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To ensure that no one is left behind and that all citizens can exercise their right to an official identity, the government of Baja California, led by Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, has launched the “Soy México” 2024 campaign. This initiative, which began on August 15, aims to facilitate the registration of birth certificates for Mexican-American children, minors, and adults, thereby guaranteeing their identity in the state.
The campaign, spearheaded by the General Secretariat of Government under the direction of Alfredo Álvarez Cárdenas, started in Tijuana and will be active there until September 30. Following this, the campaign will extend to other cities in the state, including Mexicali, Tecate, Playas de Rosarito, and Ensenada, where it will run from October 1 to October 31.
A key premise of the “Soy México” campaign is the elimination of bureaucratic barriers and costs that typically complicate the process of registering Mexican nationality for individuals born in the United States to Mexican parents. This is particularly important to ensure that these individuals can access the rights and services granted by Mexican citizenship.
Elizabeth Márquez Saavedra, Director of the State Civil Registry, emphasized the importance of this coordinated effort, noting that the goal is to assist all those interested in obtaining their Mexican birth certificate. She explained that those wishing to participate in the campaign can visit the nearest Civil Registry Office to fill out their application and submit the required documentation.
The requirements for accessing this campaign have been simplified to facilitate the process for applicants. The necessary documents include a legible copy of the U.S. birth certificate, the birth certificate of the Mexican parent, an official ID of the applicant, and their certified CURP. These requirements ensure that the process is as smooth and accessible as possible for all interested parties.
Márquez Saavedra also highlighted that thanks to collaboration between the Federal Government and the State Government, significant cost exemptions have been achieved. Through the NAPHSIS system, costs for apostilles, translations, and certificates of non-existence of birth will be waived, representing a substantial saving for families. This measure will allow each person to save an estimated 1,953 to 4,500 pesos, making the process more accessible for everyone.
The Baja California Civil Registry, in coordination with the Ministry of Education and the municipalities, will work diligently over the coming months to ensure that school-age children and other vulnerable individuals can benefit from this campaign. It is expected that, through these actions, thousands of people will be able to obtain their Mexican birth certificate, enabling them to access health services, education, and other benefits essential to improving their quality of life.
