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Mexico
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Payroll
Capital City
Mexico City
Currency
Mexican Peso
(mex$, MX$)
Languages
Spanish
Population size
131,470,888
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Working Hours and Flexibility
In Mexico, working hours are typically 48 hours per week, but flexible work arrangements and remote options are available.
Employee Rights and Benefits
In Mexico, employees are entitled to benefits such as health insurance, vacation, and annual leave. Legal protections for job security and equality are also in place.
Popular Industries and Professions
Popular industries in Mexico include automotive, tourism, technology, and agriculture, with demand for professionals in engineering, software development, and tourism.
Work-Life Balance Insights
In Mexico, work-life balance is encouraged with flexible working hours and holidays. Employees also prioritize family and personal time outside of work.
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Health Insurance and Services
In Mexico, health insurance is offered by both the public and private sectors. Quick access to emergency healthcare services is available.
Family Support Programs
In Mexico, family support programs provide financial assistance and childcare services to low-income families. These benefits aim to improve the quality of life for families.
Pension and Unemployment Insurance
In Mexico, pension and unemployment insurance are provided by both the public and private sectors. Employees contribute premiums to benefit from these systems.
Disability and Maternity Benefits
In Mexico, disability and maternity benefits are provided under social security for insured workers. These benefits help employees cope with challenging situations.

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Employer
In Mexico, employers pay social security contributions: 20.40% for maternity and illness, 5% for housing, 3.15% for seniority, 2% for retirement, and more.
Social Security Institution Payments
In Mexico, employers pay social security contributions, including 20.40% for maternity and illness, 5% for housing, 3.15% for seniority, 2% for retirement, 1.75% for disability.
Employee
In Mexico, employees contribute to insurance (1.13% for seniority, 0.63% for disability, etc.) and income tax varies by brackets from 1.92% to 35% depending on income.
Tax Reporting and Filing
In Mexico, tax reporting and filing must be done regularly, covering income tax and social security contributions, and should be filed by taxpayers.
Taxation system in Mexico

Termination Process
The Mexican Federal Labor Law distinguishes between dismissal (despido) due to employee behavior and termination (terminación) due to economic reasons, incapacity, force majeure, death, or job completion.
Severance Pay
Severance pay in Mexico is a payment calculated based on the employee's duration of employment upon termination and can typically amount to up to three times the salary.
Notice Period
In Mexico, neither employers nor employees need to provide advance notice for dismissal or resignation. Employer notice requirements are enforceable if agreed upon but are uncommon.
Probation Periods
If the contract lasts more than 180 days or is indefinite, the employer may set a probationary period of up to 30 days. For managerial, technical, or professional roles, it can extend to 180 days.

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