Frequently Asked Questions
The EconLab is the data research laboratory of Banco de México. Its main objective is to promote high-quality research through the use of microdata, and to foster collaboration with researchers from other institutions.
For more details about the services offered by the EconLab click here.
For more details about the services offered by the EconLab click here.
No, the rules for data usage for research purposes require that all research projects have a Banco de México researcher as the responsible party.
You can send us an email to econlab@banxico.org.mx with any questions you may have, or alternatively, request a meeting where you can tell us in detail what you need to know.
Remote access program has a high demand, for this reason the access is only granted to external researchers who live abroad, research assistants can only have access on site. If you are in CDMX, we would be delighted to have you visit at EconLab location.
Remote access can be requested as long as you have a current project, for more details click here.
Remote access can be requested as long as you have a current project, for more details click here.
Graduate and undergraduate students (with more than 65% of credits approved) are welcome to participate in a research project following the data access EconLab’s rules.
It is possible to use external databases in your research project as long as they meet the EconLab’s requirements of legality, computer security and confidentiality.
Data access agreements are valid for one year, but can be renewed as many times as necessary as long as the project is still in process and has a Banco de México researcher.
Is very easy, you should make an access request to the EconLab based on the operating guidelines.
Access to data through the EconLab project-based. If you have another project, we will gladly support you to manage the necessary agreements.
