Introduction to Testamóvil CDMX
The Testamóvil in Mexico City is a mobile unit that brings the will drafting process to your doorstep and provides legal advice on matters related to land regularization, deeds, and successions in various neighborhoods of the city during September.
Who is Ana and why is her story relevant?
Ana, a resident of the Xochimilco delegation, encountered the Testamóvil while running errands. Her story illustrates how this mobile initiative makes it easier for city dwellers to draft their wills without having to travel to a DGRT module.
About the Testamóvil CDMX
The Testamóvil is part of the “September, the Month of the Will” campaign by the Secretariat for Urban Development, Planning, and Metropolitan Coordination of Mexico City (CDMX). The initiative aims to facilitate the will drafting process and encourage land regularization among residents by visiting key neighborhoods in CDMX.
- Service Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Stay Updated: Follow DGRT’s social media accounts (X: dgrt_cdmx and Facebook: Dirección General de Regularización Territorial) to learn about the neighborhoods visited each day.
Cost of Drafting a Will
The DGRT offers discounts of up to 66% on universal will prices throughout the year. However, the Testamóvil is only valid in September. For the rest of the year, you can visit their service modules, which can be consulted here.
| Age Group | Will Drafting Cost with One Legacy | Will Drafting Cost with Two or More Legacies |
|---|---|---|
| Adults (65+) | 707.13 MXN | 2,121.38 MXN |
| 16-64 Years | 2,121.38 MXN | 3,074.01 MXN |
Requirements for Applying
To apply for a will, the testator (the person drafting the will) only needs an official identification document, such as the INE.
- Payment Fiche: DGRT personnel will provide a payment fiche for deposit at Scotiabank.
- Notification: Within 10 days of the deposit, the testator will receive a notification with the notary number and address where they must go to formalize their will.
Key Questions and Answers
- Question: What is the cost of drafting a will through Testamóvil CDMX?
- Answer: The Testamóvil CDMX offers discounts of up to 66% on universal will prices. Specific costs are as follows:
- Adults (65+): 707.13 MXN with one legacy, 2,121.38 MXN with two or more legacies
- 16-64 Years: 2,121.38 MXN with one legacy, 3,074.01 MXN with two or more legacies
- Question: What documents are needed to apply for a will through Testamóvil CDMX?
- Answer: Only an official identification document, such as the INE, is required.
- Question: How will I know the notary details for formalizing my will?
- Answer: After making the deposit at Scotiabank, you will receive a notification within 10 days with the notary number and address.
