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englishsettler



Joined: 29 Aug 2006
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PostPosted: Wed Aug 30, 2006 10:47 pm    Post subject: can anyone in mexico give me an idea ? Reply with quote
hi

on previous post i asked whether i could get migratory status given that i have a 10 month old son born in mexico to my mexican wife ??? ( no one gave me an answer!) Unfortunately our marriage has broken down but im determined to make a life there and teach. I have a high level Law degree from london UK but no educational aspect to the degree and NO TEFl. Im from the uk.

I cant anticipate that my wife would support me given we are about to divorce ! however, i want to teach and i want to at some point have a life with my son in it ( even if she isnt so keen !)

does anyone have any inclination as to where i might stand ?
Thanks
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ontoit



Joined: 18 Jun 2006
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PostPosted: Wed Aug 30, 2006 11:43 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
Right, and I suggested you:

Get a laywer (to discuss the legal possibilities)

Enroll in Berlitz (to improve you English in preparation for teaching)

Bring cash (to support yourself while you explore your options.)

Sorry if it wasn't helpful.
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lozwich



Joined: 25 May 2003
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PostPosted: Thu Aug 31, 2006 3:06 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
If you're "determined to build a life there and teach", why not just get the TEFL and use it to get your FM3?
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englishsettler



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PostPosted: Thu Aug 31, 2006 11:23 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
well, have you not considered i have a son there ? if you were in that situation would you not feel you had some right to be there ? I want migratory status.
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ontoit



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PostPosted: Thu Aug 31, 2006 11:46 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
Why not offer to bring your son to England? You wouldn't have to worry about visas or work?
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englishsettler



Joined: 29 Aug 2006
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PostPosted: Thu Aug 31, 2006 12:20 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
great idea.......one problem, she doesnt want to do that Wink thats why we are in situation we are in now.
Anyway, whats wrong with me trying to make a life in the country my baby son lives in ?
surely it cant be such a big deal to have that right ?
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ls650



Joined: 10 May 2003
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Location: British Columbia
PostPosted: Thu Aug 31, 2006 12:41 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
I'm not a Mexican lawyer but I think you have a major problem. Mexican law very strongly favors the Mexican national parent in situations such as yours. If Mom doesn't want you to see your child, you will need a lawyer, and likely a very good one. Be prepared for a long, expensive legal battle.

I thought ontoit's advice, while rather rudely given, was accurate.
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Michael Smith



Joined: 20 May 2005
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PostPosted: Thu Aug 31, 2006 12:47 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
As far as I know, there's pretty much nothing you can do except try to find a job and apply for your FM3 that way. Another option (if the mother of your child is willing!) would be to not get a divorce and pretend you're still together. The only problem with that option is that you become an economic dependant, meaning you can live in Mexico, but not work there (legally). It might not be fair, but getting a job and getting your papers that way is by far the simplest way to go.
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saraswati



Joined: 30 Mar 2004
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PostPosted: Thu Aug 31, 2006 1:56 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
Check out this link for a complete list of requirements for obtaining citizenship.

http://www.sre.gob.mx/tramites/nacionalidad/tema1e.htm

As it states, you need to have lived in Mexico for at least two years before you can apply. Best advice has already been given...get your TEFL certificate, get a job and an FM3.

Good luck!
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lozwich



Joined: 25 May 2003
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PostPosted: Thu Aug 31, 2006 2:24 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
englishsettler wrote:
well, have you not considered i have a son there ? if you were in that situation would you not feel you had some right to be there ? I want migratory status.


Frankly, no. How can your son sponsor you for citizenship when he is just a little boy? Can he get you a job, pay your rent or guarantee your good moral character?

And I bet his mother would be more likely to give you visiting rights and so forth if you had your own job and means of support.
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Samantha



Joined: 25 Oct 2003
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Location: Mexican Riviera
PostPosted: Fri Sep 01, 2006 6:38 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
Right on. This is a common misconception it seems. Marrying a Mexican or producing Mexican babies is not a free ticket to by