Rafael Romo Muñoz

Rafael Romo Muñoz (born November 22, 1940) is a Mexican Catholic prelate. He is archbishop emeritus of Tijuana, having served from 1996 to 2006 as bishop and from 2006 to 2016 as the first archbishop of the newly raised metropolitan archdiocese.

Biography Romo Muñoz was born in Torreón, in the state of Coahuila. After completing his elementary education, he entered the seminary of Saltillo in 1953. In 1958, he moved to the Mexican Seminary of Montezuma, New Mexico, where he studied philosophy.

He also held positions within the Episcopal Conference of Mexico, particularly in the pastoral care of migrants, and served on its council from 2015 to 2016.

Upon reaching the age of 75, he submitted his resignation, as required by canon law. It was accepted by Pope Francis on November 16, 2016. He remained as apostolic administrator until his successor took office.