Using a mobile phone while driving in Mexico City (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Using a mobile phone or any communication device while a motor vehicle is moving is banned, and handling must be done with the vehicle stopped. The fine is 30, 32 or 35 UMA with 3 licence points and 1 point on the registration.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Holding a phone while driving bannedUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | Yes [1] |
| Hands-free useUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Fine, first offence (lowest amount where a range applies)Using a mobile phone while driving a car | 3,519.30 MXN per offence [1] |
| Penalty points on the licenceUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | 3 points [1] |
Notes
- Applies to drivers of motorised vehicles. Using a mobile phone or any communication device while the vehicle is moving is banned, and any handling must be done with the vehicle stopped.
- The article bans using a phone or communication device while moving and does not address hands-free use, so it could not be determined from this text.
- The fine is 30, 32 or 35 UMA. The lowest amount is shown, using the 2026 UMA of MXN 117.31.
- Three points on the driving licence and one point on the vehicle registration.
Sources
- Consejería Jurídica y de Servicios Legales de la Ciudad de México: Reglamento de Tránsito de la Ciudad de México (texto vigente, última reforma G.O. CDMX 30 de junio de 2026) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
More rules in Mexico City
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 50 km/h
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceMinimum age for a car licence: 18
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes; driver must ensure passengers wear one · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Yes; driver must ensure passengers wear one
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General information, not legal advice. Rules change: check the official source before you fly or ride.