Consulate GeneralCalifornia
Highland (San Bernardino)
- 3505 Highland Ave, Suite C
Highland, CA 92346 - (888) 301-1130 Virtual Consulate: appointments and questions, toll-free
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- consuladosanbernardino@rree.gob.sv
Consulate of El Salvador in Highland (San Bernardino), CA
Consulate General of El Salvador in San Bernardino, California. Area served: Inland Empire and San Diego.
Quick answer
The Consulate General of El Salvador in San Bernardino, California is at 3505 Highland Ave, Suite C, Highland, CA 92346. 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 Los Angeles and Las Vegas.
- 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). The Inland Empire (San Bernardino and Riverside counties) and San Diego County, which has no consulate of its own. Imperial County has no confirmed assignment. Confirm with the Virtual Consulate whether your county belongs to this office.
Counties: San Bernardino, Riverside, and San Diego.
Procedures at this consulate
- Appointment in Highland (San Bernardino) Cost: Free. Official portal: portalcitas.rree.gob.sv
- Passport in Highland (San Bernardino) Cost: $60 (adults and minors). Validity: 6 years
- Birth certificate in Highland (San Bernardino) Cost: $5 to $35 depending on the route. Processing time: About 24 business hours online
- Child registration in Highland (San Bernardino) Registration fee: Free ($5 fine after 6 months). Certified copy: $10 each
- Power of attorney in Highland (San Bernardino) Cost: $40 per power of attorney. Authentication: $5 at the Foreign Ministry
- Criminal record in Highland (San Bernardino) Criminal record: $3 on Simple SV. Police clearance (PNC): $3.50 on Simple SV
- Travel record in Highland (San Bernardino) Cost: $10 ($11 for non-Salvadorans). ID at the consulate: Original, valid passport
- Proof of life in Highland (San Bernardino) Consulate certificate: $10. Authentication: $5, if your institution requires it
Mobile consulates from this office
This consulate runs mobile consulates in: Victorville, CA and San Diego, CA. Dates are announced on its official social media. What a mobile consulate is
What to know about the Highland (San Bernardino) consulate
The name says San Bernardino, but the office is in the city of Highland, in San Bernardino County. It opened in June 2022, one of four new Salvadoran consulates in the US announced that month.
There is no permanent consulate in San Diego. This office covers it with mobile consulates, including one at the Weingart City Heights Library in 2023 and a special session in 2025, and it has also traveled to Victorville.
DUIs are not issued here. For a first DUI, the closest option is Los Angeles, which prints it the same day. Renewals and replacements can be done online at dui.sv/exterior for $55.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Consulate of El Salvador in Highland (San Bernardino)?
It is at 3505 Highland Ave, Suite C, Highland, CA 92346. You can open the location in Google Maps.
What are the opening hours of the Salvadoran consulate in Highland (San Bernardino)?
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 Highland (San Bernardino) consulate?
At portalcitas.rree.gob.sv choose United States, the Highland (San Bernardino) consulate and your procedure. You can also call (888) 301-1130. Appointments are free. See the appointment guide.
Which states does the Highland (San Bernardino) consulate serve?
California. The Inland Empire (San Bernardino and Riverside counties) and San Diego County, which has no consulate of its own. Imperial County has 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 Highland (San Bernardino) consulate?
No. For an in-person DUI go to Los Angeles or Las Vegas. If you only need a renewal or replacement, you can do it online for $55 including delivery: DUI guide.
Can I go to the Highland (San Bernardino) 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. (San Bernardino) (2022-06-06)
- Cancillería – Consulado en San Bernardino: consulado móvil en Weingart City Heights Library, San Diego (2023-05-28)
- Cancillería – Jornada especial del Consulado en San Bernardino con la diáspora en San Diego (2025-06-24)
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