Consulate GeneralTexas
San Antonio
- 12521 Nacogdoches Rd
San Antonio, TX 78217 - (888) 301-1130 Virtual Consulate: appointments and questions, toll-free
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- consulado.sanantonio@rree.gob.sv
Consulate of El Salvador in San Antonio, TX
Consulate General of El Salvador in San Antonio, Texas. Area served: San Antonio area and South Texas.
Quick answer
The Consulate General of El Salvador in San Antonio, Texas is at 12521 Nacogdoches Rd, San Antonio, TX 78217. 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). It covers 24 counties in South and Central Texas, including the Laredo area (Webb County), taken over from the former Laredo consulate. The published list is partial. Confirm with the Virtual Consulate whether your county belongs to this office.
Counties: Kinney, Uvalde, Medina, Bexar, Atascosa, McMullen, Duval, Jim Hogg, Zapata, and Webb.
Procedures at this consulate
- Appointment in San Antonio Cost: Free. Official portal: portalcitas.rree.gob.sv
- Passport in San Antonio Cost: $60 (adults and minors). Validity: 6 years
- Birth certificate in San Antonio Cost: $5 to $35 depending on the route. Processing time: About 24 business hours online
- Child registration in San Antonio Registration fee: Free ($5 fine after 6 months). Certified copy: $10 each
- Power of attorney in San Antonio Cost: $40 per power of attorney. Authentication: $5 at the Foreign Ministry
- Criminal record in San Antonio Criminal record: $3 on Simple SV. Police clearance (PNC): $3.50 on Simple SV
- Travel record in San Antonio Cost: $10 ($11 for non-Salvadorans). ID at the consulate: Original, valid passport
- Proof of life in San Antonio Consulate certificate: $10. Authentication: $5, if your institution requires it
What to know about the San Antonio consulate
This is the former Laredo consulate. In July 2024 it moved to San Antonio, and the office at 6010 McPherson Rd closed. It serves 24 counties in South and Central Texas, including the Laredo area it took over with the move.
Two details to avoid a wasted trip. The street is Nacogdoches Rd (the official directory misspells it “Nacodoches”). And 3915 San Pedro Ave, still listed by the Texas Secretary of State, was a venue for mobile sessions, not the office.
For a DUI you'll need another consulate: the nearest centers are Houston and Dallas, both with same-day printing. If you already have a DUI, renew or replace it online at dui.sv/exterior for $55.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Consulate of El Salvador in San Antonio?
It is at 12521 Nacogdoches Rd, San Antonio, TX 78217. You can open the location in Google Maps.
What are the opening hours of the Salvadoran consulate in San Antonio?
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 San Antonio consulate?
At portalcitas.rree.gob.sv choose United States, the San Antonio consulate and your procedure. You can also call (888) 301-1130. Appointments are free. See the appointment guide.
Which states does the San Antonio consulate serve?
Texas. It covers 24 counties in South and Central Texas, including the Laredo area (Webb County), taken over from the former Laredo consulate. The published list is partial. 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 San Antonio consulate?
Can I go to the San Antonio 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 – Inaugura Consulado en San Antonio, Texas (antes en Laredo) (2024-07-06)
- Diario El Salvador – Cancillería inaugura traslado de consulado en San Antonio (2024-07-11)
- La Noticia SV – Inauguran instalaciones del Consulado en San Antonio (2024-07-06)
- City of San Antonio – Consular Corps: El Salvador (sin fecha)
Confirm this detail with the consulate before you go.