Mexican Consulate in Passaic, New Jersey
Mexican Consulate in Passaic, NJ: what you need to know
Passaic does not have a permanent Mexican consulate, but it is covered by the Consulate General of Mexico in New Brunswick, which opened in September 2023. This consulate covers 13 counties in central and northern New Jersey, including Passaic County, home to one of the largest Mexican communities in the state, with families originally from Puebla and Oaxaca.
In addition to the permanent consulate in New Brunswick, the Consulate on Wheels program makes periodic visits to Passaic, using the community space Mi Casa es Puebla (77-79 3rd Street, Passaic) as its usual venue. These mobile sessions let you process passports, consular IDs, civil registry certificates and receive legal advice without having to travel to New Brunswick.
Permanent consulate: Mexico in New Brunswick, NJ
Address
390 George Street, Suite 100, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
City
New Brunswick
State
New Jersey
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Country
United States
Main phone
Appointments (MEXITEL)
WhatsApp appointments
Official website
Consulate on Wheels venue in Passaic
Usual venue: Mi Casa es Puebla, 77-79 3rd Street, Passaic, NJ 07055
Type: Periodic mobile sessions (not permanent)
Services: Passports, Consular ID, Civil Registry certificates, legal advice
Appointments: Through the MiConsulado SRE system or by contacting the New Brunswick consulate
Note: Dates are not published far in advance. Check the official social media of the New Brunswick consulate or call directly to find out about the next session in Passaic.
Hours of the Mexican Consulate in New Brunswick
NJ counties served by the New Brunswick Consulate
The Consulate General of Mexico in New Brunswick covers the following 13 counties of New Jersey:
Passaic, Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Middlesex, Mercer, Monmouth, Union, Morris, Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon and Somerset.
Residents of southern New Jersey have a closer consulate in another city. To find out which one covers you, check the official SRE directory.
Services available in Passaic (Consulate on Wheels)
- Mexican passport: Renewal and first-time issuance for adults and minors.
- Consular ID (MCAS): Official identification recognized in New Jersey.
- Civil Registry certificates: Births, marriages and deaths.
- Consular protection: Information on rights and assistance in case of detention.
- Legal advice: Free immigration and labor guidance.
- Signing of notarial documents: Powers of attorney and other notarial acts.
How to book an appointment for the Consulate on Wheels in Passaic
Appointments for the Consulate on Wheels in Passaic are managed through the permanent consulate of New Brunswick:
By phone: MEXITEL 1-877-639-4835 (toll-free) | WhatsApp: +1 (424) 309-0009
Appointments for mobile sessions sell out very fast. Check the social media of the New Brunswick Consulate regularly and turn on notifications to stay aware of new dates in Passaic.
Consular assistant
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Frequently Asked Questions – Mexican Consulate in Passaic NJ
Is there a permanent Mexican consulate in Passaic?
There is no permanent Mexican consulate in Passaic. The nearest permanent consulate is the Consulate General of Mexico in New Brunswick (390 George Street, Suite 100, New Brunswick, NJ 08901), which covers Passaic County among its 13 counties of jurisdiction. Periodically, the Consulate on Wheels visits Passaic at the Mi Casa es Puebla venue.
How do I find out the Consulate on Wheels dates in Passaic?
The Consulate on Wheels dates in Passaic are announced on short notice on the social media and official website of the Mexican Consulate in New Brunswick. Follow them on social media to receive notifications. You can also contact the consulate directly via WhatsApp at (424) 309-0009 to ask about upcoming visits to the Passaic area.
What procedures can I do at the Consulate on Wheels in Passaic?
At the mobile sessions you can process a Mexican passport, consular ID (MCAS), civil registry certificates (births, marriages, deaths), and receive immigration legal advice. All services require an appointment. Payment is in cash; cards are not accepted.
What is the difference between the New Brunswick consulate and the New York consulate?
Both are official consulates of Mexico, but with different jurisdictions. The New Brunswick one (opened in 2023) serves Mexicans living in the 13 counties of northern and central New Jersey, including Passaic. The New York one serves residents of New York City, Long Island and New York State. If you live in Passaic, your competent consulate is New Brunswick.