Requirements for Mexican Citizenship

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[@MountaintopKitchen]

Thanks … something that was not mentioned in the video … and I know is true at SRE in Michoacán … Once your application for citizenship is approved is that SRE requires that you sign a document that says in the event that you are charged with a crime in Mexico, you understand that you may not use the force of your country of 1st citizenship in your defense. Basically meaning, you are a Mexican on Mexican soil and must handle any legal issues as any Mexican would. They also tell you that you may not sign any legal documents in Mexico that represent you as a citizen of another country. This of course is problematic because banks require you to declare your foreign citizenships if required by your country of 1st citizenship, such as USA Finbar/Fincen laws.

[@jesseornelas6600]

I read that too. Once you become a Mexican citizen you are treated as any other Mexican national and will not have the assistance of your country advocating for you in case you get charged with a crime. I heard that it is very easy to get charged with a crime in Mexico.

[@nicmart]

How are they going to enforce that without requiring renunciation of home country citizenship?

[@MountaintopKitchen]

@@nicmart Not sure if it would hold up … but they make you sign a document that says that you are not legally allowed to use the USA in any defense against Mexico’s jurisdiction. Otherwise, they do not grant citizenship. Some I know were never presented such a document to sign … seems to be a more recent thing starting less than 10 years ago and only here and there.

[@nicmart]

@@MountaintopKitchen Odd are that the US wouldn't give a flap about anyone in trouble in Mexico unless there were a viral outcry.

[@guymorris6596]

@@nicmart Exactly right, or if you were a celebrity or prominent US citizen. I'll most definitely pass on dual citizenship. I have enough things I'm dealing with now such as VA and social security disability claims to add more drama to it. I'll never renounce my US citizenship or give up a US passport. I might take a vacation to Mexico but won't move there.

[@gsimons213]

I really admire your direct, matter-of-fact manner in you making of informative videos. You inspire trust that the information you give is accurate and interpreted correctly. Thank you.

[@rondouglas2917]

Thanks so much for the update on the citizenship tests! Your videos really helpful that's why I watch them

[@qroo]

Thanks for watching, Ron. Take care.

[@slenderforgood]

Thank you, Paul! You explain things so clearly!

[@joseelvir5849]

Thanks.I asked you a question in a previous video and you answered my question.

[@ecuellar993]

Thanks for the detailed information , I was able to get my Mexican Citizenship via my birth parents. It took longer to get my Birth Certificate Apostle since the state of texas was slow. ( 8 weeks ) once that was done was able to get my birth registration of Mexico. Then able to go to the website and download my CURP and ACTA as well. Yesterday went to the Mexican Consulate with an appointment.. I was in and out within an hr .. with my passport in hand .. one side note.. They only take cash ( Laredo TX Consulate ) . Thanks again for you pointers. As after seeing your video it motivated me to get my Mexican citizenship. .. Now trying to get my RFC..... ( long wait times ) :)

[@JFLABBERVILLE]

Thank you for all the work you do. You have saved me so much trouble and helped so much that I feel I should owe you a fee. Take my money!

[@qroo]

Thanks for watching, Michael. If you want to help me out, you can recommend the channel to others and share the videos when appropriate. Take care and have a great weekend.

[@Gueronorteno]

Great video Paul, thanks for the heads up. 💪🏽

[@qroo]

No problem 👍

[@travelsofjustin4082]

Your videos are so helpful! thank you so much

[@qroo]

You're so welcome!

[@2GringosOnTheGulf]

Great content like always Paul Wishing you 2 all the best. Have a blessed weekend. 2 Canadians living in Mexico, Merida, sending support Cheers J&D 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇲🇽🇲🇽🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@qroo]

Thanks for watching. I see you channel is gaining subscribers. Congrats! Take care.

[@2GringosOnTheGulf]

@Two Expats Mexico Thanks, Paul 😀

[@Healybears]

This video is GREAT!

[@upturned1719]

Thanks for your video I subscribed!

[@qroo]

Thanks for the sub!

[@AngelSantos-nm2yd]

gretat job Paul as a mexican this video seems to me very clear, simple, and practicle.

