Embassy and Consulate General of El Salvador in New York, NY: Appointments and Services

The Salvadoran consulate in New York offers walk-in services on a first-come, first-served basis (Monday to Sunday, 7:00 a.m.–22:00 p.m.), although you can schedule your appointment at portalcitas.rree.gob.sv for greater convenience. Passports are issued the same day and cost $60. Here's how to complete the process without errors.

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Consulate of El Salvador in New York, NY: Telephone, hours and address

To avoid delays on the day of your appointment, we want to share with you the address of the consulate of El Salvador in New York:

☎️ Phone number of the consulate of El Salvador in New York, NY

If you need to ask a question, file a complaint or resolve a problem, you can contact their customer service telephone number:

+ 18883011130

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Opening hours of the Consulate of El Salvador in New York, NY

In case you must attend the consulate, we inform you of their current working hours:

Monday to Sunday: 7:00-22:00.

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Can I carry out consular procedures without an appointment in New York, NY?

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.

From the procedures offered to important information about the consulate , we want to ensure you have everything you need to attend your appointment without any problems.

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Services of the Consulate of El Salvador in New York, NY

Procedure	What is?
Passport.	Obtain or renew your Salvadoran travel document from the USA
DUI in the United States	Obtain or renew your National Identity Document without traveling to El Salvador
Family Status Records	Obtain birth, marriage, or death certificates for use in the USA or El Salvador
Power of attorney	Authorize another person to act on your behalf in legal or administrative procedures in El Salvador
Authentic documents and apostilles	Legalize Salvadoran documents so that they have official validity abroad
Authorizations for girls, boys and adolescents	Authorize the departure or travel of minors without the presence of both parents
Return of balances	Recovering overpayments made for consular procedures
Migration movements	Obtain the entry and exit history for El Salvador

How to make a consular appointment for El Salvador in New York, NY?

Fortunately, it's very easy! You only need to have a device that has internet access and follow these simple steps:

Steps to book an appointment at the Salvadoran consulate in New York, NY

1. Create your account

Go 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 your spam folder, just in case) and click on “Activate Account” . Then log in again.

3. Select your consulate and procedure

In this case, you should select New York → New York Consulate and Passport Service . The system will automatically display the requirements.

4. Fill in your details

Indicate if you have a previous DUI or passport, complete the form and upload your identification if requested.

5. Choose a date and confirm

Select a day that suits you and press “Save Appointment” . You will receive a 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

📍 New York, NY: 12 W 37th St, New York, NY 10018 · (347) 356-9916

Salvadoran Passport Appointments in New York

If you need to process your Salvadoran passport or any other paperwork, you don't need to schedule an appointment. While you can do so for peace of mind, the consulate clarifies that it's not a requirement to attend your passport appointment. Passport delivery is immediate, and you won't have to wait in long lines.

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Furthermore, you can present any identity document you have, whether it is a DUI or a passport, regardless of whether it has expired.

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Requirements to obtain your Salvadoran Passport at the Consulate of New York, NY

If you are about to apply for your new passport or its renewal, you must have the following documents on hand:

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 problems processing your Unique Identity Document (DUI) or other Salvadoran consular procedures, you can contact us without any problem.

It's important to mention that we operate independently of the official consulate; we are fellow Salvadorans supporting our community. We fully respect your confidentiality, so we will never ask for your personal information or any type of payment.

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Frequently asked questions about procedures at the Salvadoran Consulate in New York

Next, we will try to answer some of the most common frequently asked questions of users who visit the Salvadoran consulate in New York:

Will my passport be delivered to me on the same day as my appointment?

Yes, the process can take from 45 minutes to 2 hours, but your passport will be delivered to you on the same day as your appointment.

What are the costs of procedures at the El Salvador consulate in New York?

Currently, these are the costs that the consulate of El Salvador New York handles 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 pay online for my passport processing?

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.

Are there bathrooms at the consulate?

Yes, there are bathrooms inside the consulate.

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