Mexican documents apostilled through the correct official channels — SEGOB's TAD system for federal records, state authorities for civil documents. 100% remote. Free document review.
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What type of Mexican document do you need apostilled?
Mexico operates two apostille systems. Choosing the right one from the start saves 1–2 weeks and avoids rejection.
Birth certificates, criminal records, and academic documents from Mexico frequently need apostille for visa and immigration purposes. We handle the full process — from TAD submission to certified translation.
Spain requires apostilled Mexican documents for visa and residency applications. The CFAP (criminal background check) must be apostilled via SEGOB's TAD system. We know the exact requirements for each Spanish consulate.
University degrees and academic transcripts from Mexican SEP-registered institutions need apostille for credential recognition abroad. We coordinate with the issuing institution and the state authority to complete the process.
| Document | Issuing authority | Estimated time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Original Mexican document (or certified copy) | Relevant Mexican authority (civil registry, SEP, etc.) | Varies by document type | Must be original or a certified copy issued by the competent authority. |
| Apostille via TAD system (federal documents) | Secretaría de Gobernación (SEGOB) — Trámites a Distancia | 3–5 business days (online system) | SEGOB handles apostille of federal documents including the CFAP (Cartilla de Antecedentes) via the TAD platform. |
| Apostille via state notary / civil registry (state documents) | Relevant state authority | 5–15 business days | Birth certificates, marriage records, and other civil documents are apostilled at the state level. |
| Certified translation (if required by destination country) | Sworn / certified translator | 1–2 business days | Spain, the US, and most European countries require a certified translation of apostilled Mexican documents. |
We determine whether your Mexican document is federal (handled by SEGOB via TAD) or state-level (handled by the relevant state authority). This prevents costly submission errors.
Federal documents are submitted through Mexico's Trámites a Distancia (TAD) online platform. State documents are sent to the corresponding state civil registry or notary authority. We manage all paperwork and filing.
Mexico's TAD system issues digital apostilles with a verification code. We confirm the apostille is valid and verifiable before handing it off.
If your destination country requires a certified translation, we arrange it in parallel. Documents are delivered by tracked courier to your address worldwide.
Information on this page is based on procedures from recognized government and intergovernmental bodies — not third-party estimates.
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TAD (Trámites a Distancia) is Mexico's federal online platform operated by SEGOB for processing apostilles on federal documents digitally. It issues electronic apostilles with a verification QR code that foreign authorities can validate online. It is the correct apostille route for the CFAP (criminal background check) and other federal documents.
Yes — for federal documents through the TAD system. The digital apostille issued by SEGOB is fully valid under the Hague Convention. State-level documents (birth certificates, marriage records) may still require in-person submission at the relevant state authority, though many states are transitioning to digital systems.
Federal apostilles via TAD typically take 3–5 business days. State-level documents (birth certificates, civil registry documents) typically take 5–15 business days depending on the state. Expedition times vary significantly by state.
Yes. Spain is a Hague Convention member and accepts digital apostilles that can be verified through the issuing country's official portal. Mexico's TAD apostilles include a verification code that Spanish authorities can check online.
If your Mexican document is in Spanish, a translation is typically not required for Spain. However, for use in the US, UK, or other non-Spanish-speaking countries, a certified translation into the destination country's language is generally required.
Yes. The TAD system allows online requests regardless of your location. For state-level documents, we coordinate with local agents in Mexico to handle in-person submissions on your behalf. Our service is fully remote.
SEGOB (via TAD) apostilles federal documents: CFAP criminal background checks, immigration documents, certain civil status certificates. State authorities apostille birth certificates, marriage licenses, divorce records, and other documents issued by state civil registries or state courts.
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