Consulate of El Salvador in Woodbridge, Virginia

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The Salvadoran office in Northern Virginia and the Washington D.C. area

The Consulate General of El Salvador in Woodbridge is located at 14517 Potomac Mills Rd, within Prince William County, right in the heart of Northern Virginia. This consular office serves one of the largest Salvadoran communities in all of the United States: the Washington D.C. metropolitan area is home to hundreds of thousands of fellow Salvadorans spread across Northern Virginia, southern Maryland and the District. In counties such as Prince William, Fairfax, Arlington and Loudoun, and the city of Manassas, Salvadorans are an essential part of the local economy, with a strong presence in construction, landscaping, cleaning, restaurants and services.

Woodbridge is also a same-day national ID (DUI) consulate, which means the Documento Único de Identidad (Salvadoran national ID card) is printed and issued at the office itself without having to wait for it to arrive from El Salvador: a huge advantage for anyone who needs their ID quickly. Thanks to its location next to the Potomac Mills outlet and Interstate 95, it is a highly accessible landmark for Salvadorans along the southern corridor of the Washington area. Below you will find the exact address, phone number, email, hours and the steps to book your appointment.

Contact details for the Salvadoran consulate in Woodbridge

Address: 14517 Potomac Mills Rd, Woodbridge, VA 22192

County: Prince William County (Northern Virginia)

State: Virginia

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

Local phone: (703) 490-4300

Call Center / Virtual Consulate: 1-888-301-1130

Email: consuladovirginia@rree.gob.sv

Appointment: portalcitas.rree.gob.sv

Office type: Same-day national ID (DUI) consulate

Request an appointment Call the consulate Appointment portal

Public service hours

Monday

8:00–16:00

Tuesday

8:00–16:00

Wednesday

8:00–16:00

Thursday

8:00–16:00

Friday

8:00–16:00

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

IMPORTANT: Service is by appointment only. Arrive at least 15 minutes early with all your documents ready.

Consular services for Salvadorans in Northern Virginia

  1. Same-day national ID (DUI): Issuance, renewal, replacement and updates of the Documento Único de Identidad (Salvadoran national ID card), printed and handed out the same day at the office.
  2. Salvadoran passport: First-time issuance, renewal and replacement for adults and minors.
  3. Civil registry: Registration of births of children of Salvadorans born in Virginia, marriages and deaths.
  4. Certificates and records: Requests for birth certificates and other documents from El Salvador's registry.
  5. Powers of attorney and notarial acts: For property sales, asset management or legal representation in El Salvador.
  6. Apostille and authentication: Legalization of Salvadoran documents and documents issued in Virginia for official use.
  7. Minor's ID card (carné de minoridad): Identity document for Salvadoran minors.
  8. Consular protection and assistance: Support in cases of detention, hospitalization, accident or death within the jurisdiction.

Requirements to get the DUI at the consulate

The Documento Único de Identidad (DUI) is issued by the RNPN and is processed in person at the consulate, by appointment. These are the documents usually requested (confirm the details of your case with your consulate):

The DUI requires physical presence for fingerprints and a photo: it cannot be processed by mail or through a third party.

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Emergency consular assistance

If you are detained by the police or ICE, suffer a serious accident, or a relative passes away, you have the right to contact the Consulate of El Salvador (Vienna Convention). Emergency assistance operates 24 hours through the Woodbridge Consulate or the Call Center.

📞 Call 1-888-301-1130

How to book an appointment at the Woodbridge consulate

An appointment is required and is mostly arranged online. Follow any of these options:

  1. Online appointment portal: Go to portalcitas.rree.gob.sv, create your account, select United States → Woodbridge (Virginia) and choose the service, day and time.
  2. Call Center: Call 1-888-301-1130 and press option 4 to schedule your appointment with an agent.
  3. WhatsApp: Message +503 7070-1071 for questions and help with your appointment.

Because this is a same-day national ID (DUI) consulate, if your service is the DUI you will receive it printed on the same day as your appointment, with no shipping delays.

Book your appointment at portalcitas.rree.gob.sv

How to get to the Consulate of El Salvador in Woodbridge

Plan your trip so you arrive on time for your appointment:

I-95 between the District and Woodbridge can get very congested during rush hour; allow extra time to arrive on time for your appointment.

Frequently asked questions – Consulate of El Salvador in Woodbridge

What does it mean that Woodbridge is a same-day national ID (DUI) consulate?

It means the Woodbridge consulate has the equipment to print and hand out your Documento Único de Identidad (DUI, Salvadoran national ID card) on the same day as your appointment, without waiting for it to arrive from El Salvador. The process is still in person, because your fingerprints and photo are taken, but you will no longer have to come back another day or wait for a shipment to pick up your DUI.

Should I go to the Woodbridge consulate or the one in Silver Spring, Maryland?

Both serve the Salvadoran community in the Washington D.C. area, so you can pick whichever is closest to you. If you live in Virginia (Prince William, Fairfax, Arlington, Manassas, Loudoun), Woodbridge makes the most sense; if you live in Maryland (Montgomery, Prince George's), the Silver Spring consulate is usually more convenient. When you book through the portal you will see the availability at each office and can choose the one with earlier openings.

How do I get to the consulate without a car from Washington D.C.?

You can take the Virginia Railway Express (VRE) to Woodbridge Station and, from there, a local OmniRide bus or an Uber to Potomac Mills, where the consulate is located. Public transit works, but frequencies are limited outside of rush hour, so it is a good idea to check the VRE and OmniRide schedules in advance or consider driving.

Is there parking at the Woodbridge consulate?

Yes. The consulate is located next to the Potomac Mills outlet, which has plenty of free parking for visitors. Coming in on I-95, take the Potomac Mills exit; the area is well signposted and easy to park in even on busy days.

My child was born in Virginia – can I register them as Salvadoran here?

Yes. Children of a Salvadoran father or mother born in Virginia can be registered in El Salvador's civil registry through the Woodbridge consulate, which allows them to obtain their Salvadoran birth certificate, their minor's ID card (carné de minoridad) and, later on, their passport. Bring the Virginia state birth certificate and the Salvadoran parent's documentation.

What do I do if I can't find available appointments on the portal?

Demand in the Washington area is very high and appointments fill up fast. Check the portal several times a day, since slots open up from cancellations, and also consider the Silver Spring office in Maryland. You can also get help from the Call Center at 1-888-301-1130 option 4 or via WhatsApp at +503 7070-1071. If your case is urgent (emergency travel or consular assistance), explain the situation to the consulate to request priority service.

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