Mexican Consulate in Santa Ana, California

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The Mexican consulate in the heart of Orange County

The Mexican Consulate in Santa Ana serves one of the densest and most deeply rooted Mexican communities in the entire United States. Santa Ana, the seat of Orange County, has a mostly Latino, Mexican-origin population, with neighborhoods where Spanish is the everyday language and where Mexican culture permeates commerce, food and street life.

The consular office is located at 2100 East 4th Street, very close to the city's historic downtown. Because of the huge demand in Orange County, practically all procedures are handled by appointment, so it is advisable to book several weeks in advance.

Contact information for the consulate in Santa Ana

Address: 2100 E 4th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92705

City: Santa Ana

State: California

Hours: Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 2:00 pm (by appointment)

Country: United States

Main phone: (714) 253-3906

Consular protection: (714) 504-2796

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

WhatsApp appointments: +1 (424) 309-0009

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

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Hours of the Mexican Consulate in Santa Ana

Monday:

7:30 am – 2:00 pm

Tuesday:

7:30 am – 2:00 pm

Wednesday:

7:30 am – 2:00 pm

Thursday:

7:30 am – 2:00 pm

Friday:

7:30 am – 2:00 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed

Procedures at the Santa Ana consulate

  1. Mexican passport: First-time and renewal for adults and minors.
  2. Consular ID (MCAS): Identification recognized in California.
  3. Voter ID card (INE): To vote from abroad.
  4. Civil Registry and certificates: Births, marriages and certified copies.
  5. Dual nationality: Registration of children born in the U.S.
  6. Consular protection: Assistance with detentions and emergencies.
  7. Powers of attorney: Notarial documents for use in Mexico.

How to book an appointment at the Mexican consulate in Santa Ana

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

If you can't find an appointment in Santa Ana, check availability in Los Angeles, San Bernardino or San Diego.

The Mexican community in Santa Ana

Santa Ana is one of the cities with the highest proportion of Mexican population in the United States. In Orange County, the Mexican community is the engine of sectors such as construction, hospitality, landscaping and commerce, and maintains an intense cultural life around 4th Street (La Cuatro) and the historic downtown.

+1 million
Residents of Mexican origin
~Latino majority in the county
Share of the population
1
County served

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2022

How much consular services cost at the Santa Ana consulate

These are the consular fees in U.S. dollars in effect for 2026 for the main services at Mexican consulates in the U.S. Payment is usually accepted in cash or by card, depending on the consulate:

Service Cost (USD)
3-year passport$101
6-year passport$137
10-year passport (adults only)$209
1-year passport (under 3 / protection cases)$44
Consular ID Card (MCAS)$41
Certified copy of a record (birth, marriage, death)$20
Voter ID card (INE)Free
CURPFree

50% discount on the passport for those over 60 · Emergency passport: 30% surcharge. More detail in our guides to passport and birth certificate.

* Indicative fees (Federal Duties Law 2026). Confirm the current fee at citas.sre.gob.mx before your appointment.

Other Mexican consulates near Santa Ana

If the Santa Ana consulate has no appointment availability or is too far from you, these are the closest Mexican consulates:

Los Angeles
~35 miles
The largest Mexican consulate in the world.
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San Bernardino
~50 miles
Consulate for the Inland Empire.
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San Diego
~90 miles
Consulate General for southern California.
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Frequently Asked Questions – Mexican Consulate in Santa Ana

Does the Santa Ana or the Los Angeles consulate serve me?

If you live in Orange County, the Santa Ana consulate serves you. The Los Angeles one serves Los Angeles County. Even so, depending on appointment availability you may go to another consulate by presenting proof of address; check first where there are open slots.

Why does Santa Ana's schedule end so early?

The consulate is open Monday to Friday until 2:00 pm, with appointments spread throughout the morning. That's why it's important to arrive on time for your assigned slot; if you arrive late, you could lose the appointment and have to reschedule.

How much does it cost to get a passport in Santa Ana?

Fees are the same at all consulates: 101 USD for 3 years, 137 USD for 6 years and 209 USD for 10 years (2026 fees). Check the cost table on this page and our passport guide for the details.

Can I handle notarial procedures in Santa Ana?

Yes. The Santa Ana consulate issues powers of attorney and other documents valid in Mexico. Some notarial procedures require an appointment; confirm this when booking so you bring the right documentation.

I was detained in Orange County, what do I do?

State that you are a Mexican citizen and request consular assistance. The Santa Ana consulate has a protection line: (714) 504-2796. You can also call the Center for Information and Assistance for Mexicans (CIAM), available 24/7. Learn more in our consular protection guide.

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