Consulate GeneralOhio
Columbus
- 200 E Campus View Blvd, Suite 240
Columbus, OH 43235 - (888) 301-1130 Virtual Consulate: appointments and questions, toll-free
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Consulate of El Salvador in Columbus, OH
Consulate General of El Salvador in Columbus, Ohio. Area served: Columbus area.
Quick answer
The Consulate General of El Salvador in Columbus, Ohio is at 200 E Campus View Blvd, Suite 240, Columbus, OH 43235. 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. This office does not issue DUIs: the nearest consulates that do are Chicago and Woodbridge.
- Call center
- (888) 301-1130
- Appointment
- Free
- DUI
- Not at this office
- Who it serves
- Ohio and Michigan
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 (New York). The official directory shows different hours (10:00 AM to 6:00 PM), so confirm before you go.
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 Ohio and Michigan. That territory was set in the official opening announcement in June 2025. Both states previously belonged to Chicago.
Procedures at this consulate
- Appointment in Columbus Cost: Free. Official portal: portalcitas.rree.gob.sv
- Passport in Columbus Cost: $60 (adults and minors). Validity: 6 years
- Birth certificate in Columbus Cost: $5 to $35 depending on the route. Processing time: About 24 business hours online
- Child registration in Columbus Registration fee: Free ($5 fine after 6 months). Certified copy: $10 each
- Power of attorney in Columbus Cost: $40 per power of attorney. Authentication: $5 at the Foreign Ministry
- Criminal record in Columbus Criminal record: $3 on Simple SV. Police clearance (PNC): $3.50 on Simple SV
- Travel record in Columbus Cost: $10 ($11 for non-Salvadorans). ID at the consulate: Original, valid passport
- Proof of life in Columbus Consulate certificate: $10. Authentication: $5, if your institution requires it
What to know about the Columbus consulate
This is the newest office in the network: the 29th Salvadoran consulate in the US, opened on June 9, 2025. Before that, Ohio and Michigan relied on Chicago, which had brought a mobile consulate to Columbus in 2024.
The official directory still doesn't list an email, phone number or social media accounts for it, so use the Virtual Consulate for questions. The directory and the opening announcement also give different hours, so check before you go.
It is not an RNPN center, so DUIs aren't issued here. The nearest consulate that issues them is Chicago, with same-day printing. For a renewal or replacement, go online to dui.sv/exterior ($55).
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Consulate of El Salvador in Columbus?
It is at 200 E Campus View Blvd, Suite 240, Columbus, OH 43235. You can open the location in Google Maps.
What are the opening hours of the Salvadoran consulate in Columbus?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. The official directory shows different hours (10:00 AM to 6:00 PM), so confirm before you go. It may close on holidays; confirm by phone.
How do I book an appointment at the Columbus consulate?
At portalcitas.rree.gob.sv choose United States, the Columbus consulate and your procedure. You can also call (888) 301-1130. Appointments are free. See the appointment guide.
Which states does the Columbus consulate serve?
Ohio and Michigan. That territory was set in the official opening announcement in June 2025. Both states previously belonged to Chicago. See the consulates by state table.
Can I get a DUI at the Columbus consulate?
No. For an in-person DUI go to Chicago or Woodbridge. If you only need a renewal or replacement, you can do it online for $55 including delivery: DUI guide.
Can I go to the Columbus 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)
- Cancillería – Inaugura el Consulado General en Columbus, Ohio (2025-06-09)
- Diario El Mundo – El Salvador inaugura nuevo consulado en Columbus, Ohio (2025-06-10)
Confirm this detail with the consulate before you go.