Can a Foreign register a Child born in Mexico?

Children of foreigners can be register in Mexico and have Mexican nationality by birth, regardless of what nationality one or both parents have.

Who has the right to Mexican nationality by birth?

In accordance with the provisions of section A of article 30 of the Constitution Policy of the United Mexican States, they are Mexican by birth:

1. Children born in the territory of the Mexican Republic, regardless of the nationality of their parents.
2. Children born abroad, children of Mexican parents born in national territory, of a Mexican father born in national territory, or of a Mexican mother born in national territory.
3. Children born abroad, children of Mexican parents by naturalization or of a Mexican mother by naturalization
4. Those born aboard Mexican vessels or aircraft, whether war or merchant.

You can check the complete Guide to Obtain Visas, Residences in Mexico and Immigration

What benefits do foreign parents of children born in Mexico obtain?

Parents of children born in Mexico can obtain permanent residence and subsequently obtain Mexican naturalization.

Parents of children born in Mexico despite their irregular or tourist status can obtain permanent residence for having a child born in Mexico.

We resolve some of the most frequent doubts in this regard:

• Does my son born in Mexico, son of immigrants, have Mexican nationality?Yes, because he was born in national territory.

• In the event that I am a foreigner and if I am in an irregular situation, will my child born in Mexico acquire the Mexican nationality?

Yes, If your child is born in Mexico, he is Mexican by birth, regardless of the immigration status of his parents.

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