QWhat is the minimum daily wage for professional drivers in Mexico starting January 2026?
As per the Secretaría del Trabajo y Previsión Social, the minimum wage for drivers in Mexico is 312 MXN per day as of January 1 2026. Drivers receive double pay for hours worked beyond eight per day and triple pay after three extra hours. This rate applies nationwide except in the Northern Border Free Zone where it is 374 MXN per day.
QWhich license is required to apply for truck driver jobs in Mexico?
As per the Secretaría del Trabajo y Previsión Social, applicants for commercial driver positions must hold a valid federal licencia de conducir tipo C or E issued by the SCT. Candidates need at least two years of documented driving experience and must pass a medical exam renewed every two years. No formal education beyond secundaria is mandated.
QWhat documents are needed to apply for driver positions through official Mexican channels?
As per the Secretaría del Trabajo y Previsión Social, applicants must submit CURP, official ID, proof of address, and the original licencia federal vigente. A carta de antecedentes no penales issued within the last 30 days is also required for interstate routes.
QHow many hours can drivers legally work per week in Mexico in 2026?
As per the Secretaría del Trabajo y Previsión Social, drivers may work a maximum of 48 hours per week with at least one full rest day. Overtime beyond 48 hours must be paid at double rate and cannot exceed nine extra hours weekly. Employers must provide 15 minutes of paid rest every four hours of continuous driving.