All About Hiring Employees in Mexico
Get the information you need to hire in Mexico and learn how Justworks EOR can help you streamline international hiring and manage employees abroad.
The Benefits of an EOR for Hiring in Mexico
Hiring in Mexico offers benefits such as lower costs, proximity to the U.S., and access to top talent. As a global EOR provider, Justworks makes hiring Mexican talent seamless and fast.
Justworks EOR helps you manage local HR processes for work visas and permits, benefits, payroll, background checks, and more. Our experts will provide high-touch support that’ll give you insight into hiring in Mexico. With our transparent pricing without hidden fees, you can hire at your own pace.
Options for Hiring in Mexico
Opening Up an Entity
Setting up an entity in Mexico can take months since it requires a nuanced understanding of Mexican labor laws and best hiring practices.
You’ll need to:
Set up a local branch with a local bank account
Register with local institutions like the Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS)
Maintain a presence in the country
Find law partners
Hire an accounting firm to run payroll
Hire an internal HR team
For this reason, many companies partner with a global EOR service like Justworks to expedite the process in Mexico and avoid costly business disruptions.
Drafting Employment Agreements
In Mexico, it’s important to correctly classify new hires as indefinite (full-time) or contractors in employment contracts as expectations and entitlements differ.
All employment contracts in Mexico should include:
Name and nationality
Tax ID
Social Security Number
Employment period
Services provided by the employee
Work location
Salary
Vacation and benefits
Job title
Job description
Ready to Hire Confidently in Mexico?
Justworks EOR makes building your global team seamless by helping onboard talent in Mexico and beyond. Save yourself the time and hassle of international hiring today.
