Thinking About Buying or Selling a Timeshare in Mexico?

Timeshares and vacation clubs in Mexico are not necessarily scams—but some of the tactics used to sell, resell, or cancel them can be.

Here are some red flags:

“Today only!”: If you are pressured to sign immediately because the price supposedly expires that day, slow down.

Hidden or recurring costs: Ask about annual maintenance fees, membership fees, booking fees, financing, and other charges—not just the purchase price.

The resale scam: Someone contacts you claiming they have a buyer for your timeshare, but asks you to pay taxes, transfer fees, escrow fees, or other costs before the sale can close.

The cancellation/recovery scam: Another company promises to cancel your timeshare or recover your money—but requires a large upfront payment.

Before paying anyone, verify who they are and independently confirm the transaction.

Mexican consumer law provides protections for timeshare purchasers, and PROFECO recommends reviewing the contract carefully and verifying that the provider's contract is properly registered.

If you already own a timeshare and someone has contacted you about selling it, cancelling it, or recovering your money, get independent legal advice before sending additional money.

The biggest red flag? Someone promising you a guaranteed result in exchange for a large upfront payment.

General information only—not legal advice.

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