Consulate of El Salvador in Minneapolis–Saint Paul (Twin Cities)
A Salvadoran office on the West Side of Saint Paul
Although many people look for it as the "Minneapolis consulate," the Consulate General of El Salvador that serves the Twin Cities actually has its office in Saint Paul, at 60 Plato Boulevard, within the historic West Side, next to the Mississippi River. This district is one of the Latino hearts of the state: along District del Río and around Cesar Chavez Street you'll find taquerías, Central American bakeries and money-transfer businesses that keep families connected to Usulután, San Miguel, La Unión and the rest of eastern El Salvador. Having the office here brings DUI (national ID), passport and civil registry procedures closer to those who have spent years putting down roots in Minnesota.
This office's jurisdiction extends far beyond Minneapolis and Saint Paul: it covers all of Minnesota and reaches across the Upper Midwest, with fellow Salvadorans in Iowa, North Dakota and South Dakota. That's why it serves both the urban community of the Twin Cities and suburbs such as Bloomington, Brooklyn Park or Richfield, as well as the Salvadoran families spread across the region's rural and farming areas. Service is always by appointment; below you'll find the exact address, the local phone number, the hours and all the steps to book.
Contact information for the Salvadoran consulate in the Twin Cities
Address: 60 Plato Blvd E, Suite 150, Saint Paul, MN 55107
Area: West Side, Saint Paul (Minneapolis–Saint Paul metro area)
State: Minnesota
Jurisdiction: Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota and South Dakota
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Local phone: (651) 340-7537
Call Center / Virtual Consulate: 1-888-301-1130
Email: consuladominnesota@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 holidays of El Salvador and the United States.
Consular services for Salvadorans in Minnesota
- 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 Minnesota, Iowa and the Dakotas, as well as marriages and deaths.
- Certificates and certifications: Requests for birth certificates and other documents from El Salvador's registry.
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts: For sales, property management or legal representation in El Salvador.
- Apostille and authentication: Legalization of Salvadoran documents and those issued in Minnesota for official use.
- Minor's ID card (carné de minoridad): Identity document for Salvadoran minors.
- Mobile consulates: Outreach events the office organizes to bring procedures closer to communities far from Saint Paul within its jurisdiction.
- Consular protection and assistance: Support in cases of detention, hospitalization, accident or death within the Upper Midwest.
How to book an appointment at the Twin Cities consulate
An appointment is required and is handled mainly online. You can use any of these options:
- Online appointment portal: Go to portalcitas.rree.gob.sv, create your account, select United States → Saint Paul (Minnesota) and choose the procedure, 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 the Twin Cities
Is the consulate in Minneapolis or in Saint Paul?
The office is physically located in Saint Paul, at 60 Plato Blvd, Suite 150, within the West Side next to the Mississippi River. Although many people search for it as the "Minneapolis consulate" because it's the better-known city in the area, the consular office that serves the entire Twin Cities metro area is on the Saint Paul side. From Minneapolis you can get there in just a few minutes by car or public transit.
Which states does the Saint Paul consulate serve?
Its jurisdiction covers Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota and South Dakota. If you live in any of those states, this is the office where you can process your DUI (national ID), passport, civil registry and other services. Those who live far from Saint Paul should keep an eye out for mobile consulate events, which bring procedures closer to other towns in the region. Always book your appointment at portalcitas.rree.gob.sv before traveling.
What is the phone number for the Consulate of El Salvador in the Twin Cities?
The local number for the Saint Paul office is (651) 340-7537. If you can't get through, you can also use the Call Center / Virtual Consulate at 1-888-301-1130, which is available Monday to Friday from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm and weekends from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, or email consuladominnesota@rree.gob.sv with questions about your procedure.
I live in Iowa or the Dakotas — do I have to travel all the way to Saint Paul?
The Saint Paul consulate is the reference office for Iowa, North Dakota and South Dakota, so many procedures such as the DUI (national ID) or the passport —which require in-person fingerprinting and a photo— are done at the office. However, it's worth checking the mobile consulate calendar, since the consulate organizes events in different towns to avoid long trips. Call 1-888-301-1130 or check the portal before planning your trip.
My child was born in Minnesota — can I register them as Salvadoran here?
Yes. Children of a Salvadoran father or mother born in Minnesota (or in Iowa, North Dakota and South Dakota) can be registered in El Salvador's civil registry through the Saint Paul consulate. This allows them to obtain their Salvadoran birth certificate, their minor's ID card (carné de minoridad) and, later on, their passport. Bring the U.S. birth certificate and the Salvadoran parent's documentation.
How do I get to the consulate on the West Side of Saint Paul?
The consulate is at 60 Plato Blvd, on the West Side, very close to downtown Saint Paul and just minutes from the Mississippi River. If you're coming by car from Minneapolis or the suburbs, the I-35E and I-94 interstates connect well to the area and there is parking nearby. By public transit, several Metro Transit bus routes run through the West Side; check your trip at metrotransit.org before leaving and arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment.