Immigration Guide · México
Mexico Non-Criminal Record Certificate: Guide
Guide on the Federal Non-Criminal Record Certificate from the Mexican Attorney General's Office for U.S. immigration purposes.
The Federal Non-Criminal Record Certificate (Constancia de Antecedentes No Penales Federal) is issued by the Fiscalía General de la República in Mexico. This document is distinct from state-level certificates, which are issued by local state attorney offices. The Fiscalía General de la República currently issues this certificate in a digital format that features a QR verification code and an advanced electronic signature, allowing for online validation of the document’s authenticity.
Applicants often confuse the scope of these documents. If your immigration process requires federal records, a state-issued certificate will not suffice. Furthermore, these documents have a very short validity period, so it is advisable to obtain them shortly before submitting them to U.S. authorities. If the document is destined for Spain or another Hague Convention country, it must be apostilled before translation. Fidelis does not provide apostille services; we only perform certified translations of documents that have already been apostilled or legalized.
A common issue that leads to a Request for Evidence (RFE) is name discrepancy. The certificate must match the names and surnames exactly as they appear on your valid passport. If your birth certificate or passport includes a maternal surname or compound names, ensure the certificate from the Fiscalía General de la República reflects them identically. Additionally, all seals and QR codes must be clearly legible in the copy you provide for translation; if the system generates a blurry printout, try downloading the original digital file again.
To obtain this document from the United States, you must use the official portal of the Fiscalía General de la República. The process is completed online using your CURP (Clave Única de Registro de Población) and by paying the required fees. Once processed, the certificate is available for download as a PDF. You do not need to visit a consulate, as the portal allows for remote processing from any location.
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| Standard Page (up to 500 words) | Includes Certificate of Translation Accuracy under 8 CFR § 103.2(b)(3) and two-step review | $29 USD |
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Frequently asked questions
What should I do if my certificate from the Fiscalía General de la República is missing my second surname?
USCIS typically compares the information on your documents with your passport. If the certificate does not match, we recommend requesting a correction from the issuing authority before having the document translated to avoid discrepancies in your file.
I have both a state and a federal certificate; which one should I translate for my residency application?
This depends on the specific instructions for your case. If the USCIS form or notice requests federal records, you must translate the one issued by the Fiscalía General de la República. If you are unsure, please check the U.S. Department of State's Reciprocity Schedule for Mexico.
Official source
Review the applicable federal requirement directly at 8 CFR § 103.2(b)(3) on eCFR .
Fidelis Certified Translations is an independent translation service and is not affiliated with, authorized, or endorsed by USCIS or any U.S. government agency. Final acceptance of any document rests solely with the receiving agency or institution.