Hoy No Circula Restrictions for Saturday, February 28, 2026
MEXICO CITY, February 27, 2026 – As the final weekend of February begins, motorists in the Mexico City Metropolitan Area must adhere to the “Hoy No Circula” (No Driving Today) environmental program. These regulations are strictly enforced to manage air quality across the capital and the State of Mexico.
Saturday Driving Restrictions
According to the established program rules for the fifth Saturday of the month (February 28, 2026), specific vehicle categories are prohibited from operating between 5:00 AM and 10:00 PM. Because this is the last Saturday of the month, the following rules apply:
- Hologram 2: All vehicles with Hologram 2 are prohibited from circulating, regardless of their license plate ending.
- Hologram 1: Restrictions for Hologram 1 vehicles on Saturdays typically alternate. However, for the fifth Saturday of a month, Hologram 1 vehicles are generally permitted to circulate unless an environmental contingency is declared.
- Foreign Plates: Vehicles with foreign plates or those without a recognized verification hologram are treated as Hologram 2 and are prohibited from driving.
Exemptions
The following vehicles are exempt from the Saturday restrictions and may circulate freely:
- Vehicles with Hologram 00 and 0.
- Electric and hybrid vehicles.
- Motorcycles.
- Vehicles with disability permits.
- Emergency services, public security, and funeral services.
Key Facts
| Category | Restriction Status (Feb 28) | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Hologram 00 & 0 | Circulates Daily | No Restriction |
| Hologram 1 | Permitted (5th Saturday) | No Restriction |
| Hologram 2 | BANNED | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Foreign Plates | BANNED | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if there is an environmental contingency?
If air quality reaches hazardous levels, authorities may activate “Doble Hoy No Circula.” In this event, restrictions are expanded to include vehicles with Hologram 0 and 00 based on their plate endings. Motorists should monitor official CAMe (Comisión Ambiental de la Megalópolis) channels for real-time updates.
Does the restriction apply to the State of Mexico?
Yes, the program applies to all 16 boroughs of Mexico City and 18 municipalities in the State of Mexico, including Atizapán de Zaragoza, Coacalco, Cuautitlán, Cuautitlán Izcalli, Chalco, Chicoloapan, Chimalhuacán, Ecatepec, Huixquilucan, Ixtapaluca, La Paz, Naucalpan, Nezahualcóyotl, Nicolás Romero, Tecámac, Tlalnepantla, Tultitlán, and Valle de Chalco.
What is the fine for violating Hoy No Circula?
Fines for non-compliance are calculated based on the Unit of Measure and Standardization (UMA). In 2026, penalties typically range from 20 to 30 times the UMA, and the vehicle may be towed to a corralón (impound lot).