Mexico
Mexico guarantees 12 paid days/year (2023 reform, doubled from 6). 25% vacation premium. Maternity 12 wks (IMSS 100%), paternity 5 days.
Disclaimer: This country guide is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. While we update it regularly, it may not reflect ongoing regulatory changes. Illizeo SA accepts no liability for actions taken or not taken based on this content.
Annual paid leave
Federal Labor Law art. 76 (2023)Federal Labor Law art. 76 (Dec 2022 reform): 12 days year 1, +2 days/year up to 20 days (yr 6), then +2 days every 5 yrs. Vacation premium 25% min.
| Type | Duration | Pay | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 12 j | 100% + 25% prima | LFT |
| Year 2 | 14 j | 100% + 25% | LFT |
| Year 6 | 20 j | 100% + 25% | LFT |
Public holidays
LFT art. 748 mandatory holidays (LFT art. 74) + presidential/electoral. Working a holiday paid triple.
| Day | Date | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 enero | Año Nuevo | All | — |
| 1st Mon Feb | Día de la Constitución | All | — |
| 3rd Mon Mar | Natalicio de Benito Juárez | All | — |
| 1 mayo | Día del Trabajo | All | — |
| 16 septiembre | Día de la Independencia | All | — |
| 3rd Mon Nov | Día de la Revolución | All | — |
| 1 diciembre | Transmisión Pod. Ejecutivo | All | 6 ans |
| 25 diciembre | Navidad | All | — |
Sick leave
60% IMSSIMSS Incapacidad: 60% base salary from day 4. Employer pays days 1-3.
| Scenario | Waiting | Pay | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Days 1-3 | 3 j | Employeur | Ley Seguro Social |
| Day 4+ | — | 60% IMSS | Max 78 sem |
Maternity, paternity, parental
12 wks mat · 5 days patMaternity 12 wks (6 pre + 6 post) 100% IMSS. Paternity 5 days (LFT art. 132).
| Type | Duration | Pay | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maternity | 12 sem (6+6) | 100% IMSS | LFT art. 170 |
| Paternity | 5 j | 100% empleador | LFT art. 132 |
| Adoption | 6 sem | 100% | LFT |
Special leaves
CLALFT: per CLA; marriage and bereavement often 3 days paid. Días económicos by company.
| Type | Duration | Pay | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marriage | 3 j typique | Variable | CCT |
| Bereavement | 3 j typique | Variable | CCT |
Information current as of last update. This guide does not replace local legal advice. For specific situations, consult a labor lawyer in the relevant country.
Centralize Mexico absence management
Illizeo applies LFT (2023 reform — 12 to 20 days) + IMSS + 25% vacation premium.
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