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Mexico constitutional reform on dual nationality

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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 has reached a significant milestone, having had secured approval in 20 states and states, surpassing the 17-state minimum required to proceed. On October 6, 2026, President Sheinbaum officially signed the constitutional reform into law. The Senate 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 approved prohibited from acquiring new foreign citizenships, using foreign passports, or seeking diplomatic protection from other states. Proponents argue the measure. 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 of the reform. implications. Jasmine Bugarín, a senator on leave and coordinator for the 4T movement in Nayarit, 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, who was born in Texas, announced she will not renounce her U.S. citizenship at this time. Guadiana noted that time, noting her current political focus is her Senate role through 2030, meaning she is 2030 does not currently required to comply with the mandate. While the reform is set to officially take effect starting with the 2028 electoral process, some Morena senators have suggested that candidates for the 17 governorships in next year’s elections should adhere to the new rules for ethical reasons. The reform prohibits officials from acquiring new nationalities, using foreign passports, or seeking diplomatic protection from other states while in office. require compliance.

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