Paste a VIN. Instantly see if the car can be imported into Mexico under the decreto de importación definitiva — border zone rules.
Border Zone Rule (Franja Fronteriza Norte):
vehicles
5–9 years old qualify for the
1% preferential ad valorem rate.
In 2026: model years
2017–2021.
After Nov 1, 2026 the window shifts →
2018–2022.
10+ years old (2016 & older): still importable at
10% duty.
Under 5 years (2022+): not eligible under this decree — different process required.
VIN must start with 1–5 (North American manufacturing: US, Canada, or Mexico).
Requires: customs broker · USMCA certificate of origin · NOM-041/047.
Sources:
trade.gov
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DOF
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