Overview
- INEGI released the official 2026 UMA values: 117.31 pesos per day, 3,566.22 pesos per month, and 42,794.64 pesos per year.
- The update represents a 3.68–3.69% increase from 2025, reflecting the year‑over‑year inflation rate measured in December.
- The new benchmark takes effect on February 1, when public agencies and courts will apply it to calculations and procedures.
- UMA serves as the statutory reference for fines, credits including Infonavit, taxes, social security quotas, pensions, and other payments.
- In Mexico City, infractions priced in UMAs will cost more in pesos, such as 40–60 UMAs for blocking exclusive lanes now equaling about 4,692–7,038 pesos.