Mexican Consulate in Fresno, California

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The Mexican consulate in California's breadbasket

The Mexican Consulate in Fresno serves the heart of the Central Valley, the most productive agricultural region in the United States. Here, the Mexican community is the workforce that sustains the fields of grapes, citrus, almonds and vegetables that feed much of the country. That is why this consulate plays a very special role in serving and protecting farmworkers and their families.

The office is located at 7435 North Ingram Avenue, in northern Fresno. It is open during morning hours, and from here it coordinates numerous Consulate on Wheels events that travel through the farming towns of the valley, especially during harvest season.

Contact details for the Mexican consulate in Fresno

Address: 7435 N Ingram Avenue, Fresno, CA 93711

City: Fresno

State: California

Hours: Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm (by appointment)

Country: United States

Main phone: (559) 233-3065

Emergencies: (559) 269-3026

Appointments (MEXITEL): 1-877-639-4835

Appointments WhatsApp: +1 (424) 309-0009

Official website: consulmex.sre.gob.mx/fresno

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Mexican Consulate in Fresno hours

Monday:

7:00 am – 12:00 pm

Tuesday:

7:00 am – 12:00 pm

Wednesday:

7:00 am – 12:00 pm

Thursday:

7:00 am – 12:00 pm

Friday:

7:00 am – 12:00 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed

Consular services in Fresno

  1. Mexican passport: First-time issuance and renewal for all ages.
  2. Consular ID (MCAS): Identification valid throughout California.
  3. Voter ID card (INE): To vote from abroad.
  4. Civil Registry and certificates: Births, marriages and certified copies.
  5. Consular and labor protection: Special support for farmworkers.
  6. Dual nationality: Registration of children born in the U.S.
  7. Consulate on Wheels: Outreach events in the towns of the Central Valley.

How to book an appointment at the Mexican consulate in Fresno

All services are free and require an appointment. Official channels:

citas.sre.gob.mx MiConsulado SRE

By phone: MEXITEL 1-877-639-4835 (toll-free) | WhatsApp: +1 (424) 309-0009

Hours are mornings only (7:00 am–12:00 pm); book well in advance, especially during harvest season.

The Mexican community in Fresno

The Central Valley is home to one of the largest populations of Mexican farmworkers in the country. In counties such as Fresno, Madera, Kings and Tulare, the Mexican community sustains the agriculture that supplies the United States, and keeps its culture alive in towns where Spanish is the majority language.

+500,000
Residents of Mexican origin
~50% of Hispanic origin in the county
Share of the population
4
Counties served

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2022

Consulate support for farmworkers

The Fresno consulate devotes special attention to the farmworkers of the Central Valley, one of the largest communities and among the most vulnerable to labor abuses. Its labor protection work is a cornerstone of consular activity in the region.

Main crops in the area: grapes, citrus, almonds, vegetables.

Services designed for farmworkers and their families

If you work in the fields and have a labor problem, you are not alone: the consulate can help you regardless of your immigration status. Call the Center for Information and Assistance for Mexicans (CIAM), available 24/7.

Mexican Consulate on Wheels near Fresno

The Fresno consulate holds Consulate on Wheels events in the farming towns of the valley, bringing passports, consular IDs and INE cards to those who live far from the city.

Cities visited: Visalia, Madera, Merced, Central Valley towns

How to book an appointment for the mobile consulate: Call (424) 309-0009 or check citas.sre.gob.mx and the consulate's social media for the dates.

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Frequently Asked Questions – Mexican Consulate in Fresno

Until what time is the Fresno consulate open?

The Fresno consulate is open Monday to Friday during morning hours, from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm, by appointment. That is why it is best to book your appointment in advance and arrive on time, since the service window is shorter than at other consulates.

I'm a farmworker and have a problem with my employer — can the consulate help me?

Yes. The Fresno consulate provides support to farmworkers in cases of unpaid wages, unsafe conditions or abuse, regardless of your immigration status. It can give you legal guidance and channel your case. In emergencies, call the Center for Information and Assistance to Mexicans (CIAM), active 24 hours.

Does the Fresno consulate travel to the valley towns?

Yes. Through the Consulate on Wheels, the consulate periodically visits Central Valley towns such as Visalia, Madera or Merced, especially during harvest season. The dates are posted on its website and social media and require an appointment.

Which counties does the Fresno consulate serve?

Its jurisdiction covers the Central Valley, with counties such as Fresno, Madera, Kings and Tulare, among others. The northern part of the valley falls under Sacramento, and the Bay Area under San Jose or San Francisco. Check your county before booking.

Do I need an appointment to get a passport in Fresno?

Yes, all services are handled by free appointment. Book it at citas.sre.gob.mx, through MEXITEL or by WhatsApp. Check the requirements and costs in our Mexican passport guide.

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