{"id":6363,"date":"2025-10-09T16:02:15","date_gmt":"2025-10-09T22:02:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/taxid.mx\/?p=6363"},"modified":"2025-10-09T16:02:18","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T22:02:18","slug":"rfc-registration-saas-mexico-digital-services","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/taxid.mx\/english\/rfc-registration-saas-mexico-digital-services\/","title":{"rendered":"RFC Registration in Mexico for Foreign SaaS Companies \u2013 Digital Services Regime"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Expanding your SaaS business into Mexico can be a huge opportunity, but it also comes with specific tax and regulatory obligations. One of the most important steps is obtaining a Mexican Tax ID <a href=\"https:\/\/taxid.mx\/english\/que-es-el-rfc-en-mexico\/\">(RFC)<\/a> under the Digital Services Regime (Servicios Digitales).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This regime was created by the Mexican Tax Authority<a href=\"https:\/\/taxid.mx\/english\/como-funciona-el-sat-en-mexico\/\"> (SAT)<\/a> to regulate foreign digital platforms providing services to users in Mexico. However, not every service automatically falls under this regime. A careful analysis must be carried out to confirm whether your SaaS or digital service qualifies before proceeding with registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does Your SaaS Fall Under the Digital Services Regime?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The law lists specific categories, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Streaming or content platforms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Intermediation platforms (marketplaces)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Online advertising services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Download, access, or use of digital content<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SaaS platforms and other digital tools<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, not all software or digital solutions are covered. For example, certain B2B enterprise software may require a different registration approach. This is why a technical review of your business model and services is crucial before starting the RFC registration process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Main Requirements for Registration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your service qualifies, the following documents are typically required:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Articles of Incorporation: Certified, apostilled, and translated by a court-approved translator in Mexico<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Foreign Tax ID certificate (if applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of Mexican address, such as a lease contract or utility bill<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Power of Attorney appointing a legal representative (Mexican resident or foreigner with Mexican residency)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tax Obligations Once Registered<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>VAT (IVA) compliance: You must collect and remit 16% VAT on Mexican sales<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monthly returns: File reports and pay VAT regularly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information statements: Report the number of users and transactions in Mexico<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proper invoicing: Issue compliant electronic <a href=\"https:\/\/taxid.mx\/english\/electronic-invoicing-in-mexico-a-guide-for-u-s-persons\/\">invoices (CFDI)<\/a> if required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Failure to comply can result in penalties, fines, or even suspension of your ability to operate legally in Mexico.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Work with Experts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Tax ID M\u00e9xico, we help foreign SaaS and digital companies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Review their service offering to confirm whether the Digital Services Regime applies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Guide them through the RFC registration process with the SAT<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure VAT compliance from day one<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide ongoing tax and accounting support in Mexico<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are a SaaS or digital company with Mexican clients, now is the time to ensure your business is fully compliant. 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