Invest in Monterrey, Mexico
What a company decides before locating here and where to check each fact: municipalities and parks, state and federal incentives, talent, energy, and the team that supports the project.
More than 135 billion USD
Reported new investment, domestic and foreign.
Oct 2021 – Aug 20, 2026 · Source
Why invest in Monterrey?
Monterrey is the capital of Nuevo León. When comparing locations for an investment in Mexico, consider its metropolitan municipalities, including Apodaca, Santa Catarina, García and Pesquería. This guide helps companies entering Mexico and businesses already in the country evaluate an operation in Nuevo León.
Monterrey combines an industrial base with connections to Mexico and the United States. Assess location, suppliers and talent profiles against your operation’s needs.
First steps
- Define the project: sector, land or building size, jobs and timeline.
- Compare locations on the map by municipality and developer; availability is confirmed with the team.
- Check which incentives apply by level: state (payroll tax and the Investment Promotion Law), federal (Plan México, IMMEX, PROSEC) and international (trade agreements).
- Write to contacto@investnuevoleon.com or use the form: the team provides guidance at no cost on site, incentives and landing.
Planning an investment in Mexico
Start with what your operation needs
Compare locations using the same brief. These three steps help you move from evaluating Mexico to choosing a site for your operation in Nuevo León.
Define the space and timing
Describe your activity, target area and intended start date. Distinguish an approximate size from a firm minimum. Compare an existing industrial building, a building designed for your operation (build-to-suit), or land for development. A catalog entry does not confirm readiness for occupancy.
Explore buildings and landCheck the location against your process
Compare routes to customers and suppliers, hiring needs and access for staff. Specify power demand, water, gas, clear height and loading docks where relevant. Registered infrastructure is a starting point; capacity and connection conditions need confirmation for the specific site and project.
Review energy and infrastructureSeparate site selection from formalities
Your establishment requirements depend on the activity, site and company structure. Mexico’s federal Single Window for Investors provides orientation on procedures and responsible authorities. Incentives and approvals depend on the applicable requirements; they are not automatic.
Consult the federal investor portal
You can ask for guidance before choosing a municipality or a property.
Connections to Mexico and the United States
Road and rail connections to assess supply and delivery routes between Mexico and the United States. USMCA provides a trade framework between Mexico, the United States and Canada. Preferential treatment depends on the product and compliance with rules of origin and other applicable requirements.
Thousands of engineers graduate here every year
Technical and university education, and applied research. Compare institutional programs with the profiles your operation needs.
Energy and infrastructure to assess your location
Capacity, electrical connection and gas supply are assessed for each location and requirement.
Industrial parks in the Monterrey metropolitan area
Explore parks and spaces by municipality in the directory and map. Availability, infrastructure and terms are confirmed with the team.
Key sectors in the Monterrey area
From automotive and home appliances to aerospace, IT and artificial intelligence, the region clusters 15 specialized sectors.
See all 15 clusters
Frequently asked questions about investing in Monterrey
Why invest in Monterrey?
Because it concentrates an industrial base, suppliers, connections to the United States and talent in one corridor, and because a public team supports the process at no cost. Advantages are verified site by site: location, utilities and energy of each property.
Is Monterrey a good location for nearshoring?
Yes. Its location on the USMCA corridor, direct rail and highway access to Texas, and a mature supplier base make the Monterrey metropolitan area one of North America's leading nearshoring hubs.
Where can I explore industrial parks in Nuevo León?
Explore parks and spaces by municipality in the directory and map. Availability, infrastructure and terms are confirmed with the team.
What incentives are available to invest in Monterrey?
State incentives may include payroll-tax benefits and workforce-training support; federal programs such as IMMEX apply to export manufacturing. Eligibility depends on the sector, municipality and project — the SIIIA team can validate which ones apply to your case.
How do I start an investment project in Monterrey?
Contact the Government of Nuevo León's investment team (SIIIA) through this platform, or chat with Leo, the official AI assistant. You will get guidance on site selection, incentives and next steps at no cost.
Start your investment project in Monterrey
The SIIIA team (Government of Nuevo León) guides your project from site selection to landing — at no cost.
Contact the teamOr ask Leo, the official AI assistant, anything about investing in Monterrey — 24/7, in your language. Chat with Leo
Editorial review: October 4, 2026. Figures cite their source and date; availability and incentives are confirmed per project.