The short answer is yes, the long answer is, it depends. You are eligible for Mexican dual citizenship through at least one Mexican grandparent, but not through direct descent. Their child (your parent) needs to become a dual citizen first. That might sound complicated, but it can be surprisingly simple, especially if you have one crucial document: your Mexican grandparent’s birth certificate.

The Mexican dual citizenship process is possible through grandparents. If at least one of your parents becomes a dual citizen, Mexican authorities can allow you to become a dual citizen directly to your grandparents. However, it’s often impossible for most people due to the lack of specific documents that the majority of immigrants have lost. 

Once your parents’ dual citizenship is established, you become eligible to apply as well, continuing your family’s legacy and connection to Mexico.

What Documents Do I Need From My Grandparents?

To start the process, you’ll need documents proving your Mexican lineage. Typically, this includes:

  • Your grandparent’s original Mexican birth certificate (acta de nacimiento).
  • Their Mexican marriage certificate, if available.
  • Proof of identity (e.g., INE card or old Mexican passport, if they had one).
  • Any relevant death certificate (if your grandparent has passed away).

These documents are the foundation of your family’s nationality chain and will help your parent begin their process.

What Documents Do I Need From My Mexican Parent?

  • Once your parent applies for and obtains dual citizenship, you’ll need:
  • Their Mexican birth certificate (once issued).
  • Their Mexican passport or national ID (INE).
  • Your own U.S. birth certificate, apostilled, and translated into Spanish.
  • Your photo ID (passport or driver’s license).

Having consistent and matching information across these documents is essential; even a small spelling error can delay the process.

How Long Does the Process Take Through My Grandparents?

Obtaining Mexican dual citizenship through your grandparents varies based on whether your case is “perfect” or “non-perfect.”

At Doble Nacionalidad Express, both types of cases are handled efficiently and professionally.

Perfect Cases

A perfect case means that all your documents match seamlessly;  names, dates, and locations align across certificates.

Estimated Timeframe: 5–6 weeks (sometimes less).

Non-Perfect Cases

If there are discrepancies, such as a misspelled name or a missing birth certificate, the process may take longer, as extra steps are needed.

For example:

Correcting a U.S. birth certificate to match a Mexican parent’s name can take 5–6 months.

Searching or digitizing a missing Mexican birth record may take 3–4 weeks.

The good news? Doble Nacionalidad Express specializes in both perfect and non-perfect cases, providing tailored solutions to keep your application moving smoothly.

Apostille Is Key

The apostille step is one of the most crucial parts of the process. It certifies that your U.S. documents are authentic and recognized by the Mexican government.

Processing times vary by state:

California & Arizona: Typically 2–4 weeks.

Florida, New York & Texas: May take longer due to specific local procedures.

At Doble Nacionalidad Express, we handle the apostille for you, ensuring your documents are properly certified and ready for submission.

 

Certificate of Nonexistence of Birth and Translation

Simultaneously, your documents are translated into Spanish (usually within 3–7 days) and a Certificate of Nonexistence of Birth is obtained (about 4 days). This certificate authorizes you to apply for Mexican citizenship by confirming you don’t already have a registered Mexican birth.

Other Special Scenarios.

If your parent’s Mexican documents are outdated or missing, we can initiate a digitization or record search process, typically taking 3–4 weeks.

Every case is unique,  human factors, record accuracy, and legal requirements can all influence the total processing time.

What Are the Benefits of Becoming a Mexican Citizen?

Obtaining Mexican dual citizenship offers a world of opportunities:

  1. Freedom to live, work, and own property in Mexico.
  2. Access to Mexican healthcare and education systems.
  3. Ability to pass citizenship to your children.
  4. Stronger connection to your cultural and family heritage.

How Long Does the Dual Citizenship Process Take Overall?

When all documents are in order, most cases take around 5–6 weeks.

However, if your documents need corrections or searches, expect a few extra weeks or months.

Let’s say your parents have a dual citizenship case, and you also have one. The average estimate would be 10-12 weeks. 

At Doble Nacionalidad Express, we understand that every case is different, and we’re here to make it as smooth as possible. Whether your case is perfect or needs some extra care, our team is ready to guide you every step of the way.

Reclaim your heritage! 

If you’re ready to start your Mexican dual citizenship journey, Doble Nacionalidad Express is here to help make it fast, legal, and stress-free. You can get a free consultation by clicking the button “Star Here” on this website. You can also call our customer service agent’s to ask initial or follow up questions regarding your case, we accompanied you during every step of your process.Â