The Shelter Concept
“You bring your business expertise, we provide you with a comprehensive package of administrative functions required for your business to succeed in Mexico.”
CUSTOMER
Focus on the operations, quality, production, delivery
& customer service
Focus on
the administrative
tasks: such as customs, accounting, human resources
and foreign re-location services
SHELTER
At the expiration of the initial term of your company has the option either to extend it or to operate under its own Mexican corporation.
Shelter Operation-Frameworks
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A Cost-Center approach operating under The Shelter Provider’s Mexican Legal Entity.
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All material and equipment shall be consigned to the Shelter Provider.
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Invoicing of the finished product to be done from Client’s parent company.
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No income tax during the first four years of operation
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It simplifies the compliance with Mexican regulations, translating into important cost savings.
NOT
INCORPORATED
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Incorporate a Mexican Legal Entity, under which operations and/or sales will be performed.
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It is a must if your Mexican operation is required to invoice in Mexico.
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This requires a more robust organization and income tax obligations.
INCORPORATED
Shelter Program Responsibilities
Shelter organization. How does it work?
Shelter benefits
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Start-up in 9 weeks
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Focus in your core business.
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Non-Permanent Establishment.
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No liabilities for Mexico's operation / Penalties (IMSS*, Customs, Fiscal).
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No Income Tax for the first 4 years of operations.
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Immediate IVA / IEPS (VAT) and OEA (NEEC / CTPAT) certifications for the new operation.
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No VAT in local expenses (office supplies, consumables, utilities, rent).
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Cash Flow benefit.
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Economies of scale in local purchasing.
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Full compliance with Mexican laws and regulations.
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Quick start-up of operations, avoiding costly mistakes.
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Access to experienced administrative staff from the start.
*IMSS (Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social) = Social Security in Mexico
