Consulate of El Salvador in Boston (East Boston)
The Salvadoran consular office in the heart of East Boston
The Consulate General of El Salvador in Boston is located at 46 Bennington Street, right in East Boston, the neighborhood that for decades has been the gateway for Latin American immigration into the city. Today "Eastie" is one of the most vibrant Salvadoran enclaves in all of New England: along Bennington, Meridian and Maverick you hear Spanish every day, pupuserÃas and remittance-transfer businesses abound, and several generations of families from Usulután, San Miguel, La Unión and the eastern region of the country live side by side.
Beyond East Boston, this consular office is the reference point for Salvadorans throughout Greater Boston —with a strong presence in Chelsea, Everett, Revere, Lynn and Waltham— and for fellow nationals spread across the entire New England region, including Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island, Vermont and Connecticut. Those traveling from outside the metro area should remember that service is by appointment only; below you will find the exact address, phone, hours and all the steps to book.
Contact details for the Salvadoran consulate in Boston
Address: 46 Bennington Street, East Boston, MA 02128
Area: East Boston (Greater Boston)
State: Massachusetts
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Local phone: (617) 567-8484
Alternative phone: (617) 567-8338
Call Center / Virtual Consulate: 1-888-301-1130
Email: consuladoboston@rree.gob.sv
Appointment: portalcitas.rree.gob.sv
Public service hours
IMPORTANT: Service is by appointment only. The consulate is closed on weekends and on official public holidays of El Salvador and the United States.
Consular services for Salvadorans in Boston
- DUI (Documento Único de Identidad / national ID card): Issuance, renewal, replacement and modification with in-person fingerprinting and photo.
- Salvadoran passport: First-time, renewal and replacement for adults and minors.
- Civil registry: Registration of births of children of Salvadorans born in Massachusetts and across New England, marriages and deaths.
- Certificates and records: Requests for birth certificates and other documents from El Salvador's registry.
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts: For property sales, asset management or legal representation in El Salvador.
- Apostille and authentication: Legalization of Salvadoran documents and those issued in Massachusetts for official use.
- Carné de minoridad (minor's ID card): Identity document for Salvadoran minors.
- Consular protection and assistance: Support in cases of detention, hospitalization, accident or death within the New England jurisdiction.
How to book an appointment at the Boston consulate
An appointment is mandatory and is mainly arranged online. You can use any of these options:
- Online appointment portal: Go to portalcitas.rree.gob.sv, create your account, select United States → Boston and choose the service, day and time.
- Call Center: Call 1-888-301-1130 and press option 4 to schedule your appointment with an agent.
- WhatsApp: Message +503 7070-1071 for questions and help with your appointment.
Frequently asked questions – Consulate of El Salvador in Boston
Which New England states does the Boston consulate serve?
The Boston office is the reference Salvadoran consulate for all of New England. It serves fellow nationals in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island, Vermont and Connecticut. If you live in any of those states, this is the office where you can process your DUI national ID, passport and other services; always book your appointment at portalcitas.rree.gob.sv before traveling.
How do I get to the East Boston consulate by public transit?
The most practical option is the MBTA Blue Line: get off at the Airport or Maverick station, both a few minutes' walk from 46 Bennington Street. Since parking in East Boston is very limited, taking the subway is usually faster and cheaper than driving. From Chelsea, Revere or Lynn there are also MBTA bus routes that connect with the neighborhood.
What is the phone number of the Consulate of El Salvador in Boston?
The main number for the Boston office is (617) 567-8484, with an alternative line at (617) 567-8338. If you can't get through, you can also use the Call Center / Virtual Consulate at 1-888-301-1130, which is open Monday to Friday from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm and weekends from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, or email consuladoboston@rree.gob.sv.
I live in Chelsea or Everett, do I have to go to the same Boston consulate?
Yes. Chelsea and Everett are part of Greater Boston and are served by the same East Boston office. In fact, Chelsea is one of the cities with the highest concentration of Salvadoran population in Massachusetts. From both towns you can easily reach the consulate by MBTA bus or by transferring to the Blue Line.
My child was born in Massachusetts, can I register them as Salvadoran here?
Yes. Children of a Salvadoran father or mother born in Massachusetts (or in any New England state) can be registered in El Salvador's civil registry through the Boston consulate. This allows them to obtain their Salvadoran birth certificate, their carné de minoridad (minor's ID card) and, in due course, their passport. Bring the U.S. birth certificate and the Salvadoran parent's documentation.
Do I have to renew the DUI national ID in person in Boston?
The DUI national ID is strictly in person: the consulate must take your fingerprints and photo, so it cannot be processed by mail or through third parties. Book your appointment at portalcitas.rree.gob.sv, bring your previous DUI (even if expired) or your Salvadoran birth certificate if it's your first time, and arrive at least 15 minutes early with your appointment confirmation.