Consulate GeneralIllinois
Chicago
- 8605 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Suite 310
Chicago, IL 60631 - (888) 301-1130 Virtual Consulate: appointments and questions, toll-free
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- consuladochicago@rree.gob.sv
Consulate of El Salvador in Chicago, IL
Consulate General of El Salvador in Chicago, Illinois. Area served: Chicago area.
Quick answer
The Consulate General of El Salvador in Chicago, Illinois is at 8605 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Suite 310, Chicago, IL 60631. It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Appointments are free at portalcitas.rree.gob.sv or through the Virtual Consulate, (888) 301-1130. You can get or renew your DUI here and receive it the same day.
- Call center
- (888) 301-1130
- Appointment
- Free
- DUI
- Yes, same-day delivery
- Who it serves
- Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin
Confirm this detail with the consulate before you go.
Opening hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Consulate local time (Chicago).
Appointment or walk-in
Services are requested by appointment at portalcitas.rree.gob.sv or through the Virtual Consulate (1-888-301-1130, WhatsApp +503 7070-1071). Mobile consulates and special sessions usually serve walk-ins, first come first served. No current walk-in policy for the office itself was confirmed.
Who it serves
This consulate serves Salvadorans living in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin. Ohio and Michigan have been served by the Columbus consulate since June 2025.
Procedures at this consulate
- Appointment in Chicago Cost: Free. Official portal: portalcitas.rree.gob.sv
- DUI in Chicago Cost at a consulate: $35. Online renewal or replacement: $55, home delivery included
- Passport in Chicago Cost: $60 (adults and minors). Validity: 6 years
- Birth certificate in Chicago Cost: $5 to $35 depending on the route. Processing time: About 24 business hours online
- Child registration in Chicago Registration fee: Free ($5 fine after 6 months). Certified copy: $10 each
- Power of attorney in Chicago Cost: $40 per power of attorney. Authentication: $5 at the Foreign Ministry
- Criminal record in Chicago Criminal record: $3 on Simple SV. Police clearance (PNC): $3.50 on Simple SV
- Travel record in Chicago Cost: $10 ($11 for non-Salvadorans). ID at the consulate: Original, valid passport
- Proof of life in Chicago Consulate certificate: $10. Authentication: $5, if your institution requires it
Mobile consulates from this office
This consulate runs mobile consulates in: Indianapolis, IN. Dates are announced on its official social media. What a mobile consulate is
What to know about the Chicago consulate
Since August 15, 2022, the consulate has been at 8605 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Suite 310. The old address, 177 N State St, is no longer valid.
Its territory has shrunk as new consulates opened: Minnesota went to St. Paul in 2022, and Ohio and Michigan to Columbus in June 2025. Today it serves Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin, and it has held events in Indianapolis.
Same-day DUI printing started here in August 2026, and renewals or replacements can also be done online at dui.sv/exterior for $55. Chicago is also the closest DUI center for people in Ohio and Michigan, since the Columbus office doesn't issue them.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Consulate of El Salvador in Chicago?
It is at 8605 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Suite 310, Chicago, IL 60631. You can open the location in Google Maps.
What are the opening hours of the Salvadoran consulate in Chicago?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. It may close on holidays; confirm by phone.
How do I book an appointment at the Chicago consulate?
At portalcitas.rree.gob.sv choose United States, the Chicago consulate and your procedure. You can also call (888) 301-1130. Appointments are free. See the appointment guide.
Which states does the Chicago consulate serve?
Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin. Ohio and Michigan have been served by the Columbus consulate since June 2025. See the consulates by state table.
Can I get a DUI at the Chicago consulate?
Yes. This office has an RNPN center and issues the DUI the same day. It costs $35. Read the DUI guide.
Can I go to the Chicago consulate without an appointment?
Services are requested by appointment at portalcitas.rree.gob.sv or through the Virtual Consulate (1-888-301-1130, WhatsApp +503 7070-1071). Mobile consulates and special sessions usually serve walk-ins, first come first served. No current walk-in policy for the office itself was confirmed.
Sources
- Cancillería de El Salvador – Directorio de Embajadas, Consulados y Misiones Permanentes (datos embebidos en la página)
- RNPN – Centros de Servicio para la Emisión del DUI en el Exterior (modificada 2025-07-03)
- Cancillería – Consulado en Chicago informa traslado a 8605 W Bryn Mawr (2022-08-10)
- Cancillería – Alerta a usuarios de Indianápolis, 'ciudad en la que este consulado tiene jurisdicción' (2022-03-31)
- RNPN – Impresión del DUI in situ en cinco ciudades de EE. UU. (2026-08-14)
Confirm this detail with the consulate before you go.