Mexican Consulate in Oxnard, California
Directory of the Mexican Consulate in Oxnard
The Mexican Consulate in Oxnard serves one of the counties with the largest presence of Mexican agricultural communities in all of California. Ventura County — and in particular the Oxnard, Camarillo, Fillmore and Santa Paula area — has a long history of labor migration from states such as Oaxaca, Guerrero, Michoacán and Jalisco. Many of these workers and their families have lived here for decades, and the consulate is their main point of contact to renew passports, register births and keep their documentary ties with Mexico.
What sets the Oxnard consulate apart from the rest is its close attention to rural communities and farm workers. Unlike the large urban consulates, here the consular staff has direct experience with the cases of temporary workers, wage disputes and protection against inadequate housing conditions in the agricultural sector. If you are a farm worker or know someone in that situation, the Consular Protection section in Oxnard can guide you in emergency situations.
Contact information for the Mexican Consulate in Oxnard
Address: 3151 W. Fifth Street, Suite 100, Oxnard, CA 93030
City: Oxnard
State: California
Hours: Monday to Friday from 7:45 am to 5:00 pm
Country: United States
Main phone: 805-984-8738
Protection phone: 805-984-4334
24h emergencies: 805-627-3520
Email: consuloxn@sre.gob.mx
Appointment phone: (424) 309-0009
Official website: consulmex.sre.gob.mx/oxnard
Hours of the Mexican Consulate in Oxnard
IMPORTANT: If the Oxnard consulate is far from your home, the Mexican Consulate on Wheels periodically visits communities in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo to bring consular services closer.
Consular services in Oxnard
The Mexican Consulate in Oxnard serves residents of Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties with the following services:
- Mexican passport: Issuance and renewal for adults and minors.
- Consular ID (MCAS): Identity document recognized in California.
- Voter ID card (INE): Available for Mexicans living abroad.
- Civil Registry: Births, marriages and deaths of Mexican citizens.
- Notarial Procedures: Powers of attorney and document authentication.
- Consular Protection: Assistance in emergencies, detentions and vulnerable cases.
- Free Legal Advice: Guidance on immigration and labor rights.
How to book an appointment at the Mexican Consulate in Oxnard
All procedures at the Mexican Consulate in Oxnard require an appointment. Appointments are free.
You can also book your appointment by WhatsApp at +1 (424) 309-0009 or by calling MEXITEL at 1-877-639-4835 (toll-free from the U.S.).
Note: Bring original documents and copies. Arrive on time. No procedures are carried out without an appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions – Mexican Consulate in Oxnard
I'm a farm worker, can the Oxnard consulate help me with labor problems?
Yes. The Consular Protection section of the Oxnard consulate has extensive experience assisting field workers. It can guide you in situations of unpaid wages, unsanitary housing conditions, work accidents or abuse by employers. In emergency cases, no appointment is needed; call 805-984-4334.
Which counties does the Oxnard consulate serve?
The Mexican Consulate in Oxnard has jurisdiction over Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties. If you live in cities like Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Thousand Oaks or Moorpark, this is your reference consulate.
Does the Oxnard consulate serve Santa Barbara residents?
Yes. Santa Barbara County belongs to the district of the Mexican Consulate in Oxnard. Mexican residents of Santa Barbara, Lompoc, Santa Maria and other cities in the county must process their documents in Oxnard.
How do I get to the Oxnard consulate without a car?
The consulate is at 3151 W. Fifth Street, accessible from the Oxnard Amtrak/Metrolink station (about a 15-minute walk). There are also Gold Coast Transit lines running along Fifth Street. From Los Angeles you can arrive on the Pacific Surfliner train to the Oxnard station.
How long does the passport take at the Oxnard consulate?
Delivery time ranges from 3 to 5 weeks. During high-demand seasons (summer, holidays) it can stretch to 7-8 weeks. If you have an upcoming trip, mention it when booking to request priority service.