Overview
- The mandatory IMSS pilot launched on July 1 has enrolled nearly 300,000 drivers and couriers in its first week.
- Major platforms such as Rappi, Uber, Amazon and MercadoLibre have complied by registering their gig workers for social security benefits.
- DiDi remains the sole holdout, drawing government warnings that each infraction could incur fines exceeding five million pesos.
- All registered workers receive accident insurance and those earning at least one minimum wage per month become eligible for full IMSS benefits.
- Authorities will monitor platform compliance throughout the 180-day evaluation period and report on outcomes before proposing permanent reforms.