Mexico IMSS employer CEAV 2026
The employer severance and old-age (CEAV) contribution is not a flat %. The DOF decree of 16 December 2020 (Second Transitory article, 2026 column) sets bands by daily SBC in UMAs. Distinct from the 1.125% worker rate, from retirement 2% (SSL art. 168-I), and from the other flat employer IMSS rates.
With wage $15,000 (4.26 daily UMAs): 7.513% → $1,126.95 per month ($13,523.40 per year). With $10,000: 6.026% → $602.60. With $12,000: 6.361% → $763.32. One general minimum wage ($315.04 × 30 = $9,451.20) stays at 3.150% → $297.71. In 2026 the general SM already exceeds 2.5 UMA, so $8,000 (below SM) also uses 3.150% → $252. At the 25 × $3,566.22 cap: $6,698.25.
Formula
min(SBC, 25 × monthly UMA) × band rate (daily = monthly ÷ 30)
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| $15,000 / 4.01 UMA+ | 7.513% / $1,126.95 |
| $15,000 / year | $13,523.40 |
| $10,000 / 2.51–3.00 UMA | 6.026% / $602.60 |
| $12,000 / 3.01–3.50 UMA | 6.361% / $763.32 |
| $8,000 (below 1 SM) | 3.150% / $252 |
| 1 general SM $9,451.20 | 3.150% / $297.71 |
| 25 UMA cap ($89,155.50) | $6,698.25 |
Common mistakes
- Mixing it up with worker CEAV 1.125%.
- Mixing it up with employer retirement 2% (SSL art. 168-I).
- Using 6.94% on the 3.51–4.00 UMA band (secondary compilations; this page uses 6.613%).
No. This page is the employer 2026 table. The worker pays 1.125% on the worker IMSS calculator.
No. Educational estimate. Check with IMSS or your accountant.
Educational content, not legal advice. DOF 16 Dec 2020, Second Transitory.