[@qroo]

Thank you very much, Angel. And thanks for continuing to watch my videos. I appreciate it. Un saludo. :)

[@maryfurman698]

Hi Paul, can you update us on the new financial requirements for people wanting to retire in Mexico? Thank you. P.S. Thank you for all the videos. They are so helpful and informative.

[@elasticillusion]

Most valuable move to Mexico channel I’ve found yet.

[@qroo]

Thanks, Tyson.

[@nomadnationalist2776]

Can you please produce a video updated to reflect the 2023 or soon 2024 requirements for permanent residence and citizenship? Thank you.

[@cpeeps430]

Thanks! I really appreciate the information!

[@qroo]

Thank you so much, C Peeps! I really appreciate it!

[@carlonoble4903]

Hasta luego Paul. Thanks for the great info.

[@qroo]

Thanks for watching. :)

[@paulmagno6773]

Great info as always, mi Tocayo. I just got my dual citizenship via fast track after 22 years of being a tourist! LOL. My grandfather on my mother's side was born in Mexico. So, all I had to do was get my mom's Mexican citizenship done, then I fixed through her...Sounds like a lot of vuelta y vuelta, but it was nothing like the vuelta y vuelta of Mexican bureaucracy...Start to finish, I got everything done in like a month for like 720 pesos. It took me longer to get my birth certificate with apostille sent to me...They didn't want to honor the change in the constitution at first. They told me "that's the generic law, but we have our own internal laws." Crazy, right? So, a friend who works in the government told me to just go to the registro civil and talk to the lawyer there. If you're pleasant enough, he'll push things through for you...And, yep, that worked...So, I'm Mexican now!

[@pearlperlitavenegas2023]

Congratulations!!!! Yes they have to uphold the constitution!!! It's an easy process at the Registro Civil.

[@pearlperlitavenegas2023]

@CathyGee your maternal grandmother was born in Mexico. Your mother in the USA? Did she ever claim her 🇲🇽nationality?

[@AlaskaPowerBottom]

Hi there! I am in the same boat. I am US born, my parents are also US born, but my maternal and paternal grandparents were born in Mexico. Am I able to apply for Mexican citizenship?

[@MissionaryInMexico]

Best informative video about this anywhere, even outside of YubTub.

[@qroo]

Thank you very much.

[@HM3Corpsman]

Mucho Gracias mi amigo!

[@peterjones1420]

Great vid buddy!!!

[@qroo]

Thanks!

[@alexazapata9529]

Wow is very clear Information

[@DEBSTAH29]

I get ssi in the usa . can i still get my double citizenship from mexico . without getting my ssi taken from me ?

[@fernando.3352]

Thank you!

[@qroo]

You're welcome!

[@rstov9442]

Have you thought of giving short history classes of Mexico in order for expats to take this test in the future?

[@allisonstaley6744]

Thanks for the video! Do you have any video or insight for Americans living in Mexico and requirements/processes of paying US taxes?

[@ismaelnava7406]

Buen vídeo

[@yaskingslay]

Great video and thank you for the links! I am trying to move to Tijuana Mexico by next month. I'm currently in southern San Diego CA.

[@WayneGluyas]

thanks

[@worldwidewakeup5157]

Bro, where is your other video? the one you mention you talk about the study guides for these cultural/history and language exams?

[@rubenelmit1646]

Soy dominicano y medí cuenta que la ciudadanía mexicana no es tan difícil de obtener si eres residente en mexicano y obviamente sabes hablar español 👍🏾

[@bjones9942]

Thanks for another well researched, accurate, and well presented video! I just cringe at the information I see bouncing around from people 'who have heard' this or that.

[@qroo]

Thanks for continuing to follow the channel, Brett. Have a great weekend.

[@DrAJ_LatinAmerica]

Excelente !!!

[@qroo]

Glad you enjoyed it. Have a great weekend.

[@DrAJ_LatinAmerica]

@@qroo tu también

[@allanzfs]

Excellent

[@qroo]

Thank you!

