Consulate GeneralMaryland
Silver Spring
- 926 Philadelphia Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910 - (888) 301-1130 Virtual Consulate: appointments and questions, toll-free
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- consuladosilverspring@rree.gob.sv
Consulate of El Salvador in Silver Spring, MD (Maryland)
Consulate General of El Salvador in Silver Spring, Maryland. Area served: Washington, D.C. area (Maryland).
Quick answer
The Consulate General of El Salvador in Silver Spring, Maryland is at 926 Philadelphia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910. 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
- Maryland and District of Columbia
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 Maryland and District of Columbia. All of Maryland. Washington, D.C. is assigned here because its former consulate merged into Silver Spring and there is no sign the Embassy offers consular services. Confirm with the Virtual Consulate whether your county belongs to this office.
Procedures at this consulate
- Appointment in Silver Spring Cost: Free. Official portal: portalcitas.rree.gob.sv
- DUI in Silver Spring Cost at a consulate: $35. Online renewal or replacement: $55, home delivery included
- Passport in Silver Spring Cost: $60 (adults and minors). Validity: 6 years
- Birth certificate in Silver Spring Cost: $5 to $35 depending on the route. Processing time: About 24 business hours online
- Child registration in Silver Spring Registration fee: Free ($5 fine after 6 months). Certified copy: $10 each
- Power of attorney in Silver Spring Cost: $40 per power of attorney. Authentication: $5 at the Foreign Ministry
- Criminal record in Silver Spring Criminal record: $3 on Simple SV. Police clearance (PNC): $3.50 on Simple SV
- Travel record in Silver Spring Cost: $10 ($11 for non-Salvadorans). ID at the consulate: Original, valid passport
- Proof of life in Silver Spring Consulate certificate: $10. Authentication: $5, if your institution requires it
Mobile consulates from this office
This consulate runs mobile consulates in: Gaithersburg, MD. Dates are announced on its official social media. What a mobile consulate is
What to know about the Silver Spring consulate
Washington, D.C. no longer has its own consulate. The office at 2332 Wisconsin Ave NW was folded into Silver Spring around 2016, and by 2020 its website already showed the Maryland address. There is no evidence that the Embassy handles consular services for the public, so D.C. is assigned here.
Silver Spring has printed DUIs the same day since 2021, and renewals or replacements are also possible online at dui.sv/exterior for $55. In December 2025 it announced a special passport and DUI session.
Within Maryland, it has run mobile consulates in Gaithersburg.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Consulate of El Salvador in Silver Spring?
It is at 926 Philadelphia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910. You can open the location in Google Maps.
What are the opening hours of the Salvadoran consulate in Silver Spring?
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 Silver Spring consulate?
At portalcitas.rree.gob.sv choose United States, the Silver Spring consulate and your procedure. You can also call (888) 301-1130. Appointments are free. See the appointment guide.
Which states does the Silver Spring consulate serve?
Maryland and District of Columbia. All of Maryland. Washington, D.C. is assigned here because its former consulate merged into Silver Spring and there is no sign the Embassy offers consular services. 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 Silver Spring 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 Silver Spring 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 – Jornadas y consulados móviles (Gaithersburg, MD) (2024-04-26)
- Sitio archivado consuladowashington.rree.gob.sv mostrando la sede de Silver Spring (2020-02)
Confirm this detail with the consulate before you go.