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Hispanic Family History Resources (English)
Para ver este Portal en español, haga clic en: Recursos de genealogía hispana

FamilySearch Historical Records
FamilySearch has a vast collection of online digital records, searchable databases, and online books for millions of people with Hispanic heritage. Use these resources: FamilySearch Historical Records Search by Country:
 * FamilySearch Historical Records Search - General Search of Indexed Records for All Countries
 * Search by Country

Online Databases
The Online Genealogy Records pages on the Research Wiki list all known country-wide databases to indexes and records. Online Genealogy Records Wiki Page by Country:
 * Online Genealogy Records by Location - Research Wiki; list of online databases to websites


 * Guided Research for Selected Countries - Research Wiki; Birth, marriage, and death records
 * FamilySearch Catalog - Search by location for other FamilySearch resources
 * Research Wiki Pages by Region:
 * Caribbean
 * Central America
 * North America
 * South America
 * Europe

Online Books

 * FamilySearch Digital Library - Links to digital books on FamilySearch

Related Websites
Several websites are particularly useful for Hispanic genealogy research:


 * Hispanic Genealogy Resources Online

This article has an extensive listing of online sites by region and country for Hispanic genealogy.


 * PARES – Portal de Archivos Españoles Search for ancestors in various archives of Spain. Website is in Spanish.


 * Hispanic Genealogy Facebook Provides research tips, latest news, and links related to Hispanic genealogy. Website is in English and Spanish.


 * Mesa FamilySearch Library Provides training aids and helps in Hispanic genealogy research with power point presentations, PDF files, and computer guides. Website is in English and Español.

Help Near You
====Family History Centers and Affiliate Libraries Locate a family history center or Affiliate Library near your home. You will have access to online images not viewable from home. For family history centers, local staff can offer you free personal help.
 * Find a family history center or affiliate library

FamilySearch Community
The FamilySearch Community is an online resource that helps people interested in family history connect with each other worldwide. In the community, you can learn research strategies, view genealogy events, join various groups that have the similar interests, and connect with specialized research experts.
 * English
 * Español.

Genealogy Research Groups
FamilySearch Genealogy Research Groups are resources where individuals can post specific genealogical questions or translation requests regarding a country or region in the world. The community consists of individuals who wish to collaborate and help one another find answers.
 * List of Genealogy Research Groups Available by Country

Helpful Guides

 * Introduction to Hispanic Research Simple steps to begin your family history.


 * How do I read old Spanish writing? Expert guidance in deciphering Hispanic manuscripts and other old documents printed in old typefaces or written in old handwriting styles.


 * FamilySearch Research Wiki Provides up-to-date information on how to research sources for information about your ancestors shared by research experts and interested genealogists.

FamilySearch Communities
FamilySearch Community now provides worldwide groups where you can search for answers, and ask questions about, your family history research, including groups in Latin America, Europe, North America and all countries of the world. You may also provide answers to others seeking information you may know. See groups in both English and Español.

Research Aids
Research Wiki articles:


 * Argentina
 * Chile
 * Costa Rica
 * Guatemala
 * Mexico
 * Panama
 * Peru

FamilySearch Indexing – Hispanic Projects
FamilySearch Indexing is a volunteer-based effort to index billions of records from around the world. You can help make indexes freely available online for yourself and others. There are a number of Spanish language projects available. Find out more ....