[@laurasilvas7013]

Any idea when they are going to start doing the process in the states again rather than Mexico City? When I took the exam in Tijuana in 2020 they gave me 5 minutes for all 3 exams. Good to know I was supposed to have more. I did pass but it took 2 attempts. I have k8ds that need to do it.

[@patanegraqueretaro392]

Do you have any examples of the language part? Thanks

[@LilShammy]

Just to confirm, I have a grandmother on my dad's side of the family that was born and raised in Mexico before coming to America when she was a child and my dad never got his Mexican passport so I would be on the two-year track then? I would need to learn good Spanish and study for the history exams as well? Gracias por ayudar!

[@bradtoland8380]

Thanks for your work--helpful. Quick question, where do you apply and take test? Is it the SRE, and can you apply in any state, like Sonora, or do you have to go to Mexico City?

[@qroo]

Thanks for watching. You can do it at SRE in the state where your address is registered with INM.

[@xkaustin]

hey Paul, what about past arrests for misdemeanors? traffic violations? dwii? etc? or any such arrest ? (asking for a friend). thanks for all the great content and information!

[@christopherbranski1720]

In the early 2000’s I had a conviction each for driving on a suspended license and passing a bad check. When I got my residency those two things didn’t even come up, possibly for many reasons; ie I got my license reinstated and I made good on the check.

[@andreapineda6924]

Thank you for your insight! My dad was born in Michoacán and I am trying to apply for my dual citizenship as I was born in California. Where can I find all the info to being to apply for the "Fast Track"? Some of the information online seems to be outdated. Thank you!

[@ralphlozano9177]

Hola Qroopaul, another great and informative video thank you for that. My question is my father was born in Mexico and after some doing I found his birth certificate (born in 1925) and had it apostilized and am now in the process of having my BC (born in the states) apostilized per Mexican requirement. Does this mean I can bypass the whole residency financial requirement process as I plan on permanently living in Mexico as a dual citizen. Thanks for your reply and information.

[@andreawisner7358]

Hire a Mexican immigration attorney if this is not clear to you.

[@LuminosoDePuebla]

Thanx Paul

[@zzzalii]

What brand polo are you wearing? Can you please share link to buy. Looks really good.

[@qroo]

Thanks. The brand is Cubavera.

[@yungsanch510]

Happy to have a parent born in Mexico. The fast track process is so easy.

[@qroo]

Awesome!

[@pearlperlitavenegas2023]

If you have a Mexican parent you only have to wait 5 days to get your certificate of "Mexican born in a foreign country"You can have your certificate in about 5 days. All you have to do is take your 🇲🇽parent's birth certificate to ANY Registro Civil in 🇲🇽office along with your apostilled birth certificate & translate it into Spanish by a certified 🇲🇽 perito in that state where you're completing the process. And make sure your 🇲🇽parents name matches your birth certificate. Once you submit the paperwork & pay for the certificate you get your Mexican birth certificate which is as good as any birth certificate except it states you were born outside of 🇲🇽 And then your children will now have the right to a 🇲🇽 birth certificate. And it can be passed on to the next generation

[@yungsanch510]

@@qroo I just got my Servico Exterior Mexicano Comprobante De Registro. It has a CURP and CRIP on it. Excited to start this journey. Heading to pick up the birth certificate and passport next week. Do you have a video that talks about establishing credit history in Mexico

[@haithamshetaya2821]

Thanks paul I need your advice for the historical questions from where we should study , I have friends advice me to use app name Mexicanizame and another people they said quiero ser mexicano web site and both have different questions I don’t know what I should do

[@msmargiek48]

For the 5 year track do you need to be tied with a marriage or children to get a 5 year citizenship? You said it was the same as the two year. Thanks!

[@nunez76gn]

Hey Paul I have my double nationality do I need to fill out the facta form

[@pameladeleone135]

Great information. I just don't have enough money to retire in Mexico. I am studying Spanish anyway. Love your videos.

[@qroo]

Thanks for watching. Spanish is a useful skill no matter where you live. I learned most of mine working in Florida. :)

[@pameladeleone135]

@@qroo I had 2 semesters in college, so long ago. I loved it!

