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Consulate General of Mexico in San Diego, California

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Consulate General of Mexico in San Diego, California, located at 1549 India Street. View a location map, get driving directions or find information about the address, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Consulate General Address

    1549 India Street
    San Diego, CA 92101
    United States

  • Telephone

    (619) 231-8414

  • Fax

    (619) 231-4802

  • Emergency Contacts

    (619) 843-6399 (for urgent help and consular assistance for Mexican citizens in emergencies.)

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM
    Thursday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM
    Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM
    Tuesday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM

    Status: 🔒 Closed – Opens today at 7:00 AM

    🕒 Current time in San Diego: 1:15 AM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

Located at 1549 India Street, the consulate is near key landmarks like USS Midway Museum and Gaslamp Quarter. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Consulate General of Mexico in San Diego, California

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Consulate General may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Consulate General directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Juneteenth: June 19 Flag of United States
  • Labor Day: September 7 Flag of United States
  • Independence Day: July 4 Flag of United States / September 16 Flag of Mexico
  • Columbus Day: October 12 Flag of United States

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Consulate General of Mexico in San Diego, California:

  • Process passport applications
  • Process visa applications
  • Notarize certain documents
  • Legalization of documents
  • Issuing emergency travel documents
  • Register marriages, births, and deaths
  • Authentication of documents

Visa Requirements

If you hold an American passport, you do not need a visa to enter Mexico.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to Mexico without a visa. The most common types of Mexico visas are the following.

  • Tourist visa
  • Student visa
  • Family reunification visa
  • Family unit (with approval of Mexican Immigration Institute - NUT)
  • Adoption visa
  • Temporary resident visa
  • Permanent resident visa
  • Paid activities visa (with approval of Mexican Immigration Institute - NUT)
  • Religious activities visa
  • Lost, stolen, or destruction of Temporary or Permanent card
  • Non-ordinary visas (Diplomatic, Official, etc.)

Head of Mission

Alicia Kerber Palma, Consul General

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Mexican Passports

The Mexican passport is an essential travel document issued to Mexican citizens, serving as proof of identity and nationality. It allows for international travel and grants visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to various countries. Mexico also issues electronic passports with biometric security features, ensuring secure and efficient border crossings. To learn more about the types of Mexican passports, security features, and the application process, visit the Mexican Passport Guide.

Notarial Services

Mexican embassies and consulates provide notarial services, including document authentication, certification, and legalization, ensuring legal recognition for official purposes.

Assistance for Mexican Nationals

Mexican embassies and consulates assist citizens abroad with essential services such as birth and marriage registrations, passport renewals, and consular documents. They also provide support in emergencies, including medical situations, legal issues, and repatriation assistance

Visa Services

Mexican diplomatic missions handle visa applications for foreign nationals traveling to Mexico for tourism, business, study, or other purposes, ensuring compliance with entry requirements.

Online Resources

Explore the consulate and the services it offers. Visit their official website or follow them on their social media platforms.

Additional Missions in United States

Besides Consulate General of Mexico in San Diego, California, Mexico also has 50 representations in the following cities of United States:


View All Diplomatic Missions of Mexico in United States

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

Explore the diplomatic missions of Mexico in neighboring countries or regions of United States.

United States in Mexico

United States has 11 representations in the following cities:

U.S. Passport Offices

If you are a U.S. citizen and need passport services (apply, renew, or replace a passport), you may visit a nearby passport acceptance facility or agency in San Diego, CA.

  • San Diego Passport Agency
  • County of San Diego – Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
  • SDSU Passport Office
Passport offices in San Diego, CA

Nearby Landmarks

  • USS Midway Museum (0.68 miles away)

    910 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101

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  • Gaslamp Quarter (0.83 miles away)

    614 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

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  • Balboa Park (1.37 miles away)

    1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101

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  • San Diego Zoo (1.46 miles away)

    2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA 92101

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  • Point Loma Tide Pools (5.63 miles away)

    1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr, San Diego, CA 92106

    Get Directions
  • Tijuana Cultural Center (CECUT) (15.58 miles away)

    Paseo de los Héroes 9350, Zona Urbana Rio Tijuana, 22010 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico

    Get Directions

Nearby Airports

Major Operating Flights

These airlines operate flights between United States and Mexico:

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This page was last edited on 02 March 2026 at 07:52 AM (EST).

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