You can apply for a Mexican passport in the United States at the consulate that covers your area, and in most cases it is issued the same day. Here are the requirements, what it costs by validity period, how to book the appointment, and what to do if you have no birth certificate or ID.
Mexican passport requirements in the U.S.
You need to prove 3 things: Mexican nationality, your identity, and your address.
- Mexican nationality: a Mexican birth certificate, certificate of nationality, naturalization certificate, or your previous passport
- Official photo ID: INE voter card, matrícula consular, driver's license, professional ID, or previous passport
- Proof of U.S. address: a utility bill, lease, bank statement or recent official mail
- Your CURP, if you have it
Bring originals and a copy of each. If you are renewing, bring your old passport even if it has expired: it proves nationality and identity at the same time, which simplifies the whole appointment.
How much does a Mexican passport cost?
It depends on the validity period you choose. These are the consular fees in effect for 2026:
| Validity | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1 year (protection cases and children under 3) | $44 USD |
| 3 years | $101 USD |
| 6 years | $137 USD |
| 10 years | $209 USD |
- Applicants aged 60 and over pay half, at any validity period. The discount applies to passports only, not to other consular services
- Expedited processing costs 30% more than the ordinary fee
- You pay on the day of the appointment, at the consulate cashier, in cash with exact change or by debit or credit card (American Express is not accepted)
Fees are updated annually, so confirm the amount on your consulate's page before you go.
How to book your appointment
An appointment is required for passport services. You book it through the MiConsulado system:
- Online: at miconsulado.sre.gob.mx/citas-consulares
- By phone: 1-424-309-0009, Monday to Friday 8am to 9pm, weekends 9am to 6pm
You can find the consulate that covers your area in the Mexican Embassy directory. Some consulates accept walk-ins, but the wait is far longer.
If there is no date near you, check other consulates in your region. And do not pay anyone to get you an appointment: the system costs nothing and you can use it yourself.
What happens at the appointment
Arrive 30 to 45 minutes early. Once inside:
- You present your original documents to the consular officer
- They take your photograph and fingerprints
- You pay the fee for the validity period you chose
- Most consulates issue the passport the same day
If you have no birth certificate or ID
It can still be done, and this is the part most people get stuck on. If you came to the U.S. as a child and never had Mexican documents, there are two routes.
Getting your Mexican birth certificate
- Online: through the Plataforma Nacional del Registro Civil (miregistrocivil.gob.mx), if your record is in the national system. You pay online there and download the certificate
- Through a relative in Mexico, who can request it from the Civil Registry in the state where you were born. The civil registry directory lists the contact details for every office, organized by state.
- At the consulate, which in many cases can print it at the counter. A certified copy issued by the consulate costs $20
To request it you need your full name as it was registered, your parents' names, the state and city where you were born, and the approximate year of registration.
Applying for a certificate of Mexican nationality
If there is no way to get the birth certificate, this document proves your nationality and stands in for it. It applies if you were born in Mexico without a birth certificate, or if at least one of your parents is Mexican. You apply at the consulate with whatever supporting documents you have: school records, your parents' documents, medical records. The Declaratoria de Nacionalidad costs $24.
If you have no photo ID
Some consulates accept school records with a photo, medical records with your name and picture, or letters from community or religious organizations verifying your identity. Rules vary between consulates, so call before you go.
If you were born in the U.S. to Mexican parents
You are entitled to Mexican nationality, but the process has an extra step: your birth has to be registered with the consulate first so that a Mexican birth certificate exists in your name, and you then apply for the passport with that certificate.
You will need your U.S. birth certificate and your Mexican parent's birth certificate. It is an additional step, not an obstacle, and registering the birth for dual citizenship carries no fee.
What a Mexican passport is useful for in the U.S.
- Official photo identification, accepted for consular business and in many settings in the U.S.
- Applying for an ITIN to file taxes
- Financial services: some institutions accept it as identification. Policies vary, so ask first
- A driver's license in states that accept foreign documents
- Travel, which is its main purpose
Frequently asked questions
What are the requirements for a Mexican passport in the U.S.?
A Mexican birth certificate or other proof of nationality, an official photo ID, and proof of address. Bring originals and copies, and you need a consulate appointment.
How much does a Mexican passport cost?
In 2026: $44 for 1 year, $101 for 3 years, $137 for 6 years and $209 for 10 years. Applicants aged 60 and over pay half.
How long does it take to get a Mexican passport?
Most consulates issue it the same day as your appointment.
Can I get a Mexican passport without a birth certificate?
Yes. You can obtain the certificate online or through a relative in Mexico, or apply for a certificate of Mexican nationality at the consulate, which stands in for it.
Can I apply if I am undocumented in the U.S.?
Yes. Your U.S. immigration status does not affect the process, because the passport is issued by the Mexican government.
How do I get a Mexican passport as a U.S. citizen?
If one of your parents is Mexican, register your birth at the consulate first so a Mexican birth certificate is issued, then apply for the passport with it. You will need your U.S. birth certificate and your Mexican parent's.
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