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Mexico constitutional reform on dual nationality

Overview

President Claudia Sheinbaum’s constitutional reform initiative to restrict dual nationality for high-ranking officials continues to progress through the Mexican legislature. The proposal, which targets Articles 82, 116, and 122, requires candidates for President, Governor, or Head of Government of Mexico City to renounce any foreign citizenship before registering their candidacy to prevent conflicts of interest and ensure an ‘undivided commitment to Mexico.’ As of October 1, 2026, the reform had secured approval in 20 states, surpassing the 17-state minimum required to proceed.

On October 6, 2026, President Sheinbaum officially signed the constitutional reform into law. The measure, which has now received support from 22 state legislatures and both chambers of Congress, mandates that individuals renounce foreign citizenship before registering their candidacy with the National Electoral Institute (INE). While the reform does not strip Mexican citizens of their general right to hold dual nationality, it restricts these rights for those seeking high-level executive offices.

The new regulations are set to take effect starting with the 2028 electoral processes. Once in office, these officials are also prohibited from acquiring new foreign citizenships, using foreign passports, or seeking diplomatic protection from other states. Proponents argue the change is necessary to ensure absolute loyalty and prevent foreign interference, while critics suggest it may impact the political rights of the large Mexican diaspora living abroad.

Following the approval, political figures have begun reacting to the implications. Jasmine Bugarín, a senator on leave, has initiated the process of renouncing her United States citizenship, stating that “the sovereignty of Mexico is an unrenounceable principle that we must defend.” Conversely, Morena Senator Cecilia Guadiana, born in Texas, announced she will not renounce her U.S. citizenship at this time, noting her current Senate role through 2030 does not require compliance.

Entities

Claudia Sheinbaum · Mexico · Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo · Morena · Luisa María Alcalde

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  • "The reform was approved by two-thirds of both chambers of Congress and 22 state legislatures."

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    "Twenty state legislatures have approved the reform, surpassing the required minimum of 17."

    One claim states 22 state legislatures approved the reform, while the other states 20 state legislatures have approved it.

Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 50 sources
    Mexico: Sheinbaum signs decree requiring single nationality for top candidates

    President Claudia Sheinbaum signed a constitutional reform requiring candidates for President, Governor, and Mexico City Head of Government to hold only Mexican nationality, effective from the 2028 elections.

  2. [POLITICS] 19 sources
    Mexico advances constitutional reform to restrict dual nationality for executive candidates

    Mexico is fast-tracking a constitutional reform requiring presidential and gubernatorial candidates to hold only Mexican nationality, effective from the 2028 elections.

  3. [POLITICS] 113 sources
    Mexico Senate approves reform prohibiting dual nationality for top executive offices

    The Mexican Senate approved a constitutional reform requiring candidates for President and governorships to hold only Mexican nationality, effective for the 2028 elections.

  4. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Morena dual nationality reform restricts political rights, says Ramiro Ramos

    Former PRI leader Ramiro Ramos Salinas criticized a Morena-led reform that bars dual-national citizens from seeking public office in Mexico, calling it a setback for civil rights.

  5. [POLITICS] 39 sources
    Mexico approves constitutional reform requiring single nationality for top executive candidates

    Mexico's Chamber of Deputies approved a reform requiring presidential and gubernatorial candidates to hold only Mexican nationality, effective for the 2028 elections.

  6. [POLITICS] 91 sources
    Mexico advances dual nationality reform and manages INE leadership change

    President Sheinbaum advances a dual nationality reform for candidates, manages the resignation of INE's Executive Secretary, and defends Mexico's sovereignty and education results.

  7. [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Chile and Mexico advance political reforms regarding party stability and nationality

    Chile accelerates political reforms to strengthen party stability, while Mexico proposes requiring presidential and gubernatorial candidates to hold only Mexican nationality.

  8. [POLITICS] 6 sources
    Mexico Chamber of Deputies reviews dual nationality reform

    Mexico's Chamber of Deputies is reviewing a reform proposed by President Claudia Sheinbaum that would require presidential and local government candidates to renounce any foreign nationality.

  9. [POLITICS] 107 sources
    Mexico advances school device regulation and constitutional reforms

    Mexico's government is proposing reforms to regulate mobile device use in schools, mandate single nationality for high-level candidates, and implement an 11-point priority legislative package.

  10. [POLITICS] 56 sources
    Mexico: Sheinbaum proposes ban on dual nationality for top executive candidates

    President Claudia Sheinbaum has proposed a constitutional reform requiring candidates for President, governors, and Mexico City's Head of Government to renounce dual nationality to ensure national sovereignty.

  11. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    PRI proposes security plan and opposes dual nationality rights restriction

    Mexico's PRI party has proposed a new security strategy and announced its opposition to an initiative that would strip political rights from citizens with dual nationality.

  12. [POLITICS] 67 sources
    Mexico: Sheinbaum proposes constitutional reform to restrict dual nationality for top officials

    President Claudia Sheinbaum proposed a constitutional reform requiring candidates for President, governors, and Mexico City's Head of Government to renounce any second nationality before registering.

Sources

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