No, 50% window tint is illegal in Mexico under NOM-012-SCT-2-2026, which mandates 70% light transmittance for front side windows and 25% for rear windows. Non-compliance risks fines up to 5,000 MXN or vehicle impoundment.
Key Regulations for 50% Window Tint in Mexico
- Front side windows: Must allow ≥70% light transmittance; 50% tint fails this threshold.
- Rear windows: Permitted ≥25% transmittance, but 50% tint exceeds rear limits in some states.
- Windshield: Fully transparent; any tint, including 50%, is prohibited nationwide.
Enforcement varies by state, with local transit authorities (e.g., CDMX’s Secretaría de Movilidad) conducting roadside checks. Vehicles with illegal tint may be detained until compliance is verified. Aftermarket tint films must bear NOM certification; uncertified products are inadmissible. Recent 2026 updates to NOM-012-SCT-2-2026 tightened transmittance standards, eliminating loopholes for “legal” aftermarket tints. Exemptions exist only for medical permits, issued by Secretaría de Salud with strict documentation. Failure to present permits during inspections results in immediate penalties.