estate in Mexico operates under a unique legal framework: there is no single national landlord-tenant law. Instead, leasing is broadly regulated by the Federal Civil Code (Código Civil Federal), with specific procedures dictated by the Civil Codes of each of the 32 individual states.
Key Mexico Rental Laws at a Glance
Security Deposits
The standard market practice for residential properties is one month's rent. This deposit protects the landlord against damages and unpaid utility bills. It is typically returned between 30 and 60 days after the tenant vacates.
Rent Control and Increases Mexico City passed a reform in August 2024 that prohibits rent increases above the annual inflation index. In other major cities (like Monterrey or Guadalajara), agreements rely on the free market and the local civil code.
Short-Term Rental Regulations (2026)
In Mexico City (CDMX), short-term rentals are now subject to:
- Mandatory Digital Registry: All hosts must register their properties with the CDMX Ministry of Tourism.
- Occupancy Caps: Regulations propose limiting short-term rentals to approximately 180 nights per year per property.
- HOA Bylaws: Property managers should verify that the building's Reglamento de Condominio specifically allows for lodging/short-term rentals.
Eviction Procedures Evictions require a formal judicial process. Self-help evictions (changing locks, cutting utilities) are serious crimes (despojo).
Industry standard is to use a "Póliza Jurídica" (Leasing Guaranty Service) to expedite legal proceedings and handle background checks.
Maintenance and Habitability Obligations
Under Article 2412 of the Federal Civil Code, the landlord is obligated to handle all major repairs (structural, main plumbing, electrical, and roofing). Tenants are responsible for minor maintenance arising from regular use.
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