If you were born in the United States to one or more Mexican-born parents, you may be eligible for dual citizenship with Mexico — and we make the process simple, fast, and stress-free.
At Orange County Apostille, we offer a complete, all-inclusive service to help you gather, translate, notarize, and apostille your documents and prepare for your consular appointment. Whether you’re seeking to register your Mexican nationality, obtain a Mexican passport, claim property, or extend citizenship to your children, our bilingual experts are ready to guide you every step of the way.
Our Dual Citizenship Support Service includes:
1. Document Review & Eligibility Consultation
We begin with a thorough review of your personal documents to:
Confirm eligibility under Mexican nationality law (Article 30 of the Mexican Constitution)
Ensure your parents’ Mexican documents match your U.S. birth record
Identify any red flags, like name discrepancies or missing middle names
Create a personalized checklist with everything you’ll need for your consular appointment
2. Notarization of U.S. Documents
If your documents need to be notarized before being apostilled or translated, we can help:
Certified copy notarization of your original U.S. birth certificate using Copy Certification by Document Custodian
Draft and notarize affidavits if the parent’s name differs between documents
Prepare amendment requests to correct your California birth certificate, if required
3. Certified Spanish Translations
We provide official, certified Spanish translations for all required documents, accepted by Mexican consulates:
U.S. birth certificate
Affidavits or amendments
Passport, driver’s license, or ID
Marriage/divorce documents (if relevant)
4. California Apostille Services
We process apostilles for all California-issued documents you’ll need for your consular appointment:
U.S. birth certificate (original or certified copy)
Certified Spanish translations
Notarized affidavits and declarations
5. Consular Appointment Assistance
Booking an appointment at the right consulate can be confusing. We assist with:
Choosing the correct Mexican consulate based on your residential address (Santa Ana, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Bernardino, etc.)
Booking your appointment via MiConsulado (phone or online)
Providing a detailed appointment preparation guide with:
What documents to bring
How to organize your packet
What to expect during the consular interview
Current processing times and ID photo requirements
6. Form Preparation & Filing Assistance
We prepare all required forms and declarations for you — filled out properly in Spanish and printed for submission:
Solicitud de Nacionalidad Mexicana
Declaración de Doble Nacionalidad
Acta de Nacimiento registration form
Power of Attorney (if a family member in Mexico will submit on your behalf)
Each client receives a fully organized packet with:
Originals, apostilled copies, and certified translations
Cover sheet with checklist and filing instructions
Backup copies for personal records
Step-by-Step Guide: Dual Citizenship with Mexico
Step 1: Determine Eligibility
You may be eligible for Mexican nationality by descent (doble nacionalidad) if at least one of
your parents was born in Mexico. This applies regardless of where you were born, so long
as you were born outside Mexico. Mexican nationality law allows for dual citizenship and
does not require renouncing U.S. citizenship.
Documents you’ll need to confirm eligibility include:
• Your original U.S. birth certificate (long form, not abstract)
• A valid government-issued photo ID (passport, driver’s license)
• Your parent’s original Mexican birth certificate
Step 2: Review & Organize Documents
Ensure that names on all documents match. Common discrepancies include:
• Middle names omitted or added
• Differences in spelling or accents
• Order of surnames reversed or inconsistent
If any discrepancies exist, prepare an affidavit to clarify the identity match. You may also
need to amend your California birth certificate using the California Department of Public
Health’s amendment process.
Step 3: Notarization
Use a notary public to:
• Notarize a certified copy of your U.S. birth certificate – if not a CA birth record
• Notarize any affidavits to explain inconsistencies
• Notarize any Power of Attorney forms if a family member in Mexico will act on your behalf
Step 4: Certified Spanish Translations
Translate all necessary documents into Spanish. Required translations typically include:
• U.S. birth certificate
• Government-issued ID
• Notarized affidavits
• Marriage or divorce documents (if applicable)
Translations must be certified and include a Certificate of Accuracy signed by the translator,
then notarized.
Step 5: Apostille Authentication
Translations must be certified and include a Certificate of Accuracy signed by the translator,
then notarized.
Step 5: Apostille Authentication
Apostille your documents through the California Secretary of State. Eligible documents
include:
• Original or certified copies of your U.S. birth certificate
• Certified Spanish translations with notarized accuracy certificate
• Notarized affidavits and declarations
Choose from standard (7–10 days), expedited (2–3 days), or same-day service
Step 6: Book Your Consular Appointment
Book an appointment with the Mexican consulate that serves your address. Consulates in
California include:
• Los Angeles
• Santa Ana
• San Diego
• San Bernardino
Appointments are made via MiConsulado at citas.sre.gob.mx or by calling
+1-424-309-0009. Be prepared to bring all original and apostilled documents, translations,
photo ID, and application forms.
Step 7: Form Preparation
Complete and bring the following to your consular appointment:
• Solicitud de Nacionalidad
• Declaración de Doble Nacionalidad
• Power of Attorney (if applicable)
• Photographs and proof of address
Keep at least 2–3 copies of each document set and organize them with a cover sheet and
checklist.
Step 8: Attend Your Appointment
Bring all documents to your consulate appointment. You may be asked questions about
your family or Mexican heritage. If approved, you will receive an Acta de Nacimiento
(Mexican birth registration) and can apply for a Mexican passport.
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