Consulate GeneralNew York
Plainview
- 111 Express St
Plainview, NY 11803 - (888) 301-1130 Virtual Consulate: appointments and questions, toll-free
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- consuladoplainview@rree.gob.sv
Consulate of El Salvador in Plainview, NY (Long Island)
Consulate General of El Salvador in Plainview, New York (Long Island). Area served: Long Island.
Quick answer
The Consulate General of El Salvador in Plainview, New York (Long Island) is at 111 Express St, Plainview, NY 11803. 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
- New York and Connecticut
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).
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 New York and Connecticut (part of the state). Long Island: Nassau and Suffolk counties. Connecticut is assigned here without an official statement. Confirm with the Virtual Consulate whether your county belongs to this office.
Counties: Nassau and Suffolk.
Procedures at this consulate
- Appointment in Plainview Cost: Free. Official portal: portalcitas.rree.gob.sv
- DUI in Plainview Cost at a consulate: $35. Online renewal or replacement: $55, home delivery included
- Passport in Plainview Cost: $60 (adults and minors). Validity: 6 years
- Birth certificate in Plainview Cost: $5 to $35 depending on the route. Processing time: About 24 business hours online
- Child registration in Plainview Registration fee: Free ($5 fine after 6 months). Certified copy: $10 each
- Power of attorney in Plainview Cost: $40 per power of attorney. Authentication: $5 at the Foreign Ministry
- Criminal record in Plainview Criminal record: $3 on Simple SV. Police clearance (PNC): $3.50 on Simple SV
- Travel record in Plainview Cost: $10 ($11 for non-Salvadorans). ID at the consulate: Original, valid passport
- Proof of life in Plainview Consulate certificate: $10. Authentication: $5, if your institution requires it
Mobile consulates from this office
This consulate runs mobile consulates in: Hempstead, NY. Dates are announced on its official social media. What a mobile consulate is
What to know about the Plainview consulate
Until March 2025 this consulate was in Brentwood (151 Alkier St). Since March 31 it has operated in Plainview, in a building owned by the Salvadoran government. The Brentwood phone numbers are obsolete, and the office's social media accounts still use the Long Island name.
It has printed DUIs the same day since 2021, back in Brentwood, and kept that service after the move. Renewing or replacing an existing DUI can also be done from home at dui.sv/exterior for $55.
It serves Nassau and Suffolk counties and has held mobile consulates in Hempstead.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Consulate of El Salvador in Plainview?
It is at 111 Express St, Plainview, NY 11803. You can open the location in Google Maps.
What are the opening hours of the Salvadoran consulate in Plainview?
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 Plainview consulate?
At portalcitas.rree.gob.sv choose United States, the Plainview consulate and your procedure. You can also call (888) 301-1130. Appointments are free. See the appointment guide.
Which states does the Plainview consulate serve?
New York and Connecticut. Long Island: Nassau and Suffolk counties. Connecticut is assigned here without an official statement. 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 Plainview 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 Plainview 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 – Consulado en Long Island traslada su sede a Plainview (desde 2025-03-31) (2025-03-19)
- Cancillería – Inaugura nuevas instalaciones del Consulado en Plainview (2025-04-05)
- Long Island Press – El Salvador picks Plainview (2025-04-09)
- PoliticsNY – El Salvador picks Plainview as new consulate location (2025-04-09)
Confirm this detail with the consulate before you go.