Mexico Closing Costs Calculator
Estimate the costs of buying property in Mexico before you commit.
Use this Mexico closing costs calculator to estimate the upfront costs of buying property in Mexico. Enter the purchase price and adjust transfer tax, notary, registry, and applicable fideicomiso fees for your location. Actual charges vary by state and municipality; confirm them with a local notary.
How this calculator works
Enter the price you expect to pay. The calculator estimates fees based on a percentage of the price or service cost, such as transfer tax and notary fees, adds any fixed fees you include, and shows required and optional costs separately. Actual charges vary by location and property, so use a local notary's quote for a more accurate estimate.
Transaction Price
Enter the agreed purchase price to calculate percentage-based fees.
Enter the property price in MXN. USD estimates appear in parentheses using the exchange rate below.
MXN to USD exchange rate
Used to show USD reference values. Adjust to match the current market rate.
Are you a non-Mexican citizen purchasing in a restricted zone (coastal/border)?
If yes, bank trust (fideicomiso) setup and a foreign affairs permit are required and will be added to the calculation.
Property Acquisition Tax (ISAI)
Typical: 2% - 4.5% of property value
A state-level transfer tax. The percentage varies by state and municipality.
Estimated cost
$0
USD reference: $0
Notary Fees
Typical: 0.5% - 2% of property value
Covers the government-appointed notary who certifies the transaction.
Estimated cost
$0
USD reference: $0
Property Registration Fees
Typical: 0.5% - 1% of property value
Official registration in the Public Registry.
Estimated cost
$0
USD reference: $0
Legal / Attorney Services
OptionalTypical: $1,500 - $3,000+ USD
Due diligence, contract review, and transaction oversight.
Estimated cost
$0
USD reference: $0
IVA (Value Added Tax)
Typical: 16% applied to professional services
Often applied to notary and legal service fees.
Estimated cost
$0
USD reference: $0
Appraisal Fees
OptionalTypical fixed fee: $300 - $600 USD
Assessment of the property value for tax and due diligence.
Estimated cost
$0
USD reference: $0
Title Insurance
OptionalTypical: 0.5% - 1% of property value (optional)
Protection against title disputes. Optional depending on risk tolerance.
Estimated cost
$0
USD reference: $0
Escrow Fees
OptionalTypical fixed fee: ~$500 USD
Neutral third party to hold funds during the transaction.
Estimated cost
$0
USD reference: $0
Closing Cost Summary
Mandatory fees
$0
($0 USD)
Optional fees
$0
($0 USD)
Total closing costs
$0
($0 USD)
Percent of purchase price
0.00%
Actual closing costs vary by municipality, currency, and service providers. Consult your local advisor before committing to a transaction.