What are the potential costs of traffic fines in Mexico City?

Harcore Rise in Traffic Fines in Mexico City for 2025

In the bustling capital of Mexico City, traffic fines have long been a part of everyday life, with violations ranging from wrong turns to speeding and unauthorized use of public transit lanes. However, residents need to brace themselves for a significant hike in penalties set to take effect in 2025.

The reason behind this increase is the rise in the Unidad de Medida y Actualización (UMA), a measure used to adjust prices for various services and payments, including traffic fines. Let’s dive into the specifics.

What is the 2025 UMA value?

The Instituto Nacional de Estadística y Geografía (INEGI) has announced that, based on the latest update, the UMA for 2025 will be 113.14 MXN daily, 3,439.46 MXN monthly, and 41,273.52 MXN annually. This update will come into effect on February 1, 2025, in line with previous years.

How much will traffic fines cost in Mexico City in 2025?

Below is a list of common traffic violations and their corresponding fines, adjusted for the new UMA value:

• Driving without a license plate: 20-30 UMAS (up to 3,394 MXN)
• Driving without a valid driver’s license: 20-30 UMAS (up to 3,394 MXN)
• Violating the "Hoy No Circula" program: 20-30 UMAS (up to 3,394 MXN)
• Excessive speeding: 10-20 UMAS (up to 2,262 MXN)
• Running a red light: 10-20 UMAS (up to 2,262 MXN)
• Using a mobile phone while driving: 30-35 UMAS (up to 3,959 MXN)
• Parking in a prohibited area: 10-20 UMAS (up to 2,262 MXN)
• Passing on the wrong side: 5-10 UMAS (up to 1,131 MXN)
• Using public transit lanes illegally: 40-60 UMAS (up to 6,788 MXN)
• Driving without insurance: 20-40 UMAS (up to 4,525 MXN)
• Assaulting or insulting traffic officers: 10-20 UMAS (up to 2,262 MXN)

What are the consequences of not paying a traffic fine in Mexico City?

According to the Reglamento de Tránsito de la Ciudad de México, you have 30 days from the issuance of the ticket to make the payment. Failure to do so can result in penalties to your driver’s license, and in case of severe infractions, you could face legal consequences as outlined in Article 65.