Permanent licenses boost Mexico City revenue, collecting 699 million pesos so far in 2026

Mexico City's administration has collected 699 million pesos from the issuance of permanent licenses in 2026, with a total of 466,029 licenses issued this year. The program has seen significant success, with over 2 million permanent licenses issued since 2025, generating more than 3 billion pesos in revenue.

Juan Pablo de Botton, the Secretary of Administration and Finance, urged residents to obtain their licenses before the program concludes on December 31. He noted the program's extension due to its popularity, emphasizing the need for citizens to plan ahead to avoid last-minute difficulties in securing appointments. Licenses can be obtained through treasury offices, Semovi modules, or digitally.

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We have increased public investment to a greater extent than other types of expenses, such as current spending, precisely because we know that the city requires a lot of infrastructure and that resources like the permanent license should be used for investment since they are non-recurring income.

De Botton explained that the revenue generated from these permanent licenses, which are considered "extra" income not initially budgeted for, will be directed towards public investment in Mexico City. He highlighted that this approach prioritizes infrastructure development over current spending, as the funds are non-recurring. This strategy aligns with the city's need for infrastructure improvements and ensures that these temporary funds are used for lasting benefits.

The administration plans to allocate these funds to a trust for strengthening public transport, non-motorized mobility, and road safety. This investment aims to benefit not only motorists but also pedestrians, cyclists, and public transport users by improving various modes of transportation beyond private vehicles.

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It is important for people to know that they have until December 31, that they try to plan with a little time because surely in the last days it will be difficult to get an appointment, we currently have a large number of appointments available, that they can take advantage of any of the methods, whether in a treasury or Semovi module or get their digital license.