Consulate General of El Salvador in Laredo, Texas: Appointments and Services

Laredo is perhaps the busiest land border crossing between Mexico and the United States, and its Salvadoran consulate reflects that border reality: it serves a community that is often in transit, newly arrived, or in the process of settling. The office is located on McPherson Road and is open Monday through Friday. Before visiting, please verify the office's current hours or call the contact number, as border crossings may have operational changes.

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Consulate of El Salvador in Laredo, Texas: Telephone, hours and address

We know how important it is to have access to the information you need, and we are here to help you. If you are in our beautiful city and are looking for information about the Consulate of El Salvador, you are in the right place! We want you to feel at home and have all the information you need at your fingertips.

☎️ Phone number of the consulate of El Salvador in Laredo, Texas

Finding the phone number of the Consulate of El Salvador is essential for those who need services and assistance. Here we provide you with that information quickly and easily.

+1 (956) 701-3852 / (956) 701-3853

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Opening hours of the Consulate of El Salvador in Laredo, Texas

We are happy to help you know the opening hours of the Consulate of El Salvador, as we know how crucial they are for all those who need their services!

Monday to Friday: 8:00-16:00.

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Can I carry out consular procedures without an appointment in Laredo, Texas?

Yes, you can attend to any consulate of El Salvador without having previously made an appointment. This in order to simplify consular procedures or immigration of all Salvadorans residing in Laredo.

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Services of the Consulate of El Salvador in Laredo, Texas

The Laredo consulate serves Salvadorans in Webb County and border areas of South Texas. It may also be the most accessible point of assistance for compatriots who have recently crossed the border.

Procedure	What is?
Passport.	To regularize your identity after crossing the border or for travel from Laredo
DUI	Salvadoran identity document for procedures in Webb County and the border
Family Status Records	Certifying family documents for legal processes in Texas
Power of attorney	To manage properties or procedures in El Salvador without returning to the country
Authentic documents and apostilles	Validate Salvadoran documents before Texas or federal authorities
Authorization for minors	If your child crosses into El Salvador from Laredo or Nuevo Laredo
Consular protection	First line of assistance for Salvadorans in emergency situations at the border

📍 If your situation involves an immigration emergency or a recent crossing, call the emergency line directly: +1 (956) 612-3306. Do not wait for office hours.

How to make the consular appointment of El Salvador in Laredo, Texas?

It's great that you're interested in scheduling a consular appointment at the Consulate of El Salvador ! Knowing how to do this is essential to obtaining the services you need. Don't worry! We're here to provide you with all the information you need to make the process as easy as possible in this city.

Steps to book an appointment at the Salvadoran consulate in Laredo

1. Create your account
Enter to portalcitas.rree.gob.sv and register with your email address or your Google account.
2. Activate your account
Check your email (sometimes it's a good idea to check the spam folder, just in case) and click on “Activate Account”Then log back in.
3. Select your consulate and procedure
In this case you must choose Texas → Laredo Consulate and the service of passportThe system will show you the requirements automatically.
4. Fill in your details
Indicate if you have DUI or previous passport, complete the form and upload your ID if requested.
5. Choose a date and confirm
Select the day that suits you and press “Save Appointment”You will receive confirmation by email — save or print it.

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📍 What you need to bring on the day of your appointment

Valid DUI
Previous passport (if you have one)
$60 USD for the processing fee

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Salvadoran Passport Appointments in Laredo, Texas

Getting an appointment to process your Salvadoran passport at the Consulate of El Salvador in Laredo, Texas is a simple and accessible process. All you have to do is go to the online appointment portal of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of El Salvador. Through this platform, you can schedule your appointment quickly and conveniently. This online resource is designed to make the passport application process as easy as possible.

Tip:

If you are undocumented or have an irregular immigration status, the consulate cannot help you regularize your status in the U.S., but it can provide guidance, consular assistance, and issue Salvadoran identity documents. Don't hesitate to go: the consulate is your place, regardless of your immigration status.

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Requirements to obtain your Salvadoran Passport at the Laredo Consulate

If you're in Laredo and planning to get your Salvadoran passport , you've come to the right place! Here, we'll share essential information about the requirements for obtaining your Salvadoran passport.

Renewal for adults:

Unique identity document, original and current.
Original passport expired or soon to expire.
If you change your name or family status, you must present a valid, duly updated DUI.
Proof of payment.

Renewal for minors:

Expired or soon-to-expire passport of the child or adolescent.
If there are new marginalizations (Acknowledgments of paternity or adoptions), you must present the birth certificate certification of the child or adolescent, original and that at the date of the procedure, does not exceed one year from its issuance.
You must be accompanied by both parents with their DUI or valid Salvadoran passport (If one or both parents cannot accompany you, you must present a Special Power of Attorney or an authorization in a notarial act granted by the absent father or mother before a Salvadoran notary, plus the copy of the DUI or valid passport).
Proof of payment.

Passport for the first time for minors:

Birth certificate certification of the girl, boy or adolescent, original and that at the date of the procedure, does not exceed one year from its issuance.
You must be accompanied by both parents with their DUI or valid Salvadoran passport. (If one or both parents cannot accompany him, he must present a Special Power of Attorney or an authorization in a notarial act granted by the absent father or mother before a Salvadoran notary, plus a copy of the DUI or a valid passport).
Proof of payment.

Passport for the first time for adults:

To carry out the passport process for the first time for adults, you must present:

Unique identity document, original and current.
Proof of payment

In cases where you cannot obtain, replace or renew your DUI in our representations, after verification and authorization from the highest consular authority, you may present:

Proof of no DUI (This procedure can be carried out through simple.sv) + Certification of the original birth certificate that, as of the date of the procedure, does not exceed one year from its issuance.
DUI Certification (This procedure can be carried out through simple.sv) + Original birth certificate certification that, as of the date of the procedure, does not exceed one year from its issuance.
Naturalization sentence.

Need help?

If you have any issues with your Unique Identity Document or with any questions at the Consulate of El Salvador, please contact us without hesitation.

We clarify that we operate without a formal relationship with the consulate; we are Salvadorans offering assistance to other Salvadorans. We greatly value your confidentiality; we will never request your confidential information or payment.

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Frequently asked questions about procedures at the Salvadoran Consulate in Laredo

To help you better understand the processes at the Salvadoran Consulate in Laredo, Texas, we have compiled a series of frequently asked questions that will be very useful to you.

What are the costs of procedures at the El Salvador consulate in Laredo, Texas?

Currently, these are the costs handled by the consulate of El Salvador in Laredo, Texas for its procedures:

DUI processing: $ 35.00.
Passports: $ 60.00.
Authorizations for girls, boys and adolescents (for passport or to leave the country): $ 20.00.
Return of balances: $ 10.00.
Family Status Registry: $ 10.00.
Migration movements: $ 10.00.

Can I schedule an appointment by phone?

Yes, you can contact the phone number we provided at the beginning and request to schedule an appointment.

Can I pay online for my passport?

Of course! After scheduling your appointment to process your passport, you will be able to see an Actions menu in the main menu. Then, follow these simple steps:

Locate the one with the dollar sign.
Check that all your appointment information is correct and click "Pay Here".
Enter your debit or credit card information.
At the end of your transaction, the system will give you an authorization code.
Subsequently, you must print or save your receipt to present when you attend your appointment at the consulate.

How much do I have to pay if I lose my passport?

According to user reviews on the web, the consulate charges a fee of $260.00 for lost passports.

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