Consulate of El Salvador for Fort Worth (Tarrant County, Texas)
The Salvadoran community in Fort Worth and Tarrant County
Fort Worth is the other major city of the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, the most populous urban area in Texas. Known for its cattle heritage and the historic Stockyards, today it is a fast-growing city where the Salvadoran community has been steadily expanding, spread across north and east side neighborhoods as well as nearby Tarrant County cities such as Arlington, Grand Prairie, North Richland Hills and Haltom City. Many of these families arrived seeking stable jobs and a more affordable cost of living than in other parts of the country.
The local economy employs thousands of Salvadorans in construction, logistics and transportation, aerospace manufacturing, hospitality and services. Despite its size and its weight within the metroplex, Fort Worth does not have its own Salvadoran consulate. The consular office serving this city and all of North Texas is the Consulate of El Salvador in Dallas, located less than an hour away by car via I-30, which offers, among other services, the DUI (national ID) with same-day delivery. On this page you will find its contact details, how to get there, what you can handle online and the most common questions from the Tarrant County community.
How to get to the consulate from Fort Worth
The Consulate of El Salvador in Dallas is at 7610 N Stemmons Fwy, Suite 400, Dallas, TX 75247, within the same metroplex as Fort Worth. The most direct route is:
- By car: from downtown Fort Worth, take I-30 east toward Dallas and connect to I-35E north (Stemmons Freeway); exit toward North Stemmons Freeway. The trip usually takes 45 to 60 minutes depending on metroplex traffic.
- Service hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. The consulate is closed on weekends and on the official holidays of El Salvador and the United States.
- Tip: the stretch between Fort Worth and Dallas gets congested at rush hour; leave with time to spare and arrive a few minutes before your appointment. Always bring your original documents and any copies the service requires.
Mobile consulates: the consulate holds mobile outreach events in different cities to bring services closer to those who cannot travel to Dallas. Check the dates announced for the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex before planning a trip.
Much of the process can be handled online: at portalcitas.rree.gob.sv you can create your account, book the appointment, select the service and check the requirements from home. For questions you can also call the consulate at (214) 637-1500 or the Call Center 1-888-301-1130.
Frequently asked questions – Salvadorans in Fort Worth
Is there a Salvadoran consulate in Fort Worth, Texas?
No. Fort Worth does not have its own Salvadoran consular office. Services for the community of Fort Worth and Tarrant County are handled by the Consulate of El Salvador in Dallas, located at 7610 N Stemmons Fwy, Suite 400, Dallas, TX 75247, about 45 to 60 minutes away by car via I-30.
Which Salvadoran consulate do I belong to if I live in Fort Worth?
If you live in Fort Worth, Arlington, Grand Prairie, North Richland Hills or any city in Tarrant County, your reference consular office is the Consulate of El Salvador in Dallas. That office serves all of North Texas and the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex.
Can I get the DUI (national ID) the same day near Fort Worth?
Yes. The Consulate of El Salvador in Dallas offers the DUI with same-day delivery in many cases, as well as the passport, birth registrations, powers of attorney and apostilles. It is the nearest office to Fort Worth. Book your appointment at portalcitas.rree.gob.sv and bring your valid documentation.
Do mobile consulates visit Fort Worth or Tarrant County?
The Salvadoran consulate periodically holds mobile outreach events to bring services closer to communities across the metroplex. Follow the official notices of the Dallas consulate and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (rree.gob.sv) to learn the dates and how to register.
What can I handle online without traveling to Dallas?
Through the portal portalcitas.rree.gob.sv you can create your account, schedule the appointment, choose the service and review the requirements. Some certificates and questions are also handled through the Call Center 1-888-301-1130, which cuts down trips from Fort Worth.
How do I get from Fort Worth to the consulate in Dallas?
From downtown Fort Worth, take I-30 east toward Dallas and then I-35E north (Stemmons Freeway), exiting toward North Stemmons Freeway. The trip usually takes 45 to 60 minutes depending on traffic. Leave with time to spare and arrive a few minutes before your appointment. See all the details on the Consulate in Dallas page.