Once again is that time of the year, to get ready and pay property and car taxes. Luckily for us, the cost of property taxes in Mexico is very small compared to these fees in North America and Europe. Plus, paying early in the year can bring some discounts, so, get the wallet ready!
What is the property tax (predial)?
Property tax is a county tax, and every property owner needs to cover these taxes during the first two months of the year in order to avoid late fees. This tax exists in many countries of the world, as a way for all residents to help the municipal government pay for services rendered such as: electricity, trash services, upkeep of parks and common areas, etc.
How and when to pay?
Property tax is calculated annually, taking into account the area of the lot, the size of the construction and the catastral price of the property. Some counties allow people to pay in installments, as long as they are not people getting a discount such as retirees or people over 60 years old.
Most of the counties in Mexico offer an early bird discount on property taxes for those who cover their fees during January. The percentage that is discounted varies according to the state and changes each year, but they often range from 5% to 15%.
I am retired or over 60, how do I get my discount?
Quintana Roo offers a 50% discount to retirees and people over 60 years old, as long as you don’t use the installments payment program. The discount only applies for one residential property, as commercial or multifamily properties must pay in full.
Note: if you are a foreigner, it would be easier if you have your INAPAM card. If you want to know more about this, read our post.
Where can I pay my property tax?
Here is a handy list of the main places were you can pay in the Riviera Maya; if you live in another state, please check in your local county government offices or websites.
Solidaridad
| Tax Property Payment Center | Mon-Fri | Saturday | Address |
| TesorerÃa Municipal | 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Primer piso Av. 20 Nte. /8 y 10 Col. Centro |
| Dir. De Tránsito | 24 Hours | 24 Hours | Av. 115 / Av. Mayapan y Calle Caoba |
| Módulo de Licencias | 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Av. 115 / Av. Mayapan y Calle Caoba |
| Centro de Salud | 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. | 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Calle 106 / Av. 25 y 30 Luis Donaldo Colosio |
| Centro de Salud 28 de Julio | 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. | 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Av. Misión del Carmen / Calle M. Morelos y Av. de las Naciones |
| Centro de Salud Nicte-Ha | 7:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. | CLOSED | 10 Av. Nte. / Av. Pintores y Calle AgustÃn Melgar |
| Dir. De Comercio | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | CLOSED | 1ra. Sur con Calle 20 |
| Registro Civil | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Av. Juárez / 40 y 45 Nte. (Inside Plaza Papagayos) |
| Protección Civil | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | CLOSED | Av. Tecnológico / Calle Cedro y Chemuyil |
| Puerto Aventuras (Poblado) | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Calle Xiat / Chechen y Caracolillo |
| Fiscalización | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Av. 35 / Calle 14 y 16 Col. Gonzalo Guerrero |
| Zofemat | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Av. 125 Nte. / 14 y 16 Nte. Col. Ejidal |
Cancun
| Tax Property Payment Center | Mon-Fri | Saturday | Address |
| Dirección de Ingresos | 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Palacio Municipal. Avenida Tulum No. 5, S. M. 5. Colonia Centro. C. P. 77500 |
Puerto Morelos
| Tax Property Payment Center | Mon-Fri | Saturday | Address |
| Palacio Municipal | 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Av. JoaquÃn Zetina Gasca Col. JoaquÃn Zetina Gasca. Puerto Morelos, Quintana Roo. México. |
Tulum
| Tax Property Payment Center | Mon-Fri | Saturday | Address |
| Palacio Municipal | 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Licencia de Funcionamiento
Av.Tulum Lt.1 Mza.1 Col. Centro Tulum Q. Roo, CP 77780 |
We hope this information is helpful! We know paying taxes is not something to look forward, but keep in mind that this money goes to keep the Riviera beautiful. Remember that county governments run the trash and recycling and water treatment programs, and your hard earned money goes to cover those services.
Top Mexico Real Estate is an American- owned Real Estate Company, based in Playa del Carmen. We have proudly helped foreigners find and purchase properties in Mexico for over a decade, so keep us in mind if you ever want to sell or buy Real Estate in Mexico.
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