Consulate GeneralTexas
El Paso
- 400 W San Antonio Ave, Suite B
El Paso, TX 79901 - (888) 301-1130 Virtual Consulate: appointments and questions, toll-free
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- consuladoelpaso@rree.gob.sv
Consulate of El Salvador in El Paso, TX
Consulate General of El Salvador in El Paso, Texas. Area served: El Paso area and West Texas.
Quick answer
The Consulate General of El Salvador in El Paso, Texas is at 400 W San Antonio Ave, Suite B, El Paso, TX 79901. 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 Aurora and Dallas.
- Call center
- (888) 301-1130
- Appointment
- Free
- DUI
- Not at this office
- Who it serves
- Texas
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 (Denver).
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 Texas (part of the state). West Texas. There is no official county list. New Mexico is assigned to Tucson, although El Paso is closer to the southern part of that state. Confirm with the Virtual Consulate whether your county belongs to this office.
Procedures at this consulate
- Appointment in El Paso Cost: Free. Official portal: portalcitas.rree.gob.sv
- Passport in El Paso Cost: $60 (adults and minors). Validity: 6 years
- Birth certificate in El Paso Cost: $5 to $35 depending on the route. Processing time: About 24 business hours online
- Child registration in El Paso Registration fee: Free ($5 fine after 6 months). Certified copy: $10 each
- Power of attorney in El Paso Cost: $40 per power of attorney. Authentication: $5 at the Foreign Ministry
- Criminal record in El Paso Criminal record: $3 on Simple SV. Police clearance (PNC): $3.50 on Simple SV
- Travel record in El Paso Cost: $10 ($11 for non-Salvadorans). ID at the consulate: Original, valid passport
- Proof of life in El Paso Consulate certificate: $10. Authentication: $5, if your institution requires it
Mobile consulates from this office
This consulate runs mobile consulates in: Midland, TX. Dates are announced on its official social media. What a mobile consulate is
What to know about the El Paso consulate
You'll see the address written two ways. Official sources say “400 W. San Antonio St,” but the street's official name in El Paso is W San Antonio Ave. It's the same place, Suite B. Note that El Paso is on Mountain Time, an hour behind most of Texas.
In September 2023 the Foreign Ministry announced same-day passports at this office. The consulate also reaches Midland through mobile consulates.
DUIs are another matter: there is no RNPN center here or anywhere nearby. The closest are Dallas and Aurora, Colorado, both with same-day printing. If you already have a DUI, renewing or replacing it online at dui.sv/exterior for $55 is usually the practical route.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Consulate of El Salvador in El Paso?
It is at 400 W San Antonio Ave, Suite B, El Paso, TX 79901. You can open the location in Google Maps.
What are the opening hours of the Salvadoran consulate in El Paso?
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 El Paso consulate?
At portalcitas.rree.gob.sv choose United States, the El Paso consulate and your procedure. You can also call (888) 301-1130. Appointments are free. See the appointment guide.
Which states does the El Paso consulate serve?
Texas. West Texas. There is no official county list. New Mexico is assigned to Tucson, although El Paso is closer to the southern part of that state. Confirm with the Virtual Consulate whether your county belongs to this office. See the consulates by state table.
Can I get a DUI at the El Paso consulate?
Can I go to the El Paso 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 – Pasaporte inmediato en El Paso y Laredo (2023-09-24)
- Cancillería – Servicios consulares este fin de semana (Midland) (2025-03-13)
- Texas Secretary of State – El Salvador consular offices in Texas (sin fecha)
Confirm this detail with the consulate before you go.