Penalties for Non-Compliance with Carriage Letter Complement

Listen up, folks! If you're involved in the world of cargo transportation in Mexico, you better pay attention to this one. Failure to comply with the Carriage Letter complement to the Internet Digital Tax Receipt (CFDI) could leave you in a world of trouble. We're talking fines that'll make your wallet weep and the possibility of spending six years behind bars. Yikes!

Let's break it down for you. The fines for non-compliance start at a rather modest 880 pesos. However, depending on the level of your non-compliance, those fines can skyrocket to over 100,000 pesos. Ouch! So, it's not something you want to take lightly.

Now, pay close attention because this is important. Starting from August 1, 2023, it will be mandatory for everyone involved in cargo transportation to comply with this document and fulfill all the requirements. No more slacking off or making excuses. The Tax Administration Service has already granted multiple extensions, but the deadline is finally upon us.

So, what happens if you fail to meet the requirements? Well, my friend, it's not pretty. Besides the obvious issue of not being able to deduct freight costs and facing the potential accusation of smuggling, you may find yourself on the receiving end of fines from the tax authorities.

Here's the deal: if the competent authority conducts an inspection and you fail to present the printed representation (on good old-fashioned paper or in fancy digital format) of the CFDI with the complement of the Bill of Lading, you're in trouble. It's considered an infraction, and the penalty for this ranges from 880 pesos up to 17,030 pesos. That's enough to put a serious dent in your budget.

But wait, there's more! Not issuing, delivering, or making the CFDIs available to your clients as required by the tax regulations, or issuing them without meeting the requirements, is another big no-no. If you fall into this trap, be prepared to face fines ranging from 19,700 to a whopping 112,650 pesos. That's enough to make even the most fearless trucker break out in a cold sweat.

Now, let's take a moment to emphasize the gravity of the situation. Mexico has approximately 184,774 cargo transportation permit holders operating in the country. That's a whole lot of individuals and businesses that need to pay attention to this procedure. Don't be one of those clueless folks who gets caught unaware and ends up with a hefty fine or, worse yet, a stint in the slammer.

The bottom line is this: compliance is crucial. Don't risk your hard-earned pesos and your freedom by neglecting the Carriage Letter complement to the Internet Digital Tax Receipt. Get your paperwork in order, cross your t's and dot your i's, and make sure you're on the right side of the law. Your future self will thank you for it. Stay compliant, stay out of trouble, and keep those fines at bay!