[@gabrieladiaz4524]

Hey Paul, I have watched many videos a lot of the ones that you have and I absolutely love. I was born in Guadalajara Mexico I Hallam a US citizen, I want to go back to live in mazatlan now that I am in my 60s Do I need a temporary residency visa?

[@qroo]

No, you can use your citizenship. If you need assistance getting the necessary paperwork, check with your closest Mexican Consulate.

[@FreedomWithoutBoundaries]

Thank you for sharing the information. I'd like to ask you a question: According to the Article 37 B) of the Mexican Constitution: "La nacionalidad mexicana por naturalización se perderá en los siguientes casos: I. Por adquisición voluntaria de una nacionalidad extranjera, por hacerse pasar en cualquier instrumento público como extranjero, por usar un pasaporte extranjero, o por aceptar o usar títulos nobiliarios que impliquen sumisión a un Estado extranjero, y II. Por residir durante cinco años continuos en el extranjero." Which means that if a naturalized Mexican citizen subsequently obtains other citizenships, his/her Mexican citizenship may be revoked by Mexican authorities (i.e. according to the Mexican Constitution, Mexico restricts naturalized citizens from obtaining other citizenships subsequently)? Thank you, sir.

[@ricardomoran6210]

Hi Paul. I enjoy watching your videos. For the mexican citizenship application, the Mexican embassy sent me a document where I need to fill in the addresses of my parents and grandparents on both sides, including their CURP numbers. All are deceased and all but one were Mexican citizens and all lived in the United States at the time of their deaths. I visited the Mexican government website for CURP numbers, but the website did not recognize their information and therefore, no CURP numbers. My father was a Mexican citizen, that's how I am applying for citizenship. Do I need CURP numbers? Thanks!

[@andrewthacker114]

Wow sounds tough.

[@OneScallywag]

A disadvantage of obtaining Mexican citizenship is during legal issues you will not have the same legal rights allowed by your primary country. In other words if you hold dual citizenship with the USA and you have legal issues in Mexico, the Mexican Government considers you a Mexican and has no obligation to negotiate with the US Embassy for your release or legal provisions. If you hold a TR or PR you retain your legal rights under US law.

[@tincou7694]

If your spouse is from the States, must you (Mexican national) and your spouse live in MX for a certain amount of time? What about the language requirement for your spouse (non-Mexican)?

[@TrishC21]

Okay so just so I'm clear...if I can "Fasttrack" please tell me I don't need to go to my local consulate and I can get everything done through a service?😅

[@riio72]

Aloha - how strict is INM with the 180 days rule and how do they know if you are in the country or not… especially if you left the country by land and return with us passport via airplane. There’s no record of one leaving Mexico…

[@timgillman]

1990 and Alvaro Obregon. I didn't know these, I had to ask my wife and she guessed wrong and then looked up the answers on Google. ;) Fortunately I am over 60 and fluent in Spanish. Being married for 40 years to a University Spanish Professor from Mexico has its benefits.

[@damienchavez4510]

Hey I got Denied because my mom became a citizen after I was born is it still the same or can I try again for the fast track

[@edgarandre5216]

this is true you can process Mexican citizenship if one of your parents is Mexican it doesn't matter if you were born in any country or also if you have been for 5 yrs here. I was born in Seattle only i lived 4 yrs there 👶 my dad was from Czech Rep. and mom is Mexican we came to Mexico and my parents processed my citizenship

[@lancelotlink6545]

If a spouse were able to gain citizenship, would there be any benefit for the other spouse (as in they wouldn't need to leave the country on a regular basis as a temporary resident)? Thanks!

[@gregmarquez8720]

What about the financial requirements?

