Mina’s background has been a topic of discussion among 90 Day Fiancé fans, and it’s no secret anymore that she is not a French citizen but an Angolan woman who spent most of her adult life in France.
Mina's son, Clayton, also does not hold French citizenship, despite being born in the country. This is because most European nations, including France, do not grant automatic birthright citizenship to babies born on their soil unless at least one parent is an EU citizen. Since neither Mina nor Clayton’s father are EU citizens, Clayton’s legal status in France has remained complicated. This has made his move to the U.S. even more challenging, as he cannot simply travel with Mina and her American fiancé, Mark. Instead, Clayton must either enter the U.S. on a K-2 visa, which is designed for children of foreign fiancés, or go through the adoption process with Mark, which would eventually help him secure a green card. However, adoption is a lengthy and complex process, often taking more time than the K-2 visa route.
On the show, Mina has remained relatively quiet about Clayton’s biological father, likely because his name brings back painful memories from her past. From what fans have gathered, Clayton’s father appears to be a deadbeat dad who was never involved in Mina or Clayton’s life. This absence may actually work in Mina’s favor, as it means she likely won’t need his permission for Mark to adopt Clayton.
In a recent Instagram reply to a fan, Mina confirmed that Clayton’s father has never been involved in his son’s life, and she has raised him entirely on her own until Mark entered the picture. Mark has since stepped into the role of father figure and role model, providing the stability and support that Clayton needed. Mina has expressed gratitude for Mark’s presence in their lives, acknowledging that his involvement has brought a sense of security and family that was previously missing.
Despite the challenges, Mina has been careful about integrating Mark into Clayton’s life. She revealed that she did not introduce her son to Mark immediately—instead, she waited two years until their relationship became serious before making the connection. This cautious approach seems to have paid off, as Mina now describes their blended family dynamic as healthy and harmonious. From the outside, it appears that everyone is getting along well, and Clayton has found a stable and loving home with Mina and Mark. While some fans continue to speculate about Mina’s past and the circumstances surrounding Clayton’s father, she remains focused on building a future for her son in the U.S. with Mark by their side.