The Embassy of El Salvador in The Hague is El Salvador’s diplomatic mission to the Netherlands. Salvadoran nationals in the Netherlands turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | Johan de Wittlaan 7, 2517 JR The Hague, Netherlands |
| Telephone | +31 70 324 98 55 |
| embajadapaisesbajos@rree.gob.sv | |
| Website | twitter.com/EESAenPaisesBaj |
| Head of Mission | Héctor Enrique Jaime Calderón, Ambassador |
| National Day | 15 September |
Opening Hours
No opening hours are published by the Dutch government. Check the embassy’s website or call before visiting.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The embassy is located at Johan de Wittlaan 7, 2517 JR The Hague.
- Opening hours: not published by the Dutch government – check the embassy’s website or call before you go.
- Preparation: check the required documents on the official website and bring originals with copies.
About the Salvadoran Embassy in The Hague
Héctor Enrique Jaime Calderón heads the embassy as ambassador. The Hague is the seat of the Dutch government and of international institutions such as the International Court of Justice, the International Criminal Court and the OPCW, so many embassies in the city also follow their work.
Consular services
Typical consular services include:
- Salvadoran passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Visas for travellers who need one for El Salvador
Documents checklist
Prepare these documents before your appointment. The lists are taken from official Salvadoran sources:
Renewing a Salvadoran ordinary passport abroad
- Your original, valid DUI (identity document) – updated if your name or marital status has changed
- Your expired or soon-to-expire original passport
- Proof of payment – US$60 outside Central America
- Lost or stolen passport: a sworn declaration at the consulate (extra fee)
- Minors: the child’s passport, both parents with valid DUI or Salvadoran passport, or a special power of attorney from the absent parent
Sources: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of El Salvador – ordinary passports for Salvadorans abroad (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the embassy before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-in capacity is limited, so check the procedure on the website first.
Do Dutch citizens need a visa for El Salvador?
Dutch citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in El Salvador (up to 180 days); a valid passport is required. Details: Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice (in Dutch).
Closing days
Like most offices in the Netherlands, the embassy closes on public holidays – including Easter Monday, King’s Day and Christmas as well as on the Salvadoran national day, 15 September. Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
Emergency assistance
Salvadoran nationals in urgent need of help can reach the embassy on +31 70 324 98 55. The embassy can help with lost passports, arrests and serious accidents, but it cannot cover costs or interfere with Dutch authorities. In the Netherlands, the emergency number is 112; for non-urgent police matters call 0900 8844.
Diplomatic missions of El Salvador in the Netherlands
El Salvador in the Netherlands
- The Hague – Embassy of El Salvador (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of El Salvador in The Hague
What is the address of the Salvadoran Embassy in the Netherlands?
At Johan de Wittlaan 7, 2517 JR The Hague.
Who is the ambassador of El Salvador to the Netherlands?
Héctor Enrique Jaime Calderón, according to the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Is the Salvadoran Embassy closed on the national day?
The national day of El Salvador is 15 September; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do Dutch citizens need a visa for El Salvador?
No, not for short tourist stays (up to 180 days) – a valid passport is required.
Details checked on 11 October 2026. Sources: Government of the Netherlands – foreign representations in the Netherlands (government.nl, October 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice for El Salvador (Nederland Wereldwijd), twitter.com/EESAenPaisesBaj. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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