Mexican citizens living in Australia can apply at the embassy for the voter credential issued for residents abroad, which also places them on the overseas voters list. The application is free and valid for 10 years.
Where to apply in Australia
Consular Section of the Embassy of Mexico, 14 Perth Avenue, Yarralumla, Canberra ACT. Honorary consulates in Brisbane and Carnegie (Melbourne) do not perform these procedures on the embassy pages read.
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Mexico.
How to apply
Book an individual appointment on MiConsulado (one per person, can be combined with a passport renewal) | attend in person 10 minutes early with originals; biometrics are taken | the electoral institute posts the card to your Australian address, then activate it online
Applications are handled through MiConsulado appointment system https://citas.sre.gob.mx.
Documents you need
- Proof of Mexican nationality (birth certificate, naturalisation document, or Mexican parent's birth certificate for those born abroad)
- Official photo ID with name matching the birth certificate
- Proof of Australian address (no PO boxes)
Fees and processing time
- Official fee: free
Processing time: Card mailed by the electoral institute after the visit; no time published.
Good to know
no date shown. Cannot be done remotely; an application stays valid two months.
Official sources
Check before you apply
This page summarises information published by Mexico's official channels, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.
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More services of Mexico in Australia
- Apostille and signature legalisation guidance
- Civil registry (birth, marriage, death registration and certified copies)
- Declaration of Mexican nationality
- Household effects certificate (menaje de casa)
- Military service identity card (Cartilla)
- Passport (adult and minor, first issue or renewal)
- Permanent resident visa
- Power of attorney (notarial)
- Proof of life certificate for pensioners
- Public open will (notarial)
- Temporary resident visa with work permit