Rodrigo Salgado

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Rodrigo Salgado

Rodrigo Salgado
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Insurgentes Sur 1898, Piso 16

Mexico City 01030

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Based in Mexico City and co-founder of Fragomen’s office in the country, Rodrigo offers 25 years of experience in corporate immigration. He designs and implements strategic immigration programs for a wide range of industries, including automotive manufacturing, oil and gas, financial services, pharmaceuticals, education and more.

Rodrigo’s work often involves navigating the complex landscape of Mexican government regulations, coordinating with authorities to facilitate special projects and ensure compliance. His strong relationships with government agencies and his active role in the Mexican Bar Association’s immigration initiatives enable him to advocate effectively for his clients on institutional and legislative matters.

A hands-on leader, Rodrigo oversees a talented and dynamic team in Mexico. He leads by example, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where team members feel empowered to tackle even the most challenging cases. Known for his open-door policy, Rodrigo is always available to guide and assist his team, encouraging positivity and resilience in their day-to-day work.

Rodrigo has made significant contributions to advancing the field of immigration law in Mexico. He established and coordinated the first immigration committee within the Mexican Bar Association, which was previously under the international law committee. This initiative created a platform for meaningful dialogue with authorities, enhanced the visibility of immigration issues and strengthened the profession. Rodrigo remains an active participant in the committee and continues to leverage this platform to advance impactful projects.

In addition to his professional work, Rodrigo is deeply committed to pro bono initiatives, collaborating with refugee organizations in Mexico to provide immigration support to vulnerable individuals. Through the Mexican Bar Association, he actively advocates for equitable immigration policies and practices.

Rodrigo is also a seasoned lecturer and speaker, sharing his expertise at universities and professional associations, including the National Accountants Association of Mexico. He has presented on corporate immigration topics at conferences in Mexico and internationally, including in the United States, Brazil, Canada, Argentina, Japan, India and the United Kingdom.

Rodrigo speaks English and Spanish.

Rodrigo has made significant contributions to advancing the field of immigration law in Mexico. He established and coordinated the first immigration committee within the Mexican Bar Association, which was previously under the international law committee. This initiative created a platform for meaningful dialogue with authorities, enhanced the visibility of immigration issues and strengthened the profession. Rodrigo remains an active participant in the committee and continues to leverage this platform to advance impactful projects.

In addition to his professional work, Rodrigo is deeply committed to pro bono initiatives, collaborating with refugee organizations in Mexico to provide immigration support to vulnerable individuals. Through the Mexican Bar Association, he actively advocates for equitable immigration policies and practices.

Rodrigo is also a seasoned lecturer and speaker, sharing his expertise at universities and professional associations, including the National Accountants Association of Mexico. He has presented on corporate immigration topics at conferences in Mexico and internationally, including in the United States, Brazil, Canada, Argentina, Japan, India and the United Kingdom.

Rodrigo speaks English and Spanish.

Education

  • Universidad Panamericana, 2000

More from Rodrigo

Admissions

Bar Admissions: Mexico

Awards

Listed in The Best Lawyers in Mexico, Immigration Law, 2026

Listed in Who's Who Legal: Corporate Immigration, 2008 to 2023

Professional accomplishments

Member, Mexican Bar Association

Board Member, Immigration Committee of the Mexican National Association of Corporate Lawyers

Member, Canadian Chamber of Commerce

Experience

Co-founded a Mexican law firm that provided tailor-made assistance to multinational companies in the field of Mexican immigration and corporate law

Acted as former Legal Manager for Latin America for an information technology company, responsible for the mobility of employees from Mexico, Colombia, Venezuela, Brazil and Argentina

Served as former Senior Attorney of the International Legal Services department at a Big Four accounting firm, responsible for the firm’s immigration practice

Publications and lectures

Contributor, “Manual de Cumplimiento Migratorio para Empresas en México.” Tirant México, 8 August 2024.

Speaker, “Fragomen Webcast: Latin America Immigration Trends and Key Themes of Q2 and Q3 2021.” Fragomen, 9 September 2021.

Writes regularly on immigration issues and is frequently invited by universities to speak on various immigration topics.

Rodrigo’s insights

November 13, 2025 | Awards

Fragomen Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in Mexico™Read more

October 22, 2024 | Media mentions

Tirant México: Manual de Cumplimiento Migratorio para Empresas en MéxicoRead more

April 12, 2021 | Fragomen news

Fragomen leads the two most important immigration commissions in MexicoRead more
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Rodrigo’s insights

November 13, 2025 | Awards

Fragomen Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in Mexico™Read more

October 22, 2024 | Media mentions

Tirant México: Manual de Cumplimiento Migratorio para Empresas en MéxicoRead more

April 12, 2021 | Fragomen news

Fragomen leads the two most important immigration commissions in MexicoRead more
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Rodrigo’s insights

November 13, 2025 | Awards

Fragomen Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in Mexico™Read more

October 22, 2024 | Media mentions

Tirant México: Manual de Cumplimiento Migratorio para Empresas en MéxicoRead more

April 12, 2021 | Fragomen news

Fragomen leads the two most important immigration commissions in MexicoRead more
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  • MexicoMexico

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  • English
  • Spanish

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[email protected]

T:+52 55 9420 0202

Mexico City

Fragomen México, S. de R.L. de C.V.

Insurgentes Sur 1898, Piso 16

Mexico City 01030

Mexico

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Rodrigo’s insights

November 13, 2025 | Awards

Fragomen Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in Mexico™Read more

October 22, 2024 | Media mentions

Tirant México: Manual de Cumplimiento Migratorio para Empresas en MéxicoRead more

April 12, 2021 | Fragomen news

Fragomen leads the two most important immigration commissions in MexicoRead more
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Mexico City

Fragomen México, S. de R.L. de C.V.

Insurgentes Sur 1898, Piso 16

Mexico City 01030

Mexico

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Rodrigo’s insights

November 13, 2025 | Awards

Fragomen Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in Mexico™Read more

October 22, 2024 | Media mentions

Tirant México: Manual de Cumplimiento Migratorio para Empresas en MéxicoRead more

April 12, 2021 | Fragomen news

Fragomen leads the two most important immigration commissions in MexicoRead more
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Mexico City

Fragomen México, S. de R.L. de C.V.

Insurgentes Sur 1898, Piso 16

Mexico City 01030

Mexico

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Rodrigo’s insights

November 13, 2025 | Awards

Fragomen Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in Mexico™Read more

October 22, 2024 | Media mentions

Tirant México: Manual de Cumplimiento Migratorio para Empresas en MéxicoRead more

April 12, 2021 | Fragomen news

Fragomen leads the two most important immigration commissions in MexicoRead more
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