Using a mobile phone while driving in Veracruz (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Drivers in Veracruz may not use technological devices that distract them while driving, except communication or audio devices with systems that need no hands or attention, and may not use headphones other than a single earpiece. The fine is 16 to 30 UMA.
| 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 | Allowed with limits [1] |
| Fine, first offence (lowest amount where a range applies)Using a mobile phone while driving a car | 1,876.96 MXN per offence [1] |
| Penalty points on the licenceUsing a mobile phone while driving a car | ⚠ Not yet verified |
Notes
- Art. 160 I of the Reglamento prohibits drivers from using, while driving, technological devices that cause distraction (communication, audio, video or data), except communication or audio devices whose systems do not cause distraction or require the hands, and except radio equipment of public-security and emergency drivers. The copy read is the regulation text consolidated to the reform of 30 June 2017; later reforms were not checked.
- Art. 160 I allows communication or audio devices only when they have systems whose use does not cause distraction or use of the hands. Art. 160 II bans headphones other than devices with a single earpiece.
- The tabulador in Art. 333 classes this offence as grave: 16 UMA, or 30 UMA with aggravating circumstances. The lowest amount is shown (16 x 117.31 = 1,876.96).
- No penalty-point provision for this offence was found in the regulation text read.
Sources
- Gobierno del Estado de Veracruz (Secretaría de Seguridad Pública): Reglamento de la Ley número 561 de Tránsito y Seguridad Vial para el Estado de Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave (text consolidated to the reform of 30 June 2017, Gaceta Oficial extraordinary 260) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
More rules in Veracruz
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 40 km/h (streets) · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 80 km/h
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceMinimum age for a car licence: 18 (permit from 16)
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes, driver and passengers · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Yes, driver and passengers
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