Property & business law in Rosarito — fully bilingual.

Yes. Foreigners can own property in Rosarito through a fideicomiso (bank trust) for residential real estate, or directly through a Mexican corporation for commercial property. Rosarito Legal handles both structures, including title review, closing representation, and fideicomiso disputes.

A fideicomiso is a bank trust required by Mexican law for foreigners to hold residential property within 50 km of the coast. A Mexican bank holds legal title while you retain full rights to use, sell, rent, or inherit the property. If you are buying a home or condo in Rosarito, you will need one.

Yes. All real estate transactions in Mexico must be executed before a Mexican notario publico, and all documents and court proceedings are conducted under Mexican law. A U.S. or Canadian attorney cannot appear in a Mexican court or execute filings with Mexican authorities.

The two most common entities are the S.A. de C.V. (similar to a corporation) and the S. de R.L. de C.V. (similar to an LLC). The right choice depends on the number of partners, liability needs, and tax structure. Rosarito Legal handles incorporation, foreign investor registration (RNIE), and SAT/RFC tax setup.

Yes. We are fully bilingual. Every consultation, document review, and case update is delivered in whichever language you prefer — English, Spanish, or both.