Consulate General of El Salvador in Elizabeth, New Jersey
The Salvadoran consular office in northern New Jersey
The Consulate General of El Salvador in Elizabeth is the go-to office for the large Salvadoran community settled in New Jersey. Union County, where Elizabeth is located, and neighboring towns such as Union City, Plainfield, Newark and Hillside are home to one of the largest Central American populations in the state. Many fellow Salvadorans arrived here during the decades of Salvadoran migration and today raise families, run businesses and build parishes that bring entire neighborhoods of the metropolitan area to life.
Although Elizabeth is just half an hour from Manhattan, Salvadorans in New Jersey don't need to cross over to New York: they have their own consulate right in the state. This office handles services for those living in northern and central New Jersey, sparing them trips to other states and bringing passport, national ID (DUI) and family registry services right to their doorstep.
Contact information for the Salvadoran consulate in Elizabeth
Address: 40 Parker Road, Suite 100, Elizabeth, NJ 07208
City: Elizabeth (Union County)
State: New Jersey
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Phone: (908) 820-0881
Email: consuladonewjersey@rree.gob.sv
Appointment portal: portalcitas.rree.gob.sv
Days and hours of service
IMPORTANT: Service is by appointment only. Always confirm your time before going, as it may change on public holidays in El Salvador or the United States.
Services at the El Salvador consulate in Elizabeth
- Salvadoran passport: first issuance, renewal and processing for minors residing in New Jersey.
- National Identity Document (DUI): issuance, renewal and replacement with fingerprinting and photo.
- Family registry: registration of births, marriages and deaths that occurred in the U.S.
- Birth certificate and minor's ID card (carné de minoridad): services for the minor children of Salvadorans.
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts: powers of attorney for sales, property management or transactions in El Salvador.
- Apostille and authentication: legalization of documents issued in El Salvador for use in New Jersey and vice versa.
- Consular protection and assistance: support in cases of detention, hospitalization or emergency.
How to book an appointment at the Elizabeth consulate
Appointments are required and free. They are booked online through the official portal of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores); select the United States, the state of New Jersey and the Elizabeth office, then choose the service you need.
If you have questions or can't find available slots, you can call the Salvadoran consulate Call Center: 1-888-301-1130, option 4, or message via WhatsApp at +503 7070-1071 for guidance on your service.
Frequently asked questions – El Salvador consulate in Elizabeth
Which Salvadorans in New Jersey does the Elizabeth consulate serve?
The Elizabeth consulate serves Salvadorans living in northern and central New Jersey, including Union County (Elizabeth, Plainfield), Hudson County (Union City), Essex County (Newark) and nearby towns. It is El Salvador's office within the state, so you don't need to travel to New York for your services.
How do I get to the Elizabeth consulate using NJ Transit?
The most convenient way by public transit is to take an NJ Transit train to the Elizabeth station (Northeast Corridor or North Jersey Coast Line). From Newark Penn Station or from New York the ride is direct. From the station you can take a local bus or an Uber/Lyft to 40 Parker Road.
I live in Union City—does this consulate or the New York one serve me?
If you reside in New Jersey, the Elizabeth consulate is your office, even though Union City is very close to Manhattan. Having the consulate within the state usually makes appointment availability easier and saves the trip to New York. Confirm your office when booking on the appointment portal by selecting New Jersey.
Can I handle the DUI (national ID) and the passport in the same visit?
They are separate services and each requires its own appointment on the portal. In some cases the consulate coordinates both services on the same day, but this is not guaranteed. The safest approach is to book the appointments you need and, if you have questions, call the Call Center at 1-888-301-1130, option 4, beforehand to confirm.
Is there parking near the consulate on Parker Road?
Yes, parking is available in the Parker Road area. Since it is a busy part of northern New Jersey, it is wise to arrive early to find a spot and not miss your appointment. If you prefer to avoid driving, the NJ Transit train to the Elizabeth station combined with an Uber is a good alternative.
My child was born in New Jersey—can I register them as Salvadoran here?
Yes. The children of a Salvadoran father or mother are entitled to Salvadoran nationality even if they were born in the U.S. At the Elizabeth consulate you can register the birth in the family registry and, from there, obtain the Salvadoran birth certificate, the minor's ID card (carné de minoridad) and the child's passport. Book the "family registry" appointment on the portal.