Mexico Telecom Regulator CRT Now Fully Operational
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 the country’s digital infrastructure.
With the appointment of Norma Solano Rodríguez as President Commissioner, the CRT has assumed full control over regulatory frameworks, institutional assets, and legal obligations. As a result, the CRT is now the sole authority managing telecom and broadcasting regulation in Mexico.
Key Administrative Impacts
IFT deactivated all social media accounts and user support platforms on October 17. From that point forward, the CRT began handling all regulatory procedures.
Additionally, the government introduced two suspension periods to support the transition:
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A 15-business day suspension applies to most administrative procedures.
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A 5-business day suspension affects type approval (homologation) processes.
During this interim period, companies should expect processing delays. However, previously approved procedures will continue under CRT’s oversight, ensuring continuity in essential services.
Transition Snapshot
The government has taken clear steps to maintain operational transparency. For instance:
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CRT launched its official portal: crt.gob.mx
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All IFT responsibilities now fall under CRT jurisdiction
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Legal backing is provided by the 2025 Telecom & Broadcasting Law
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Existing IFT rules remain temporarily valid, unless they conflict with new legislation
This approach allows for a smoother transition while CRT prepares its own regulatory framework over the next 12 months.
Related Regulatory Source
Mexico CRT Commissioners Confirmed – Entirety
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Impact Assessment
- Technical Standards? Potentially
- Type Approval & Market Access?
Yes - Imports, Customs, Trade, or Market Surveillance? Yes
- Spectrum Management? Potentially
