Mexico - Apply for Registry of Sectoral Promotion Programs (PROSEC)

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To Apply for the Registry of Sectoral Promotion Programs (PROSEC), the applicant has to approach the Procuraduría Federal del Consumidor, PROFECO link
2. Determine whether your company and the goods you want to import are eligible for the PROSEC program. The program is sector-specific, so it applies to particular industries and goods.
3. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
4. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
5. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
6. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
7. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
8. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
9. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
10. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
11. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
12. Once registered in the PROSEC program, your company must comply with the program's requirements and report any changes in operations or imported goods to maintain eligibility.
13. This entire process can be completed within 15 – 30 days or per the timeline the respective department authority advised.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Identification documents of the business owner(s) or legal representatives.
• Proof of legal establishment of the business, such as business registration documents.
• Company Registration Documents
• Power of attorney
• Certificate of origin
• Commercial invoice
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

Federal Consumer Attorney.


Procuraduría Federal del Consumidor, PROFECO
Av. José Vasconcelos 208 Col. Condesa, Cuauhtémoc Territorial Demarcation 06140 Mexico City
Telephone: (55) 5625 6700
Citizen Service: 800 468 8722
Email - [email protected]
Contact link

Eligibility

• Any Mexican national or foreign national with a legal residence in Mexico is eligible to make this application.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 15 – 30 days or per the timeline the respective department authority advised.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Surname
• Address
• ZIP code
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Mobile number
• Fax
• Email
• Parents name
• Nationality
• Education details
• Mailing address
• Other details
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• The main objective of the PROSEC program is to encourage and support the production, export, and import of goods that are vital to the growth of strategic sectors in the country.
• It aims to boost economic activity, generate employment opportunities, and enhance the competitiveness of Mexican industries in both domestic and international markets.

Information which might help

Benefits under the PROSEC program may include:

• Preferential Tariff Rates: Importing specific goods under the PROSEC program may qualify for reduced or zero tariff rates, making it more cost-effective to bring those goods into Mexico.
• Simplified Customs Procedures: Companies registered under PROSEC may benefit from streamlined customs procedures, reducing administrative burdens and facilitating trade.
• Temporary Importation: Goods imported under PROSEC may be eligible for temporary importation, allowing companies to re-export them without paying import duties.
• Duty Deferral: Companies can defer the payment of import duties on qualified goods, freeing up cash flow for other business needs.
• Certainty and Stability: PROSEC registration provides companies with a stable and predictable business environment, ensuring continuity and long-term planning.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

• To benefit from the PROSEC program, companies must apply for registration with the Mexican Ministry of Economy (Secretaría de Economía) or the Tax Administration Service (Servicio de Administración Tributaria, SAT) and meet the specific requirements for each sector. The program is sector-specific, and the goods eligible for benefits depend on the industry in which the company operates.