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zcoach

Jul 8, 2010, 7:13 AM

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I'm working with a company that is expanding into Mexico where individuals will be able to be independent distributors. They will need to have a CURP #. I'm wanting to know if most natives to Mexico have CURP #. Thank you! Also looking to find bilingual people who are good communicators and have business experience in Mexico to scout for local talent who might be effective leaders and partners.

Rolly

Jul 8, 2010, 10:40 AM

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Re: [zcoach] CURP #

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Whether a person has a CURP or not is unimportant because it is so easy to get -- 5 minutes if there is no line at the office.

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tonyburton

Jul 8, 2010, 12:05 PM

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The CURP is the easy part. If they are "independent distributors", they will also need tax registration (RFC). Any non-Mexicans would also need permission to work.

zcoach

Jul 8, 2010, 8:00 PM

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I've heard mixed things..one that CURPS and RFC are a standard for consumer direct companies, and the opposite that many companies don't require. How does one get a "permission to work?" Do most natives to Mexico have a CURP? I was told that many do not to avoid tax complexities. Thanks for your help on this!

Rolly

Jul 8, 2010, 9:53 PM

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Re: [zcoach] CURP #

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"How does one get a "permission to work?"

Look here: http://rollybrook.com/workingfm3.htm

Many states require a CURP for a driver's license. Some banks require it for opening an account. Some government agencies require one to do business with them. Nevertheless, many Mexicans don't have a CURP because they have never needed one.

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zcoach

Jul 8, 2010, 10:04 PM

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Thanks, Rolly....I understand it's easy to get a CURP. My real question is whether or not people would be willing to get a CURP and RFC # for reporting taxes in order to be an independent associate with a company. Thanks for any insights...Appreciated you posting Spanish language resources by the way!

gpkgto

Jul 12, 2010, 6:43 AM

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I suppose it is possible that some Mexican citizen would not have a CURP--but it can't be many. My CURP appears on my IFE credencial/voter registration card, which is the primary form of ID for Mexicans.

colibri1

Aug 15, 2010, 6:00 AM

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Re: [zcoach] CURP #

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What is the product?

zcoach

Aug 15, 2010, 6:24 PM

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nutritional supplements --real food technology.backed by the International Karate Association..looks like we will be using CURPS...looking for bilingual contacts initially in Mexico City, Monterrey, Puerta Vallarta, and Guadalajara who might want to partner with us for the launch there.

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Toby33

Aug 25, 2010, 11:01 PM

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Thats a good business to start. What is CURPS and Can you suggest me what is it for. I would be greatful to know the information that is so discussed for a business in here.
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Reefhound

Aug 26, 2010, 10:54 AM

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"I suppose it is possible that some Mexican citizen would not have a CURP--but it can't be many. My CURP appears on my IFE credencial/voter registration card, which is the primary form of ID for Mexicans."

Perhaps in Mexico but I'll bet there are millions of Mexican citizens living out of the country (e.g. United States) that do not have a CURP. My Mexican wife has never heard of it. I wonder if it would be advisable (if even possible) for her to get one on our next visit.

mazbook1

Aug 28, 2010, 7:56 PM

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Although many (maybe most) Mexicans do not yet have a CURP, it's nearly mandatory for any transaction with the gov't now, and many other private legal transactions will require it. A Mexican MUST now have a CURP to get a Mexican Passport, and anyone who needs an RFC (basically México's Tax Identification Number) for doing business is required by Hacienda to have a CURP.

The good thing is that it is quick and easy to get, and it's FREE.

Reefhound

Aug 29, 2010, 9:34 AM

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That's why I think she needs to get a CURP although she renewed her Mexican passport and obtained new Mexican passports for our kids at the Mexican consulate in Houston last year and there was no CURP requirement. I'm positive of that because I filled out most of the forms and made the copies.

mazbook1

Aug 29, 2010, 7:16 PM

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Re: [Reefhound] CURP #

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I was speaking of getting Mexican passports in México. It is unlikely that a Mexican Consulate in a foreign country would be able to issue a CURP, so, in a typical Mexican manner, they just ignore that little requirement.

jerezano

Oct 31, 2010, 4:44 PM

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Re: [mazbook1] CURP #

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Hello,

To my knowledge, the CURP is required for all students entering a University. It may even be required for some students entering preparatory, although I am not aware of those requirements. It is a voluntary program, and it is free, but most Federal Government Services require a CURP as well before they will work with you on any government programs.

The CURP is easily obtained by going to the local municipal offices and asking for one. Foreign persons may need special attention paid to their name, particularly if they have two Christian names and one surname. According to the Mexican custom that second Christian name will be picked up as the surname and the surname will be picked up as the mother's maiden name. So be particularly careful to make sure the clerk does NOT do so. The foreigner will need his/her passport and document for residence in Mexico. He/she may also be asked for a birth certificate.

So, in answer to the question of whether many Mexicans have a CURP, it would seem that the majority of the younger generation will have one.

As ever, jerezano.

(This post was edited by jerezano on Oct 31, 2010, 4:47 PM)

mazbook1

Nov 1, 2010, 7:48 PM

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Foreign persons may need special attention paid to their name, particularly if they have two Christian names and one surname. According to the Mexican custom that second Christian name will be picked up as the surname and the surname will be picked up as the mother's maiden name. So be particularly careful to make sure the clerk does NOT do so.

You are so right. I didn't know this when I moved to México and it ended up costing me LOTS of unnecessary time and trouble to get it corrected everywhere.

My case was particularly bad, as, due to family custom, my second "Christian" name was actually a surname from another branch of the family. I now watch this very closely and make certain that anyone writing down my name for any reason knows that only the third one is my "apellido" and the other two are my "nombres"

Rolly

Nov 2, 2010, 10:01 AM

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I have the same problem on my driver's license because I wasn't paying attention.

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Cathy Duncan

Nov 24, 2010, 3:26 AM

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Hey, it's really pretty interesting, as i wasn't also aware of it. What would have had happened, when somebody with the same pattern name would have been called? lolx
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Reefhound

Nov 24, 2010, 9:53 AM

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Re: [Cathy Duncan] CURP #

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I believe the number incorporates other data like birthdate that renders the likelihood of an exact duplicate astronomical. The exact formula is posted somewhere on these forums.

Cathy Duncan

Nov 25, 2010, 11:28 PM

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Re: [Reefhound] CURP #

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Yeah dude, you're right but i would love to see that formula if you could please come up with its link. We must be aware of such things so that when we visit such places.
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Reefhound

Nov 26, 2010, 7:57 AM

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Re: [Cathy Duncan] CURP #

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There's a way to find things called Search. I did it by inputting "CURP formula". Enjoy.

http://www.mexconnect.com/...rp%20formula;#141686

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Cathy Duncan

Nov 26, 2010, 10:50 PM

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Thanks dude, i did the same but I failed to locate it, perhaps because I entered irrelevant keyword.
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