Visa Requirements

US Citizen

US citizens do not need a visa for tourist or business   travel to this country, but a valid US Passport is required. No visa required for a stay of up to 30 Days

Non-US Citizen

Tourist Visa

  1. A valid, signed US passport. The passport must have at least 6 months remaining after the completion of your stay in El Salvador.
  2. Fully completed and signed El Salvador Visa Application
  3. Two (2) passport photographs
  4. Copy of round trip airline tickets or itinerary, or letter from travel agent confirming dates of travel and that round trip airline tickets will be issued.
  5. Copy of US Resident Alien Card (Green Card)

Business Visa

  1. A valid, signed US passport. The passport must have at least 6 months remaining after the completion of your stay in El Salvador.
  2. Fully completed and signed El Salvador Visa Application
  3. Two (2) passport photographs
  4. Copy of round trip airline tickets or itinerary, or letter from travel agent confirming dates of travel and that round trip airline tickets will be issued.
  5. Copy of US Resident Alien Card (Green Card)
  6. A business letter of introduction and financial responsibility is required to be typed on your company letterhead and addressed to: Embassy of El Salvador, Visa Section, Washington, DC. This letter must be signed by a company officer other than the traveler, and should:
    1. state the nature of business to be performed;
    2. include the name and address of the company to be visited;
    3. guarantee sufficient financial support during visit; and
    4. guarantee return transportation to the US for the applicant.

Fees

In addition to the standard Iratex fees, the following consular fees apply:

Consular fees: Usually $25.00 (Varies by Nationality) Please contact Iratex directly to confirm consulate Fee

Visa Information

Your application will be checked and hand carried to the Embassy, and is usually processed in four business days.

The El Salvador tourist or business visa is issued for a single entry, valid for entry within 30 days of issue date, for stay of up to 30 days in El Salvador.

Multiple entry visa available for business travelers on specific request.

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