AI LAW RADAR · Daily Last verified 24 Jun 2026

Jurisdiction dossier

Mexico: AI regulation & deadlines

First binding sectoral AI rule in force; a comprehensive bill remains in committee. 1 obligation tracked — 1 in force.

Binding — Binding sectoral Flagship law: LFT/LFDA AI reform (performers)

First binding sectoral AI rule in force; a comprehensive bill remains in committee.

checked 24 Jun 2026 primary source ↗

The Register

1 obligation
Mexico Binding

LFT/LFDA reform — AI use of performers

Binds Employers / producers using performers’ voice or image via AI; performer contracts. Prior written consent + remuneration to clone or simulate a performer’s voice or image.

Published in the DOF 14 May 2026; in force 15 May 2026.

Stated maximum penalty — Civil/authorial + labour liability

In force · 15 May 2026 checked 24 Jun 2026 LFT/LFDA reform (DOF 14 May 2026) ↗ high confidence

Questions & answers

From the data

When does LFT/LFDA AI reform (performers) take effect in Mexico?

LFT/LFDA AI reform (performers) is already in force, with obligations live since May 15, 2026. First binding sectoral AI rule in force; a comprehensive bill remains in committee.

Who must comply with AI rules in Mexico?

Current obligations bind, among others, Employers / producers using performers’ voice or image via AI; performer contracts. Scope and thresholds vary per instrument — see each row's source for the legal text.

What are the penalties for AI non-compliance in Mexico?

Stated statutory maxima include: LFT/LFDA reform (DOF 14 May 2026) — Civil/authorial + labour liability. These are the maximum amounts in the instruments; actual enforcement is at the regulator's discretion.