Payroll in Mexico
Payroll in Mexico runs in MXN (Mexican peso). Typically semi-monthly; statutory timing depends on worker category. Aguinaldo of at least 15 days of pay, plus a 25% vacation premium; profit sharing may apply. Statutory employer contributions apply. Gracemark operates it end-to-end, humans, not tickets.
Two ways to run payroll in Mexico
Own-entity payroll
For long-term presence in Mexico. Gracemark manages statutory filings, pay runs, and year-end reporting under your entity, with a named operator on North America time.
EOR-run payroll
No entity in Mexico? Employ and pay talent under Gracemark's local infrastructure via EOR, onboard in 1–2 weeks (eor), no local incorporation.
Compliance essentials in Mexico
- Termination requires statutory severance (3 months + 20 days/yr), at-will doesn't exist
- Mandatory profit sharing (PTU) of 10% of pre-tax profit
- 2021 outsourcing reform (REPSE) sharply restricts personnel subcontracting
- Aguinaldo (Christmas bonus) and vacation premium are non-negotiable
- Strong nearshore/timezone fit with the US
Get a payroll quote for Mexico
Send your headcount and salary band. We reply with employer burden, net-to-gross, and setup timeline, no sales scripts.
Send the role, a selected worker or an existing-team requirement in Mexico. Get a written recommendation covering the model, cost categories, responsibilities and next steps. One hire is welcome; no meeting required.