Dual Citizenship and Marriage Effects on I-130 application

[fav13259 1]

Hi all,

I have dual citizenship, from Mexico and USA. I was born in US but got Mexican Citizenship through my parents who were born in Mexico. The reason I did this was so that in case anything should ever happen to them, they could leave their property there to me (as US Citizens cannot own properties in Mexico). I had been dating my girlfriend in Mexico for 6 years when we decided to get married in June of 2012. Holding both citizenships, it was easiest to get married in Mexico as a Mexican citizen, so I did, so the marriage certificate states that I am a Mexican Citizen.

My concern is that the I-130 will be rejected or the process prolonged because of this even though i provided my birth certificate and a copy of my US Passport. Has anyone ever had an issue like this? Any help to ease my concern is greatly appreciated.

[The Mean Lady 604]

i dont see why this would be an issue. the us only recognizes you as a us citizen

[r8edx2000 2]

I doesn't matter I did the same this past year and that issue never came up and never was a problem. I was told it could affect but I think that's just a rumour

[lierre 224]

I believe the US doesn't recognize dual citizenship. So, you're still American for them. Just make sure they understand your situation

[Michell 3]

I did the same thing. I have dual citizenship and was married as a mexican due to all the complications, extra steps and cost in getting married as an American in Mexico. I sent copies of my U.S. passport and my petition was approved without any problems. Good luck on your visa journey.

[kmarion1968 5]

I believe the US doesn't recognize dual citizenship. So, you're still American for them. Just make sure they understand your situation

you are correct, the united states does not allow its citizens to hold dual citizenship and therefore will not recognize your mexican citizenship because it is secondary to your US citizenship. best of luck