The SAT Will Be Available for Taxpayers During the December Holidays

Many people choose to use their free time to take care of pending matters, including tasks related to the Tax Administration Service (SAT). The institution has announced that, during these year-end holidays, it will continue to offer in-person assistance at its 157 offices across the country, so those taxpayers with pre-scheduled appointments can visit without any issues.

Available online services include registering for the RFC for individuals, information for Mexicans living abroad without tax obligations, as well as for those earning income from wages or those without tax responsibilities. You can also make address changes, corrections, or name changes, update your CURP, receive certificates, and get virtual assistance for tax guidance. Office hours and the use of artificial intelligence at the SAT are also highlighted points.

In a statement, the institution emphasizes that it offers digital services to facilitate compliance with various processes, such as generating or renewing passwords and electronic signatures, thus eliminating the need for a physical visit. The SAT, which is part of the Ministry of Finance and Public Credit, explains that several procedures and services can be handled through its online office. To check the operating hours of SAT offices, you can click on the following link: https://www.sat.gob.mx/personas/arrendadores/directorio-nacional-de-modulos-de-servicios-tributarios, where you’ll need to enter your state and zip code to find the nearest offices. Typically, the business hours are from Monday to Thursday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, and on Fridays from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. In July of this year, it was mentioned that the information collected by the SAT related to the generation of invoices and digital tax receipts (CFDI) is stored in a database and analyzed by officials and two types of artificial intelligence: Machine Learning and Graph Analytics, in order to classify compliant taxpayers from non-compliant ones more efficiently and with fewer resources.

Final Comment: During the holiday season, it’s crucial to remember that staying up to date with our tax obligations can help us avoid future complications. Utilizing SAT's digital tools simplifies this process, making it more accessible and less cumbersome. Taking advantage of these facilities is not only advisable, but also essential for a responsible management of our personal finances.