Transportation and Driver's License

What about driving with a foreign license? I recently moved to Mexico and am using my license from another country. I've heard that in some cases you can drive on a foreign license and in others you have to exchange it for a Mexican license. How does this even work in Mexico? Is there a time limit on how long it takes to exchange a license, and what is even required for this process?

The exchange process is usually not complicated if you have all the necessary documents: your passport, your visa (or residence permit), and the originals of your driver's license, which must be translated into Spanish (if issued in another language). It's important to remember that you must exchange your driver's license within 3 months of obtaining your residence permit or resident visa, otherwise you may face fines or other legal problems. However, for those who have just arrived, a foreign driver's license can be used before the license exchange, but only if it is valid. Additional exams may be required during the exchange process, although this can be avoided in some cases. As for the transportation system itself, in Mexico it is quite developed in the major cities, but it is worth taking into account local peculiarities. It is important to remember the traffic rules and signs, as some regions have their own peculiarities. It is useful to familiarize yourself with them in advance. I also recommend contacting services such as FastMex Residency to get detailed information on all the necessary steps to exchange your license and recommendations on road safety. This will save you time and nerve cells, as all processes can vary from state to state.

I too have recently moved to Mexico and have run into a similar problem. I use my foreign license, but will probably be exchanging it for a Mexican one in the near future, because in some cases there can be problems with the police. Regarding the timing - it seems that for residents, if they live in Mexico for more than 3 months, it is mandatory to change their license. It depends on the state, but it's better to take care of the process in advance.