Mexican Consulates in the U.S. Will Issue Copies of Birth Certificates...Starting Today!

The Mexican government announced that starting today, Mexican consulates in the U.S. will issue copies of birth certificates registered in Mexico. To obtain certified copies, Mexican nationals should visit the nearest consulate, present an official proof of identity, fill out an application and pay a fee of $13 per certified copy, and, if they have it, provide their Clave Única de Registro de Población (CURP). AILA Media Advocacy Committee Chair Mo Goldman applauds the new policy stating, "This announcement and change in policy comes at a critical juncture for millions of Mexican citizens living in the U.S. that may be eligible for DAPA or DACA."