[@lindaroserichardson5383]

I became a Mexican citizen probably 12 years ago. Then the rules were different. I must say that the benefits of being a Mexican citizen for me at the time was helpful. I owned a home and Jalisco, my husband passed away and I needed a new deed. Since the Mexican passport looks much like the American passport and my notario's secretary which normally receiving US passports,

[@lindaroserichardson5383]

Excuse me, that was sent too quickly.. I mentioned to the secretary, did you notice I was a Mexican citizen? She honestly said, 'oh my, no I did not.' I got a big discount, As stated earlier, you cannot use the services of the American consel should you get trouble in Mexico. I was literally told, 'congratulations, you are now a Mexicana! And you will be treated like one! If you get in trouble, you cannot go to the American consel'. You do need to apply for the INE card which allows you to vote in Mexico and is the best ID you can have. Honestly, other than that, I wish you would give benefits of being a naturalized citizen. I always must carry two passports with me. You use the passport of the country you are standing in, ie, Mexico would be the Mexican passport to leave here and the US or Canadian passport when entering or leaving those countries. I just find that I have the possibility of losing two passports rather than one! Many people think they have to renounce their American or Canadian citizenship. That is not true and it is not a good idea. If there are any other benefits I would like to know. I find your videos helpful, even after living here for 30 years! thank you so much!

[@qroo]

Thanks for sharing your experience. I enjoyed reading it. Take care. :)

[@thomasandersen3871]

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[@Mel-ne3mx]

My son is Mexican can I do the fast track? If not can you tell me which one I can apply for ?

[@tedfreitas6956]

My mom was born in Mexico. She is a full blooded Mexican. She has been deceased since 2017. I am half Mexican. I speak broken spanish and understand a lot. where does this leave me on the citizenship scale.

[@mohamedtahir6772]

hi brother I wanna know about network in Mexico and what sim card is better for calls and thanks

[@qroo]

TELCEL is good. We use AT&T Mexico and it has worked everywhere we have traveled.

[@askless]

Do they make you an medical exam?

[@lafaea8543]

Can i get naturalization through my grandma who was born in mexico?

[@jesseornelas6600]

Hi Paul, good video. I am looking into moving to Mexico in about a year, but still researching and visiting other Latin American countries. My mother was born in Mexico and my father was born in Texas. She obtained her green card a few years after they were married, but never applied to be for American citizenship. They are both deceased now, do I qualify for the fast track to obtain my Mexican citizenship? I do not have her birth certificate, but do have her death certificate from the states which shows that she was born in Mexico.

[@andreawisner7358]

Hire a Mexican immigration attorney if this is not clear to you.

[@davidwebb4904]

Can “making a donation” waive the language test?

[@GreatOwlLightning]

I just got a hold of my great grandfather and grandmother’s birth and death certificates… can can someone apply through the great grandparents to get citizenship?

[@profeagayu]

Greetings Paul! I am a non-natural born Puerto Rican who holds the Puerto Rican Certificate of Citizenship and I would not qualify for fast track citizenship in Spain. However, I have been living in Mexico as a permanent resident cardholder for one year and Mexico has a similar type of program making iberoamerican nationals eligible for naturalization after 2 years. Would the certificate of Puerto Citizenship work for the fast track to Mexican citizenship in 2 years for iberoamerican nationals? I know it works for nationals of countries like Colombia, Brazil, etc.. However, since Puerto Citizenship is recognized by Spain, do you know if it is recognized by Mexico or other Iberoamerican countries as well? I have never heard this angle discussed, so I am curious to hear what you and others know about this.

[@rawfish6304]

Is it true that you have to renounce your previous citizenship unless you are married to a Mexican?

[@andrewthacker114]

Maybe you could do a clip on Mexican residency. What the advantage with having Mexican citizenship _being able to vote, like the US.

[@qroo]

That's a good idea. There are some other significant advantages. Thanks for the idea. Take care.

[@beaumac]

How long must you physically be in Mexico to qualify as a resident?

[@TheDIM16]

I know this sounds ridiculous, but I can't even find a working number or email address for the SRE. Do you have any idea how to get a hold of them? Every number is disconnected and every email bounces back. I've been trying for 2 months with ZERO luck. I do have all my paperwork that they require on the sites, but on all their sites they make it seem impossible.

[@LS-id5hc]

how to check a mexican notary is registered and legal online ?? Please.

