Legal Ages in Mexico

The age you become an adult in Mexico, and the legal ages for voting, driving, drinking alcohol and marriage, with the exceptions that matter.

Age of majority 18 Voting age 18 Driving age 18 Drinking age 18 Marriage age 18

Age of majority in Mexico

You are an adult at 18.

Voting age in Mexico

Mexican citizens can vote at 18 with a voter ID card (INE).

Driving age in Mexico

Each state sets its rules. A full licence needs 18; most states issue a permit to 15- to 17-year-olds with a parent’s consent.

Drinking age in Mexico

You must be 18 to buy or drink alcohol.

Marriage age in Mexico

The minimum age is 18 with no exceptions, nationwide since 2019.

Checked 22 October 2026 against national laws and government sites. Laws change and this is a summary, not legal advice; check with the authority that applies to you.

Age calculator

Your exact age today, and the date you turn 16, 18 or 21.

Emergency numbers in Mexico

Police, ambulance and fire numbers, plus helplines.

Mexican public holidays 2026

Every holiday with its date and long weekends.