Consulate GeneralCalifornia
Fresno
- 49 W Alluvial Ave
Fresno, CA 93650 - (888) 301-1130 Virtual Consulate: appointments and questions, toll-free
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- consuladofresno@rree.gob.sv
Consulate of El Salvador in Fresno, CA
Consulate General of El Salvador in Fresno, California. Area served: California Central Valley.
Quick answer
The Consulate General of El Salvador in Fresno, California is at 49 W Alluvial Ave, Fresno, CA 93650. 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 San Francisco and Los Angeles.
- Call center
- (888) 301-1130
- Appointment
- Free
- DUI
- Not at this office
- Who it serves
- California
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 (Los Angeles).
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 California (part of the state). California's Central Valley. Fresno County is confirmed; other valley counties, such as Kern, Tulare, Madera and Merced, have no confirmed assignment. Confirm with the Virtual Consulate whether your county belongs to this office.
Counties: Fresno.
Procedures at this consulate
- Appointment in Fresno Cost: Free. Official portal: portalcitas.rree.gob.sv
- Passport in Fresno Cost: $60 (adults and minors). Validity: 6 years
- Birth certificate in Fresno Cost: $5 to $35 depending on the route. Processing time: About 24 business hours online
- Child registration in Fresno Registration fee: Free ($5 fine after 6 months). Certified copy: $10 each
- Power of attorney in Fresno Cost: $40 per power of attorney. Authentication: $5 at the Foreign Ministry
- Criminal record in Fresno Criminal record: $3 on Simple SV. Police clearance (PNC): $3.50 on Simple SV
- Travel record in Fresno Cost: $10 ($11 for non-Salvadorans). ID at the consulate: Original, valid passport
- Proof of life in Fresno Consulate certificate: $10. Authentication: $5, if your institution requires it
Mobile consulates from this office
This consulate runs mobile consulates in: Mendota, CA. Dates are announced on its official social media. What a mobile consulate is
What to know about the Fresno consulate
Fresno's consulate opened in June 2022, the same month as the one in San Bernardino. Its address, 49 W Alluvial Ave, is in the Pinedale area of Fresno, which explains the 93650 ZIP code.
This is not an RNPN center, so you can't get a DUI here. For a first DUI, the nearest consulates that issue it are San Francisco and Los Angeles, both with same-day printing. If you just need to renew or replace one, dui.sv/exterior does it online for $55.
The office did hold a DUI session in Mendota, in Fresno County, in October 2023, and in January 2024 it also served people on a weekend.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Consulate of El Salvador in Fresno?
It is at 49 W Alluvial Ave, Fresno, CA 93650. You can open the location in Google Maps.
What are the opening hours of the Salvadoran consulate in Fresno?
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 Fresno consulate?
At portalcitas.rree.gob.sv choose United States, the Fresno consulate and your procedure. You can also call (888) 301-1130. Appointments are free. See the appointment guide.
Which states does the Fresno consulate serve?
California. California's Central Valley. Fresno County is confirmed; other valley counties, such as Kern, Tulare, Madera and Merced, have no confirmed assignment. 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 Fresno consulate?
No. For an in-person DUI go to San Francisco or Los Angeles. If you only need a renewal or replacement, you can do it online for $55 including delivery: DUI guide.
Can I go to the Fresno 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 – Gobierno abre cuatro nuevos consulados en EE. UU. (Fresno) (2022-06-06)
- Cancillería – Jornadas de fin de semana (Fresno, 49 W Alluvial Ave) (2024-01-12)
- Cancillería – Jornada de DUI en Mendota, CA (2023-10-13)
Confirm this detail with the consulate before you go.