Mexican President Signs Decree Restricting Dual Nationality for Top Elected Offices
The reform will bar dual nationals from running for president, state governorships or Mexico City mayor starting with the 2028 elections.
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Mexico's president has signed a decree restricting dual nationality holders from running for some of the country's highest elected offices, with the reform set to take effect beginning with the 2028 elections.
Under the new rule, the restriction will apply to candidates for the presidency, state governorships, and the mayoralty of Mexico City, according to the decree.
Timeline and Scope
The reform does not apply retroactively to current officeholders but will take effect for the 2028 election cycle, meaning dual nationals seeking to run for these specific positions will need to address their citizenship status well in advance of that vote.
The available information does not specify whether the decree affects other elected positions beyond the presidency, governorships and the Mexico City mayoralty, nor does it detail the specific legal or political rationale cited by the president for the change.
No further details were immediately available regarding reactions from political parties or potential dual-national candidates affected by the new restriction.
Sources
- Mexican president signs decree restricting dual nationality for top elected offices — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
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