Consulate GeneralTexas
Houston
- 8300 Bissonnet St, Suite 400
Houston, TX 77074 - (888) 301-1130 Virtual Consulate: appointments and questions, toll-free
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- consuladohouston@rree.gob.sv
Consulate of El Salvador in Houston, TX
Consulate General of El Salvador in Houston, Texas. Area served: Houston area.
Quick answer
The Consulate General of El Salvador in Houston, Texas is at 8300 Bissonnet St, Suite 400, Houston, TX 77074. 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
- Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi
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 Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi (part of the state). South and East Texas, including the Houston area, plus Louisiana and Mississippi, per 2022 official releases. There is no current official list of Texas counties. Confirm with the Virtual Consulate whether your county belongs to this office.
Procedures at this consulate
- Appointment in Houston Cost: Free. Official portal: portalcitas.rree.gob.sv
- DUI in Houston Cost at a consulate: $35. Online renewal or replacement: $55, home delivery included
- Passport in Houston Cost: $60 (adults and minors). Validity: 6 years
- Birth certificate in Houston Cost: $5 to $35 depending on the route. Processing time: About 24 business hours online
- Child registration in Houston Registration fee: Free ($5 fine after 6 months). Certified copy: $10 each
- Power of attorney in Houston Cost: $40 per power of attorney. Authentication: $5 at the Foreign Ministry
- Criminal record in Houston Criminal record: $3 on Simple SV. Police clearance (PNC): $3.50 on Simple SV
- Travel record in Houston Cost: $10 ($11 for non-Salvadorans). ID at the consulate: Original, valid passport
- Proof of life in Houston Consulate certificate: $10. Authentication: $5, if your institution requires it
Mobile consulates from this office
This consulate runs mobile consulates in: Austin, TX. Dates are announced on its official social media. What a mobile consulate is
What to know about the Houston consulate
Houston began same-day DUI printing in February 2022 and reopened its expanded office that same year at the same address. The Foreign Ministry's announcement specifically named residents of Louisiana and Mississippi, who also belong to this consulate. Existing DUIs can be renewed or replaced online at dui.sv/exterior for $55.
Austin has no consulate of its own, so Houston has sent mobile consulates there in 2023 and 2024.
One warning: a City of Houston web page lists a Gmail address for the consulate. It is not official. The consulate's real email ends in @rree.gob.sv.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Consulate of El Salvador in Houston?
It is at 8300 Bissonnet St, Suite 400, Houston, TX 77074. You can open the location in Google Maps.
What are the opening hours of the Salvadoran consulate in Houston?
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 Houston consulate?
At portalcitas.rree.gob.sv choose United States, the Houston consulate and your procedure. You can also call (888) 301-1130. Appointments are free. See the appointment guide.
Which states does the Houston consulate serve?
Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. South and East Texas, including the Houston area, plus Louisiana and Mississippi, per 2022 official releases. There is no current official list of Texas counties. 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 Houston 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 Houston 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 – Entrega inmediata del DUI en Houston; incluye Luisiana y Misisipi (2022-02-10)
- Cancillería – Consulado móvil en Austin, Texas (2023-08-11)
- Texas Secretary of State – El Salvador consular offices in Texas (sin fecha)
Confirm this detail with the consulate before you go.