Regulations Practices Greetings in society. People shake hands every time they see one another or are introduced. Close friends of opposite gender greet with a kiss in the cheek, whereas close male friends give each other a simultaneous hug and strong handshake. Status Mexicans are very status conscious. They care about what you wear, what car you drive.
Professional titles are also very important.
Do this even if you know that your business partner is not a licenciado. Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Other businesses who are already in the Mexican market. Consulting firms specialized in the Mexican market. From the private sector in Mexico Custom-clearance firms.