In order for a returning Mexican citizen to bring in used household goods duty free, they must have lived at least 2 years abroad, unless they can fulfill the two requirements listed below:

If he has lived abroad less than 2 years but more than 1 year, it is possible to bring in household goods if an authorization is received from "Secretaria de Hacienda". The shipper would have to present a letter together with documents proving that he or someone in his family had been studying abroad or under a scientific research.

If he lived abroad less than 1 year, he will be allowed to bring back only what they originally exported without paying duties. Items that were not taken out originally need to be packed separately, as they will have to pay duties.  If customer did not take out a shipment when he originally left Mexico, then he is allowed only to bring in Personal Effects.

Living at least 2 years abroad the following documents are needed:

• Copy of Mexican passport.
• Original inventory list in Spanish, which must be legalized by the Mexican Consulate at the place of origin. All electrical appliances must have make, model and serial number.
• Declaration Form for New Articles. You need to fill out this form with your personal data, declare if you are bringing New Items or not and sign it.
• Value Form for Customs. This form needs to be signed by customer and our Customs Broker will complete the rest.
• Value Letter. This is only for sea shipments, you just have to complete it with your name, address in Mexico and phone number. Our customs broker will complete the rest.
• Authorization Letter to the Customs Broker. This is only for surface shipments. This is a letter in which you authorize the customs broker to do the customs clearance on your shipment. You only have to complete it with your destination address in Mexico and your signature at the bottom of the page.