The CURP certified and biometric will be one of the most important documents Mexico In 2026. Out of February 2026The updated certificate will be mandatory in official and private procedures.
This identifier, which is already essential for School routines, health and social programswill be converted into a more secure and reliable version that includes biometric data such as: Fingerprints, digital photography and iris scanning.
The change is in response to the need to modernize the national identity system and reduce the risk of fraud or identity theft. The good news is that the process to obtain it is completely free and can be completed both online and in face-to-face modules National Population Register (RENAPO).
The CURP 2026 it is a version certified by RENAPO The traditional 18 alphanumeric characters are retained, but biometric elements are added to increase security.
Your goal is Fighting identity theftReduce administrative errors and facilitate interoperability between government systems.
In addition, the certified certificate includes the digital signature of the Ministry of the Interior and a current issue date that ensures acceptance in government and private procedures. This update does that CURP in a document with full validity as an official ID throughout the country.
The implementation will be gradual: pilot modules were activated for the first time 2025then the process is made available to the public January 2026 and finally, since Februarywill be mandatory for all citizens and residents Mexico.
To process them biometric CURP and certified must be presented:
- Certified birth certificate
- Valid official ID (INE, passport, license, professional ID, military ID)
- Current proof of address (no longer than 3 months)
- traditional CURP (if you already have it)
- Active email to receive appointment confirmations and notifications
In the case of Minorsmust be accompanied by a mother, father or legal guardian who must also have their own Biometric CURP. This allows children and young people to have a valid official ID, which is particularly useful for School or health procedures.
- On-line:
- Enter the official portal gob.mx/curp.
- If you know your CURP, enter it in the appropriate field.
- If you don’t know her, fill out the form with your full name, date of birth, gender and state.
- Enter the verification code and click “Search”.
- Download your certificate in PDF format with the legend “CURP certified”.
- Personal:
- Make your appointment at cita.renapo.gob.mx.
- Select the “Register biometric data for the CURP” procedure.
- Select the available date and time.
- Go to the RENAPO or registry office module with your biometric registration documents (fingerprints, iris and photo).
- You will receive your updated certificate with official validity and digital signature.
In this way the CURP updated in 2026 It will be mandatory for health, education, social programs, financial services and government processes.
Obtaining is easy, free and guarantees that your identity is protected under the highest security standards. Prompt processing is the best way to avoid backlash when it becomes mandatory February 2026.
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