Consulate GeneralTexas
McAllen
- 701 S Broadway St
McAllen, TX 78501 - (888) 301-1130 Virtual Consulate: appointments and questions, toll-free
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- consuladomcallen@rree.gob.sv
Consulate of El Salvador in McAllen, TX
Consulate General of El Salvador in McAllen, Texas. Area served: Rio Grande Valley.
Quick answer
The Consulate General of El Salvador in McAllen, Texas is at 701 S Broadway St, McAllen, TX 78501. 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 Houston 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 (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 (part of the state). The Rio Grande Valley. Several counties on its 2020 list moved to San Antonio in 2024. Confirm with the Virtual Consulate whether your county belongs to this office.
Counties: Hidalgo, Cameron, Willacy, and Starr.
Procedures at this consulate
- Appointment in McAllen Cost: Free. Official portal: portalcitas.rree.gob.sv
- Passport in McAllen Cost: $60 (adults and minors). Validity: 6 years
- Birth certificate in McAllen Cost: $5 to $35 depending on the route. Processing time: About 24 business hours online
- Child registration in McAllen Registration fee: Free ($5 fine after 6 months). Certified copy: $10 each
- Power of attorney in McAllen Cost: $40 per power of attorney. Authentication: $5 at the Foreign Ministry
- Criminal record in McAllen Criminal record: $3 on Simple SV. Police clearance (PNC): $3.50 on Simple SV
- Travel record in McAllen Cost: $10 ($11 for non-Salvadorans). ID at the consulate: Original, valid passport
- Proof of life in McAllen Consulate certificate: $10. Authentication: $5, if your institution requires it
What to know about the McAllen consulate
McAllen's consulate serves the Rio Grande Valley at the southern tip of Texas: Hidalgo, Cameron, Willacy and Starr counties. Its last official county list dates from 2020 and went out of date in 2024, when several counties moved to the new San Antonio consulate. If you live outside the Valley, check which office is yours. The office is still active at 701 S Broadway St.
It is not an RNPN center, so there are no DUI services here. The nearest consulate that issues DUIs is Houston, with same-day printing; Dallas is the other option in Texas. To renew or replace a DUI you already have, go online to dui.sv/exterior ($55).
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Consulate of El Salvador in McAllen?
It is at 701 S Broadway St, McAllen, TX 78501. You can open the location in Google Maps.
What are the opening hours of the Salvadoran consulate in McAllen?
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 McAllen consulate?
At portalcitas.rree.gob.sv choose United States, the McAllen consulate and your procedure. You can also call (888) 301-1130. Appointments are free. See the appointment guide.
Which states does the McAllen consulate serve?
Texas. The Rio Grande Valley. Several counties on its 2020 list moved to San Antonio in 2024. 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 McAllen consulate?
Can I go to the McAllen 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)
- Texas Secretary of State – El Salvador consular offices in Texas (sin fecha)
- Cancillería – Consulado en McAllen inauguró exposición fotográfica (2024-09-19)
Confirm this detail with the consulate before you go.