The Embassy of El Salvador in Berlin is the official diplomatic representation of El Salvador in Germany, providing consular services for El Salvadoran nationals residing in or travelling through Germany.
Contact Details
| Address | Hessische Straße 11, 10115 Berlin, Germany |
| Telephone | +49 30 20 64 660 |
| Fax | +49 30 20 64 66 29 |
| embajadaenalemania@rree.gob.sv | |
| Head of Mission | Mrs. Florencia Eugenia Vilanova De Von Oehsen, Ambassador |
Opening Hours Embassy
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may very on public holidays or due to special circumstances. We recommend confirming before you visit.
Location of the Embassy
Use the map above to plan your visit. Public transport connections and parking availability may vary.
About the Salvadoran Embassy in Berlin
The Salvadoran Embassy in Berlin is the official diplomatic representation of the Republic of El Salvador in Germany. It represents Salvadoran interests and supports political, economic, cultural and institutional relations between El Salvador and Germany.
Relations between the two countries are traditionally friendly and include trade, development cooperation, education and cultural exchange. Germany is one of El Salvador's important European trading partners and is also a significant market for Salvadoran products, including coffee.
German organisations have been active in El Salvador for many years. Cooperation has included projects in areas such as education, drinking-water infrastructure, regional development and institutional cooperation within Central America.
In addition to its diplomatic role, the embassy provides consular services for Salvadoran citizens living in Germany and assists with passports, documentation and other official procedures.
Visa Information
Salvadoran citizens do not generally need a visa for Germany for short stays of up to 90 days, provided that the purpose of the visit does not involve employment. They must nevertheless meet the applicable entry conditions for Germany and the Schengen Area.
A special bilateral arrangement also allows Salvadoran nationals to enter Germany without obtaining a visa in advance for certain stays exceeding 90 days when they do not intend to take up employment. In such cases, the required residence permit must normally be obtained from the competent immigration authority after arrival.
German citizens do not currently need a visa to enter El Salvador for stays of up to 90 days. El Salvador forms part of the CA-4 area together with Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua, and the permitted period can apply to the traveller's combined stay within these countries.
Travellers should always check the latest entry requirements before departure, particularly when planning employment, residence or a longer stay.
Consular Services
The consular section of the Salvadoran Embassy in Berlin assists Salvadoran citizens living or staying in Germany and provides access to a range of consular services.
- Salvadoran passport and travel document matters
- Identity document-related consular procedures
- Civil registration and personal status matters
- Document authentication and apostille-related information
- Powers of attorney and other consular documents
- Visa information for foreign nationals where required
- Assistance with official Salvadoran documents
- Emergency consular assistance for Salvadoran citizens
El Salvador also operates digital consular services and an official appointment portal for procedures handled through its diplomatic and consular network. The documents and personal attendance requirements depend on the particular service.
Applicants should therefore review the current instructions for their specific procedure before submitting documents or travelling to Berlin.
Appointments
The procedure for obtaining a consular appointment depends on the service requested. El Salvador's Ministry of Foreign Affairs operates an official appointment portal for consular procedures abroad.
Some services may require a personal appearance, while others can begin through an online or document-based procedure. Applicants should therefore confirm the requirements for passports, civil registration, document authentication or other services before visiting the embassy.
The embassy in Berlin has consular responsibility for the whole of Germany. Honorary consular offices can provide local assistance in several regions, but their powers are more limited than those of the embassy.
Diplomatic Missions between El Salvador and Germany
El Salvador is represented in Germany by the Salvadoran Embassy in Berlin. Its official administrative and consular district covers the entire Federal Republic of Germany.
El Salvador also maintains an Honorary Consulate in Hamburg, an Honorary Consulate General in Munich, an Honorary Consulate General in Neuss and an Honorary Consulate in Tübingen.
The Honorary Consulate in Hamburg covers the city-state of Hamburg. The Honorary Consulate General in Munich is responsible for Bavaria and Saxony, while the office in Neuss covers North Rhine-Westphalia, Bremen, Lower Saxony, Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland. The Honorary Consulate in Tübingen covers Baden-Württemberg.
Honorary consulates generally provide a more limited range of services than the embassy. Applicants should therefore confirm whether their particular request can be handled locally or must be referred to Berlin.
Germany is represented in El Salvador by the German Embassy in San Salvador. Its administrative and consular jurisdiction covers the entire country.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Salvadoran Embassy in Berlin
Do I need an appointment for the Salvadoran Embassy in Berlin?
The procedure depends on the consular service required. El Salvador operates an official consular appointment system, and applicants should check the current requirements for their particular procedure before visiting the embassy.
Do Salvadoran citizens need a visa to travel to Germany?
No. Salvadoran citizens can generally travel to Germany without a visa for stays of up to 90 days when they do not intend to take up employment. Special bilateral rules also apply to certain longer stays.
Do German citizens need a visa to travel to El Salvador?
No. German citizens currently do not need a visa for stays in El Salvador of up to 90 days. Travellers should take the CA-4 rules into account when also visiting Guatemala, Honduras or Nicaragua.
Does El Salvador have other consulates in Germany?
Yes. In addition to the embassy in Berlin, El Salvador has honorary consular representations in Hamburg, Munich, Neuss and Tübingen. Their available services are more limited than those of the embassy.
Information provided on this page about the Embassy of El Salvador in Berlin is intended for general reference only. Contact details, appointment procedures, entry requirements and available services may change. Always confirm current information directly with the embassy or the responsible consular authority before your visit.