On June 9, 2026, the Official Gazette of the Federation (DOF) published the Agreement Establishing Simplification Measures for Procedures Conducted Before the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare (STPS), which became effective on June 10, 2026.

One of the most significant changes is the comprehensive update of the procedures related to the Registry of Specialized Service Providers and Specialized Works (REPSE). In particular, the registration, renewal, and cancellation processes have been consolidated into a single administrative procedure.

REPSE Registration Requirements

Individuals and legal entities seeking to obtain or renew their REPSE registration must submit their application through the REPSE electronic platform (http://repse.stps.gob.mx) and upload the required documentation according to the size of their workforce.

1. Companies with up to 10 employees

Applicants must submit:

• Taxpayer Registration Certificate (RFC) for individuals.
• Articles of Incorporation reflecting the current corporate purpose, for legal entities.

2. Companies with more than 10 employees

Applicants must provide:

• Valid official identification of the individual applicant or, in the case of legal entities, of the legal representative.
• Power of Attorney evidencing the legal representative's authority.
• Payroll documentation evidencing the employment relationship with employees.
• Employer Registration Certificate issued by the Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS).
• Social Security Contribution Assessment issued through the Unified Self-Assessment System (SUA).
• Taxpayer Registration Certificate (RFC) for individuals or Articles of Incorporation reflecting the current corporate purpose for legal entities.

Registration Procedure

Once the application and supporting documentation have been successfully submitted through the platform, the system will generate a tracking number that allows applicants to monitor the status of the filing.

Subsequently:

• The STPS must issue its resolution within 20 business days following receipt of the application.
• If no resolution is issued within such period, the applicant may submit a formal request requiring the STPS to issue the registration notice within an additional three business days.
• If the authority still fails to issue a resolution after this additional period, the registration will be deemed granted under the principle of affirmative administrative silence (affirmative ficta).

Shorter Resolution Timeframes

The Agreement introduces reduced processing periods as follows:

• Companies with up to 10 employees: resolution within 5 business days.
• Companies with more than 10 employees: resolution within 15 business days.

Registration Validity

REPSE registration continues to remain valid for three years from the date it is granted.

Timely renewal remains mandatory for companies wishing to continue providing specialized services or performing specialized works. Failure to renew the registration may prevent the company from operating under the outsourcing framework and could result in labor-related penalties and legal contingencies.

Conclusions

These amendments are intended to simplify and standardize REPSE procedures, reducing the administrative burden on businesses while eliminating duplicative filing requirements. The new framework also promotes greater administrative efficiency by consolidating all stages of the REPSE registration lifecycle—from the initial application through renewal or cancellation—into a single procedure.

It is important to note that, although the Agreement reduces documentary requirements, all statutory obligations related to REPSE registration remain fully applicable. Companies must continue to:

• Comply with all labor law obligations.
• Maintain up-to-date employment records.
• Preserve documentary evidence supporting specialized service agreements.
• Fulfill their obligations before IMSS, INFONAVIT, and the SAT.
• Submit the quarterly informational reports to IMSS and INFONAVIT (ICSOE/SISUB).
• Keep corporate information updated whenever applicable.
• Cooperate with inspections and reviews conducted by the labor authorities.

For further information regarding these changes or assistance in assessing their impact on your business, please contact us. Our labor and employment professionals will be pleased to assist you with any questions or compliance matters.

Source: Official Gazette of the Federation (DOF)

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