[@vida5789]

If i am going to buy a small piece of lot, established small grocery store and do a little farming. Do you think i will pass the temporary visa .let say my money is just us$ 15,000.00

[@geanitsucuneli4791]

Can We buy a house in Mexico if we do not have any kind of visa in Mexico?! We live in Arizona USA.We were at Rocky Point few times and we intent to buy a house around $100K in Rocky point.We found, a lot for sale.My wife is a PHD profesor (nursing field) teaching on line and I can do my work on line .So we can spend a lot of time in Mexico.

[@tonymarin909]

Hello, i have 13, 11 and 5 year old son i would like to get them dual citizenship. I have it myself. Got it when i was a child. Any tips for kids to get it. They are going to play for the Mexico national basketball team and they told me to get their dual citizenship before they turn 16 due to fiba rules

[@tandanielle3875]

So if I manage to get Mexican Citizenship by naturalization does that mean my daughter can be fast tracked? Just curious.

[@gwbloser]

Thank you so much for making this video, it's super helpful when the Mexican immigration websites have been pretty confusing at times. I fall under the 2-year track since my great-grandparents were born in Mexico but my family never claimed citizenship. If I am interested in this process, is it better to speak with the Mexican consulate in the US or to a Mexican immigration lawyer? I want to make sure I am able to produce the necessary documents since I am not sure how to get my great-grandparents' Mexican birth certificates.

[@brandonwoodley5198]

My wife's mom was born in Mexico. If she gets dual citizenship would I get it to?

[@heatherk2023]

Is there a change to citizenship at age 65? Maybe that is what you referenced for age 60 in your video, no cultural/ history exam?

[@qroo]

It is 60. No cultural/history exam, but you still have to take the Spanish exam if you are not a native speaker.

[@heatherk2023]

@@qroo going to watch your Spanish video. Started online but get nervous. Yesterday was a big day for us. We have permanent residency 3.5 years now but onec step we wanted to complete on our Become a citizen of Mexico was obtain our driver's license. Yesteryear 4/1 April Fools day we completed and officially have our Driver's license in our State. I jumped up and down right in front of the agent so excited. Probably more excited than our PM because we know more about so much we didn't know we didn't know. Much of our information we can fact check with your videos Qroo Paul! We thank you very much for the accurate information one topic at a time.

[@willieg7024]

Are copies of bank statements with a bank signature stamp acceptable for a Temporary Mexico Resident Visa. Thanks in advance.

[@clairewinstoneph.d.9027]

It was for me, in fact, I just downloaded 12 months of statements from the bank's website. The San Francisco Consulate accepted them. I can't speak for other Consulates.

[@willieg7024]

@@clairewinstoneph.d.9027 Thank You Claire :)

[@unknownquantity4440]

So Linda, being a Colombian citizen (I assume), can get MX citizenship in 2 years? Is she pursuing it?

[@qroo]

We could have. We have been residents of Mexico close to 7 years now. Both of us are content to staty permanent residents.

[@stevenkirby4471]

Any idea how the level of Spanish required would translate to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR)/Marco Común Europeo de Referencia (MCER) levels of language competence? I know that Spain requires an A2 level (as measured by exams such the SIELE or DELE) of ability to qualify for Spanish citizenship, but I've not seen anything comparable for Mexico or other Latin American countries.

[@qroo]

That is a good question but there is nothing written in the rules and guidelines to indicate a particular level of Spanish. It would be helpful if they did that.

[@owlman_]

It is probably similar to the American requirement to speak English for naturalization, so a relatively casual interview. Small chitchat about the weather, how your day is going, etc., and then the written exams.

[@majortom8047]

I've been living in Mexico on a Permanent visa well past the 5 year limit to apply for citizenship. But frankly I see no advantage to the citizenship since I have no plans to give up my USA citizenship.

[@JoeWillis2023]

Do I have to do the Spanish language test for just residency.

[@qroo]

No, not for residency.

[@sarahgomez599]

I was born in Mexico before 1998. My parents had to revoke my citizenship to become a citizen in the US. Now I am told that I need to reclaim my citizenship- Declaratoria de nacionalidad mexicana. I need a form G-24 which is outdated and I was told the new form is N-600 and is over $1000 to submit. Is this accurate? Has anyone else had this same issue? Thanks to everyone that replies!

