Import a Car to Mexico with Crypto | Bitmalo

Mexico is one of Latin America's rapidly growing hotspots for luxury and exotic cars, yet it's also a country with complex customs regulations, stringent paperwork requirements, and varying state-level registration protocols. Bitmalo simplifies this process significantly: you pick your car, pay using crypto or bank transfer, and we take care of the inspection, export, shipping, ANAM clearance, and ultimate delivery straight to your doorstep.

How the Process Works

Your journey kicks off online. Once you've selected a car from our Cars marketplace, we'll organise a professional inspection to verify its VIN, emissions, and equipment. You'll then get a Mexico-ready report, complete with photos and documents, all aligned with ANAM (Agencia Nacional de Aduanas de México) standards.

Once you approve the vehicle, you'll finalise the purchase—100% upfront in USDT, BTC, ETH, or via USD bank transfer. Bitmalo acts as the buyer of record, handles invoicing, and arranges export clearance. From that point, we'll ship your car either by air into Mexico City (MEX), Guadalajara (GDL), or Monterrey (MTY), or by sea into Veracruz or Lázaro Cárdenas.

Upon arrival, a licensed agente aduanal will file the pedimento de importación, settle all duties, and clear customs. We'll then transparently re-invoice you for the arrival charges (payable using crypto or bank transfer), and subsequently deliver the car to your city via a covered transporter.

Taxes and Fees in Mexico

Importing into Mexico necessitates a thorough understanding of local tariffs. Standard charges typically comprise:

• Customs Duty – based on vehicle classification under LIGIE/TIGIE.
• IVA (VAT) – 16%, applied after duty.
• DTA – customs processing fee.
• ISAN – new-vehicle tax, applied when relevant.
• Port and terminal charges – local handling at Veracruz, Manzanillo, or other gateways.

Bitmalo calculates these costs for your VIN beforehand, ensuring you know your full landed price even before the car is shipped.

Eligibility and Compliance

Mexico operates as a left-hand-drive (LHD) country, meaning RHD cars cannot be registered for regular road use. While imports of used vehicles face restrictions that vary by border region and age category, new vehicles and specific exceptions are permissible. Bitmalo will confirm eligibility for your VIN prior to purchase and ensure documentation aligns with NOM standards for lighting, labels, and emissions.

Once customs clearance is finalised, we also provide a registration pack offering guidance for your state’s Secretaría de Movilidad, plate issuance, and REPUVE inscription.

Shipping and Delivery

• Air freight: 4–9 days door-to-door. Perfect for high-value or urgent vehicles.
• Sea freight: 3–7 weeks door-to-door, depending on the route and port congestion.
• Insurance: Door-to-door all-risk coverage included on all shipments.
• Last mile: Covered transport delivery extending to Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey, Cancún, Puebla, and beyond.

Why Bitmalo for Mexico

Importing a car into Mexico can often feel like navigating a complex maze of acronyms, taxes, and official procedures. Bitmalo offers a single, accountable partner who manages every aspect—from inspection, pedimento, duties, and arrival charges, to the final delivery. You can pay securely using crypto or bank transfer, and we'll keep you updated with pre-alerts, ETAs, and delivery timelines.

Clients also highly appreciate our post-delivery guidance, which includes state-level registration advice and support for ongoing compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I import a used car to Mexico?
Yes, though restrictions do apply depending on its age and specific border programmes. We'll assess the feasibility for your VIN and state.

Is RHD allowed?
No. Mexico strictly permits only LHD cars for normal road use.

Which ports and airports are most commonly used?
Sea freight: Veracruz and Lázaro Cárdenas. Air freight: MEX, GDL, and MTY.

What’s the typical transit time?
Air: 4–9 days. Sea: 3–7 weeks. We'll send you a pre-alert with the ETA and your delivery window.

Final Word

Mexico's regulations can indeed appear daunting, but with Bitmalo, you gain a team that understands the system inside and out. Whether it's a new exotic, an eligible used import, or a collector vehicle, we ensure its delivery with full compliance, transparency, and complete peace of mind.

Disclaimer: This guide is general information, not legal or tax advice. Requirements can vary by vehicle, model year, route, and state practices. Bitmalo will confirm the exact pathway and costs for your VIN and destination address before purchase.