2017 New Year, Higher Real Estate / Notary Costs and Vehicle Fees

2017 New Year, Higher Real Estate / Notary Costs and Vehicle Fees

With 2017 almost upon us there are some changes in the state of Jalisco that will affect many people.  

For automobile owners the annual renewal fee will edge up to 456 pesos if paid in January, 481 if paid in February, 507 pesos after and if you wait a few more months fine will be added.
 
Smog checks have been mandatory but been largely ignored.  One proposal was to have cars that were not complying towed on the spot and many complained that it would be unfair and allow widespread abuse and corruption.  The current proposal is to expand the deadline up to 3 months BUT have an automatic fine generated and the vehicle blocked in the system until the fine is paid, not even allowing the smog check to be done until the fine is paid and if the fine is paid there will be a 20 day period to get the smog check or else be blocked and fined again.  For example, if your plate ends in the number 1 under the current system you need to get the smog check done in January, under the new system you will be able to have it done in January, February and March but if you wait until April 1st then you will not be able to and have your registration blocked and a fine added.  

Real estate closing costs and other notarial acts will also edge up, the tax on legal affairs or Impuesto Sobre Negocios Juridicos will rise from $290 pesos to $1,000 pesos.  The fees to register documents at the Public Property registry will have the minimum charge rise from $424 pesos to $1,000 pesos.

Also the State of Jalisco is moving away from pegging fines to the minimum wage. There is a new index that currently is the same as the minimum wage but is called Unidad de Medida y Actualizacion. It is the same thing but now they can raise the minimum age for certain people or occupations to improve the standard of living without raising fine and penalty amounts at the same time.

Exactly right, Bob.

There is more than one place so you can go to the other place or places. I know of 2, I heard they were 3 but I have not checked the third one..

Get the tests done the month corresponding to your plate so it will be valid next year and you wont be fined or have to do it twice.

You would not get a fine this year as even a vehicle ending with the number 1 has 3 months so it would happen after April 1st.

The test place on Zaragoza now has the new stickers as of yesterday.

Canmex 87 wrote:The test place on Zaragoza now has the new stickers as of yesterday.

Where on Zaragoza, please.

Trailrunner wrote:

Canmex 87 wrote:The test place on Zaragoza now has the new stickers as of yesterday.

Where on Zaragoza, please.

375 Zaragoza.

Thank you, do you have a cross street or landmark?

375 Zaragosa is north of Lopez Cotilla a block or two. You could use Google if you want to see the exact location.

Its the first block north of Degollado on the east side.

Thanks, Canmex, just needed a hint. Ezpz.
Thanks RVG.

What time does the "license renewal" office on Degollado open?

Opens maybe 0830 and I recall lines forever long last time. Maybe best to go just before closing which is about I think 2pm.

Canmex 87 wrote:The test place on Zaragoza now has the new stickers as of yesterday.

Took a couple of "Back in 20 minutes" trips, but got it done quick and easy. $350.00

Bob my office makes the payments so just drop off 600 pesos and your car info we can get your stuff paid and done unless you want to wait in line.

CanuckBob wrote:I went this morning around 10:00am. In and out in 10 minutes. Had it have been a long line up again I would have stopped by and contracted your services.

What time did you go?

lol