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If you are planning a trip abroad with a child or adolescent, one of the essential procedures is to obtain a Mexican passport. Unlike the process for adults, the Secretariat of Foreign Affairs (SRE) requests additional requirements to protect the identity of minors and ensure the document is issued with the authorization of those who exercise parental authority or guardianship.
According to the SRE, persons under 18 years of age must appear in person at a passport office by appointment and be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
What documents does the SRE ask for to process a passport for the first time?
To obtain a Mexican passport for the first time, documentation must be presented that proves both nationality and identity.
1. Birth certificate or document proving nationality
The SRE requests that one of the following documents be presented in original form:
- Copia certificada del acta de nacimiento mexicana.
- Acta de nacimiento expedida por una oficina consular mexicana.
- Carta de Naturalización, cuando corresponda.
2. Minor's identification document
To prove identity, various official documents with a photograph can be used, including:
Valid school ID.
School certificate with photograph.
School transcript with photograph and official seal.
Medical services ID from a public health or social security institution.
The SRE notes that the data on the identification document must match that of the minor's birth certificate.
3. Appearance of parents or guardians
One of the most important requirements is the authorization of those who exercise parental authority or guardianship.
The SRE indicates that parents must appear with valid official identification and grant their consent for the issuance of the minor's passport.
Accepted identification includes:
- INE o credencial para votar.
- Pasaporte mexicano.
- Cédula profesional.
- Cartilla militar.
- Credencial del INAPAM.
- Documentos migratorios vigentes para extranjeros, cuando corresponda.
What happens if one of the parents cannot attend?
The SRE provides for different mechanisms when one parent cannot be present.
For example, they may grant their consent through forms and procedures authorized by the agency, even from another passport office or a Mexican consular representation abroad. Special provisions may also apply in cases of guardianship, exclusive custody, or the death of one of the parents.
Additional requirements for babies and young children
When dealing with babies and young children, the SRE may request complementary documentation to prove their identity, such as a medical or pediatric certificate with a photograph of the minor.
In addition, for these types of procedures, the following is usually requested:
- CURP del menor.
- CURP de los padres o tutores.
- Identificaciones vigentes de quienes ejercen la patria potestad.
- Comprobante de cita.
Is the presence of the minor mandatory?
Yes. The presence of the minor is mandatory during the passport application process, even in the case of babies. This measure is part of the security controls implemented by the SRE to verify the identity of the applicant.
Before attending your appointment, verify that the birth certificate, identification, and school or medical documents are valid and that the data matches correctly. The SRE warns that inconsistencies in the documentation can delay the process or prevent the issuance of the passport.
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