Certificate of Registry Data
In Mexico, there are two types of criminal record certificates at the federal level:
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Certificate of Criminal Records (CANP), issued by the Decentralized Administrative Body of Social Prevention (OADPRS) of the Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection (SSPC).
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Certificate of Registry Data (CDR), issued by the Attorney General's Office (FGR).
The state governments of Mexico also issue criminal record certificates. It is important to note that in some countries, such as Germany, these certificates may not be accepted for immigration purposes.
The Mexican Consulate in Frankfurt does not issue these certificates. However, through its good offices, the Consulate assists applicants by providing a reception letter for the procedure and certifying copies of the original documentation.
For more information about these certificates, you can visit the respective issuing institutions' websites.
Certificate of Criminal Records (CANP) issued by OADPRS
For more information about the application procedure, visit: https://www.gob.mx/prevencionyreadaptacion/articulos/tramita-tu-constancia-de-antecedentes-penales?idiom=es
The application procedure for the CANP at the OADPRS offices in Mexico City is personal. If you are outside of Mexico, the application can be processed by a first-degree relative (parent, child, sibling, or spouse) by presenting a simple power of attorney signed by the applicant and two Consulate officials as witnesses, along with copies of their identification.
Certificate of Registry Data (CDR) issued by the FGR
The CDR is a document that verifies whether a person, either Mexican or foreign, who has resided in Mexico, has any records of prior investigations in local or federal matters.
The application must be made in person at any of the FGR's state delegations or at the central offices in Mexico City. Applicants residing abroad can grant a simple power of attorney, signed by two consular officials as witnesses, along with copies of their identification.
As part of the requirements to process the CDR, an official form with fingerprints must be presented, which will be taken at the Consulate offices. Additionally, 6 passport-sized photographs with a white background are required (3 frontal and 3 in right profile).
In the following link, you will find more information about the requirements and procedures for the CDR: https://www.gob.mx/fgr/acciones-y-programas/constancia-de-datos-registrales
How to Obtain a Consular Support Letter?
Send the completed application and the following documentation by email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Application form
- Valid official identification (original and copy)
- Birth certificate (original and copy)
- Proof of address in Germany (original and copy)
- Simple power of attorney form indicating the name and address of the authorized person
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I process the CANP/CDR directly at the Consulate?
NO. The Consulate only issues the consular support letter and certifies copies of the original documentation.
Can I request the CANP/CDR in Mexico without the consular support letter?
NO, the consular support letter is a mandatory requirement to obtain either of the certificates.
How long does it take to obtain the consular support letter?
The consular support letter is provided on the same day of your appointment.
How long does the process take in Mexico?
To know the response times, you should contact the relevant authorities directly.
I don’t have relatives in Mexico. Can a third party process the application on my behalf?
In principle, yes. To do this, the consular support letter should specify the name of the third party.
What happens after obtaining the consular support letter?
The applicant must send the documentation along with the consular support letter to the authorized person in Mexico. It is recommended to send these documents via registered international mail. Once the process is completed in Mexico, the authorized person should send the requested certificate by the same method.
Important: It is the responsibility of the applicants to submit all necessary documentation to request the consular support letter and continue the process in Mexico. The Consulate is not responsible for delays due to errors or incomplete documentation.
The consular support letter is a free service.
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