[@CrazyFanaticMan]

Seeking some clarification on two questions, just to make sure I understood correctly. 1) People from south america qualify for the 2 year track and have to pass a culture/history, but are exempt from a language test I'm assuming? 2) People from south america can be a temporary resident for 2 years and then apply for citizenship? Thanks for the vid btw, super informative

[@qroo]

1) Yes to the 2-year track. They are exempt from the language test if their native language is Spanish. 2) Yes.

[@CrazyFanaticMan]

@@qroo Awesome, thank you so much for replying, also you wouldnt happen to have a video explaining the Mexican temporary visa process would you?

[@teresita4791]

HI SIR! IF I MOVE IN MEXICO AND APPLY FOR CITIZENSHIP, since i was born in Cuba, I DO NOT NEED TO TAKE THE CULTURAL TEST AND not THE SPANISH TEST?

[@qroo]

You only need to take the cultural test, not the language test.

[@JeZSiiExSoxSaVaGe]

Hey Paul if my father is mexican American can I get a dual citizenship through my grandparents?

[@qroo]

No, your father would need to get his first and you could gdt it through him after that.

[@unknownquantity4440]

Hey Paul, @2:27 you say either permanent or *temporary* residents can qualify for the 2-year track. Are you sure that I, as a LATAM country citizen, can apply for citizenship after 2 years as a *temporary* resident? Thanks.

[@qroo]

Yes, they can provided that it is not a student temporary visa.

[@unknownquantity4440]

@@qroo EXCELLENT! I'm going to become Mexican.

[@williamvannoy1336]

I am the son of a Mexican national and saw what looked like a simple application process, but was wondering about the benefits of Mexican citizenship as apposed to applying for residency for my Girlfriend. Would we be better off getting married. In USA there was little benefit to get married but we are now looking at the benefits of marriage in Mexico!

[@kimberlydavis8861]

I'm confused about the difference between the 2-year and 5-year process. What exactly is the difference in terms of requirements?

[@qroo]

2 year is for people who marry a Mexican citizen, are from Latin America or the Iberian Peninsula, or have Mexican born children.

[@kimberlydavis8861]

@@qroo Okay, so 5-year track requires no Mexican heritage or marriage....do you still have to show some exceptional service that you provide? Thanks for answering!

[@owlman_]

@@kimberlydavis8861 The 5-year track is for every foreigner who has no connection to Mexico. Be they from the US, Ethiopia, Slovakia, Cambodia, or Samoa. The exceptional service thing for a 2-year track is similar to how the US awards "honorary citizenship" to notable people like Winston Churchill, Mother Theresa, etc. It's that kind of EXCEPTIONAL service.

[@RC94332]

The subjectivity part of the test doesn’t really seem fair? Is the test multiple choice or is it write in?

[@qroo]

The reading comprehension in multiple choice but you are evaluated on your write-in sentences.

[@RC94332]

@@qroo thanks Paul

[@tinglestingles]

2 year track? If someone is a naturalized Portuguese citizen - does this count too or is it limited to only born Portuguese citizens?

[@qroo]

That is an interesting question. As written, it appears that it would only be for native born folks: Ley De Nacionalidad Art. 7 c) Sea originario de un país latinoamericano o de la Península Ibérica,

[@tinglestingles]

@@qroo thank you for the reply - much appreciated

[@MrRafael1666]

My father has passed away but my mother has all his papers,as he was born in Mexico; my mother born in the U.S. but to Mexican born parents. Would this paperwork/application form be taken to Mexican consulate in our city here in the U.S. to begin processing? I am 68 years old and have wanted dual citizenship.

[@gacastillo21]

Yes, you would qualify for Mexican Citizenship as a direct descendant of a Mexican citizen. If you have any questions you may direct message as I have assisted several friends do this exact thing.

[@_mariorodriguez_]

Both my mom and dad are born in Mexico but I don’t have any of my fathers papers or ways to even reach him do you know how I can go about it at all?