Embassy of the United Kingdom in San Salvador
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- Torre Futura, 14th floor, Colonia Escalón, San Salvador, San Salvador
- Website
- gov.uk
- Head of mission
- Ramin Navai
United Kingdom
El Salvador
British Embassy in El Salvador
1 embassy
The United Kingdom is represented in El Salvador by 1 mission: an embassy in San Salvador. Salvadoran citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom, obtained before travel.
British Embassy in San Salvador
At Torre Futura, 14th floor, Colonia Escalón, San Salvador, San Salvador, the British embassy represents the United Kingdom towards El Salvador. The head of mission on record is Ramin Navai. Its website is linked on its page.
United Kingdom visa for Salvadoran citizens
El SalvadorUnited Kingdom Visa required United Kingdom visa for citizens of El Salvador
United KingdomEl Salvador Visa-free, 180 days El Salvador visa for citizens of the United Kingdom
United Kingdom visa requirements for citizens of El Salvador
- Standard Visitor visa (up to 6 months)
- Visitor in Transit visa (landside)
- Student and work routes (brief)
- Fee: £135
- 5 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
Salvadoran citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to the United Kingdom. From El Salvador, the application is made at the British embassy in San Salvador or through a visa centre appointed by the United Kingdom.
El Salvador’s missions in the United Kingdom
Missions of El Salvador in the United Kingdom (1)
In return, El Salvador has an embassy in the United Kingdom, in London.
Good to know
The United Kingdom in El Salvador
Worldwide, the United Kingdom has 280 missions in 168 countries; one of them is in El Salvador.
Travel to El Salvador for British citizens
British citizens can visit El Salvador without a visa for up to 180 days. In El Salvador, British citizens can turn to the British embassy for passports and emergency help.
When the British embassy in El Salvador is closed
The British embassy in El Salvador closes on El Salvador’s public holidays, the next being National Pupusa Festival (Festival Nacional De La Pupusa) on Sunday 8 November 2026, National Pupusa Festival (Festival Nacional De La Pupusa) on Monday 9 November 2026 and National Pupusa Festival (Festival Nacional De La Pupusa) on Tuesday 10 November 2026, and usually on some holidays of the United Kingdom, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the British embassy in El Salvador?
The British embassy is in San Salvador, at Torre Futura, 14th floor, Colonia Escalón, San Salvador, San Salvador.
Do Salvadoran citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom requires Salvadoran citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Do British citizens need a visa for El Salvador?
El Salvador admits British citizens without a visa for stays of up to 180 days.
Does El Salvador have an embassy in the United Kingdom?
Yes, El Salvador has its embassy in London.