Mexican Consulate in New Orleans, Louisiana
Directory of the Consulate General of Mexico in New Orleans
The Consulate General of Mexico in New Orleans is the main consular office for Mexican citizens living in the states of Louisiana and Mississippi. Located in the financial heart of New Orleans on 2 Canal Street, this consulate serves a Mexican community that grew significantly after Hurricane Katrina in 2005, when thousands of Mexican workers arrived to take part in the city's reconstruction and settled permanently in the region.
The Port of New Orleans, the Gulf Coast petrochemical industry and the construction sector are the main employers of the Mexican community in Louisiana. The consulate has extensive experience protecting labor rights and assisting workers in vulnerable situations.
Contact information for the Mexican Consulate in New Orleans
Address
901 Convention Center Boulevard, Suite 119, New Orleans, LA 70130
City
New Orleans
State
Louisiana
General hours
Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Document service hours
Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Main phone
Consular Protection
24h emergencies
Appointments (MEXITEL)
WhatsApp appointments
Hours of the Mexican Consulate in New Orleans
Consular services in New Orleans
- Mexican passport: Issuance and renewal. Appointment required.
- Consular ID: Official identification recognized in Louisiana.
- Civil Registry: Births, marriages and deaths.
- Consular Protection: Assistance with detentions and emergencies. 24 hours.
- Legal Advice: Free guidance on labor and immigration rights.
- Notarial Procedures: Powers of attorney, no appointment needed.
- INE / Voter ID card: To take part in Mexican elections.
How to book an appointment at the Mexican Consulate in New Orleans
All procedures require a free appointment. You can schedule it through:
Consular assistant
Is your case not covered on this page?
Ask the assistant about your procedure in New Orleans: which documents they ask for, what to pay and what to do when your situation is not the usual one.
Frequently Asked Questions – Mexican Consulate in New Orleans
Which states does the New Orleans consulate cover?
The Consulate General of Mexico in New Orleans has jurisdiction over the states of Louisiana and Mississippi. If you live in either of these areas, this is the consulate responsible for all of your consular procedures.
How do I get to the New Orleans consulate?
The consulate is in the 2 Canal Street building in downtown New Orleans, very close to the French Quarter and the Mississippi Riverfront. It is accessible by the Canal streetcar line and several RTA buses. Louis Armstrong airport is about 30 minutes away by car.
How long does the Mexican passport take in New Orleans?
Delivery time ranges from 3 to 5 weeks. In summer and December it can take longer. We recommend applying at least 6 weeks ahead if you have travel planned.