IMSS: Digitalization Of The Employer Identification Card

Through a press release issued by the Incorporation and Collection Directorate of the Mexican Social Security Institute (Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social or “IMSS”), the IMSS announced that, as of September 10, 2026, the Employer Identification Card (Tarjeta de Identificación Patronal or “TIP”) will no longer be issued in physical format and will operate under a digital scheme. The Digital TIP will replace the physical Employer Card and will be available through the IMSS Mailbox (Buzón IMSS) using the employer’s e-signature (e.firma).

Up to three authorized individuals may be designated for each Employer Registration. The IMSS will validate the identity of such individuals in its systems, as well as the validity of the TIP, when they appear before the IMSS Administrative Subdelegations. This will provide greater certainty and traceability for all procedures carried out before the Institute.