Mexico Dissolves IFT as CRT Takes Over Telecom Regulation
New Mexico Telecom Regulator: CRT As of October 17, 2025, Mexico officially ended operations of the Federal Telecommunications Institute (IFT). The Comisión Reguladora de Telecomunicaciones (CRT) has now taken over all responsibilities for regulating the telecommunications and broadcasting sectors. This structural change comes under the 2025 Telecommunications and Broadcasting Law, which redefines federal oversight of […]
Mexico: Senate Confirms CRT Commissioners
Mexico’s Senate Confirms CRT Commissioners, Launching New Telecom Era Mexico’s regulatory landscape for telecommunications has entered a new chapter. On October 14, 2025, the Senate officially ratified the five members of the Comisión Reguladora de Telecomunicaciones (CRT), fulfilling a pivotal step in implementing the 2025 Telecommunications and Broadcasting Law. This law replaces the now-defunct Instituto […]
Mexico Telecom Law Reshapes Certification and Market Access
Mexico’s Telecom Sector Sees Major Overhaul with New Law On July 16, 2025, the new Mexico Telecom Law was officially published as the Ley en Materia de Telecomunicaciones y Radiodifusión in the Diario Oficial de la Federación, replacing the former Ley Federal de Telecomunicaciones y Radiodifusión (LFTR). This significant update to the regulatory framework introduces […]
Mexico Telecom Law Advances With Key Compliance Changes
Mexico Telecom Law Update: Key Changes and Transition Plan The new Mexico Telecom Law introduces sweeping reforms to modernize the country’s telecommunications framework, with careful provisions to ensure smooth implementation. Through close collaboration between the existing Federal Institute of Telecommunications (IFT) and newly created Telecom Regulatory Commission (CRT), the legislation maintains regulatory continuity while minimizing […]
Mexico: Proposes IFT Seal Regulation Delay Amid Reforms
Mexico’s Federal Telecommunications Institute (IFT) has launched a public consultation on delaying the IFT seal regulation for telecom and broadcasting products. Originally set for July 2025, the rule may be postponed due to upcoming regulatory changes. Why the IFT Seal Regulation Delay Matters The IFT seal regulation requires approved telecom devices to display an official seal. However, a constitutional reform will dissolve the […]
Mexico: IFT-017-2023 Updates VBW Requirements
Mexico IFT-017-2023: Compliance Update on VBW Mexico’s Federal Telecommunications Institute (IFT) has refined its compliance framework by issuing an Errata for Mexico IFT-017-2023. This regulation establishes specifications for radio devices utilizing digital modulation across various frequency bands. On April 2, 2025, the IFT modified Section 5.7.2, revising the Video Bandwidth (VBW) requirement for the 5725 […]
Mexico: IFT-017-2023 New Wireless Regulation
Mexico’s IFT-017-2023: New Wireless Communication Standards Mexico’s Federal Telecommunications Institute (IFT) has officially published Disposición Técnica IFT-017-2023, a new technical standard regulating wireless communication systems. This long-awaited update ensures compliance for devices operating in specific frequency bands across the country. Key Frequency Bands Regulated The new standard applies to wireless communication systems in the following […]
Mexico: Updates Low-Power Device Standards
Mexico Introduces IFT-016-2024 for Low-Power Devices The Instituto Federal de Telecomunicaciones (IFT) has introduced IFT-016-2024, a new technical regulation that defines specifications, limits, and testing procedures for low-power radio communication devices operating within 30 MHz to 3 GHz. What Does IFT-016-2024 Cover? This regulation applies to various low-power devices, including: By establishing operational limits, emission […]
Mexico: IFT Classifies 64-71 GHz Band as Unlicensed Spectrum
IFT Opens the 64-71 GHz Band as Unlicensed Spectrum The Instituto Federal de Telecomunicaciones (IFT) has announced a significant regulatory update by classifying the 64-71 GHz frequency band as unlicensed spectrum. This move aligns Mexico with international regulatory practices, such as those adopted by the FCC in the United States and ETSI in Europe, making […]
Mexico: IFT’s Annual Operational Calendar for 2025-2026: Key Dates and Compliance Guidelines
The Instituto Federal de Telecomunicaciones (IFT) has officially published its Annual Calendar for Sessions and Administrative Operations for 2025 and early 2026. This document outlines key session dates and work suspension days, providing stakeholders in the telecommunications and broadcasting sectors with important guidance on IFT’s operational schedule. Key Points: Why It Matters: For companies and professionals interacting with the IFT, this calendar provides essential information for […]