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Around La Libertad:
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AMERICAN CITIZEN SERVICES
AMERICAN CITIZEN SERVICES
A publication for U.S. Citizens in El Salvador
A publication for U.S. Citizens in El Salvador
Photograph by Joseph Leavitt
AROUND
LA LIBERTAD
The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) helps you stay safe in case of an emergency. By registering for
the STEP program, the U.S. Embassy can contact you in case of an emergency or natural disaster. It’s easy to use!
Help us help you make informed decisions while you travel. Create your account now, just click HERE
Smart Traveler Tips
Research your
destination country.
Check your passport
validity before booking
a flight.
Make a copy of your
passport to avoid
carrying the original
everywhere you go.
Have an emergency
contact.
Be aware of your
surroundings. In case of
an emergency contact
local authorities.
Less than 40 minutes away from the capital city of San Salvador you can smell the salt air as you
enter El Puerto de La Libertad. This city of fishermen and artisans was founded in 1824. Since then,
this beach-filled municipality has come a long way.
Recently, La Libertad re-branded as Surf City has gained worldwide attention becoming a must-
see destination for tourists, locals, and especially surfers. What is the appeal? The answer: unlimited
waves. El Salvador has consistent surf all year around, with waves suitable for all levels of surfers. If
you are a beginner, you might want to practice from December to February when the swell is
smaller.
Last June, Punta Roca was the main stage for the World Surf League’s Championship Tour 2024.
Athletes from all over the world came to test their surf skills riding the famous Salvadoran swell.
With surf tournaments and recent global events like the Miss Universe pageant and several high-
profile sports events and concerts, tourism is growing in El Salvador.
Surf City is not just a gem of a surf town on the Pacific coast, for many it’s just home. The home of
artisans, farmers, artists, and fishermen. The home of fresh fish, tortillas, and coconuts stands on the
side of the road, all an easy drive from San Salvador and Oscar Romero International Airport.
Click here, to get more information before traveling to El Salvador.
Photograph by Kevin Perez
PLAYA SEGURA
ROAD SAFETY
EMERGENCY CONTACTS
RECOMMENDATIONS
EARTHQUAKE ALERT
H o w e v e r , r o a d
c o n d i t i o n s , w e a t h e r
a n d l o c a l d r i v i n g c a n
b e d a n g e r o u s
s p e c i a l l y a t n i g h t .
T h e U . S . E m b a s s y i n
S a n S a l v a d o r
r e m i n d s t h e
c o m m u n i t y t o s t a y
a l e r t a n d b e
p r e p a r e d b e f o r e y o u
t r a v e l .
V i s i t t r a v e l . s t a t e . g o v
t o l e a r n m o r e a b o u t
D r i v i n g a n d R o a d
S a f e t y A b r o a d a n d
T r a v e l t o E l S a l v a d o r .
F o r m o r e
i n f o r m a t i o n o n r o a d
c o n d i t i o n s f r o m
l o c a l a u t h o r i t i e s y o u
c a n s c a n t h e
f o l l o w i n g Q R c o d e .
M a j o r h i g h w a y s
M a j o r h i g h w a y s
i n E l S a l v a d o r a r e
i n E l S a l v a d o r a r e
a m o n g t h e b e s t
a m o n g t h e b e s t
i n C e n t r a l
i n C e n t r a l
A m e r i c a .
A m e r i c a .
Vice Ministry of
Transportation in
El Salvador
MARN, Ministerio de Medio Ambiente in El Salvador
developed a new application called Alerta de Sismo.
This new app works along with 105 monitoring stations
across the country to receive accurate information of
earthquakes in real time. You can download it using the
following QR codes.
El Salvador has a stunning Pacific coastline. That is a
popular destination among locals and tourists.
Unfortunately these beautiful beaches can also be
dangerous.
Known for strong rip currents and dangerous water
conditions, we urge all citizens to stay safe at the beach
and check the current conditions before going into the
water.
Whether you are an experienced watersport athlete or
just looking to relax by the ocean, stay safe by checking
the beach warning flags or asking a local lifeguard
about conditions.
Visit El Salvador’s Ministry of Civil Protection website by
clicking here
EVENTS 2024
MED IC A L AS S IS TA N CE LEG AL AS SI S TA NC E TR A NS LA T OR S
UPCOMING EMBASSY
UPCOMING EMBASSY
CLOSURES
CLOSURES
LOCAL RESOURCES
If you are a U.S. citizen visiting or living in El Salvador and in need of medical assistance, legal assistance,
or translation services, you may find someone who can provide the service on the embassy website.
Please click on each icon for more information.
S O C I A L S E C U R I T Y
AD M I N I S T R A T I O N V I S I T
On May 2024, SSA Costa Rica visited
U.S. Embassy, San Salvador.
They assisted a total of 263 applicants.
The most solicited services were:
Retirement Benefits
First time social security number
Change to direct deposit
A UG U S T 5 & 6
F EA S T OF S AN S ALV A D OR
S EP T E MBE R 2
U .S . LAB O R D A Y
NOTE: This section contains information about local resources in El Salvador. The Department of State
assumes no responsibility or liability for the professional ability, reputation, or quality of services provided
by the entities or individuals whose names appear on the lists. Inclusion on these lists is not an
endorsement by the Department or the U.S. government.
30
July
Passport Acceptance in San Miguel
Our remote passport processing team will be
taking applications for passport renewal.
Place: Centro Cultural Salvadoreño Americano
in 10a Av. Norte y 10a Calle Oriente Barrio La
Cruz, San Miguel.
Time: 2:00pm to 5:00pm.
For passport services information click here
SSA Visit in San Salvador
Social Security Administration will
visit and provide their services at
our office. To schedule an
appointment click HERE or scan
the QR code.
19
August
VO T E R R E G I S T R A T I O N E V E N T
J U N E 2 0 2 4
The U.S. Embassy held a voter registration event June 13 at
Centro Cultural Salvadoreño Americano in San Salvador.
The American Citizen Services Team explained how to vote
and registered voters. There’s still time to register to vote!
For more information about voting abroad you may visit
FVAP.gov
O CT O B ER 1 4
C OL U M BUS D AY
N OV E M BER 2
A LL S OUL ’ S D A Y
The American Liaison Network is made up of +50 Community Liaison Volunteers (CLV), with at least two CLVs from
each of the 14 departments of El Salvador. The program is a key component of the Embassy’s efforts to ensure the
safety and security of U.S. citizens living in El Salvador. CLVs are not U.S. government employees, but rather local
community volunteers that help us better understand and provide support to our U.S. citizens living across the
country. Learn more and join us HERE.
American Legion Post One in El Salvador extends an
invitation to veterans from all U.S. services no matter when
and where you served to join their Post and take part in
their activities.
You can contact the Post Commander Alex Montenegro
via cell/WhatsApp at 7190-9475 or email him at
[email protected] to learn more.
Thank you for your service.
COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY LIAISON VOLUNTEERS
AMERICAN LEGION
On June 6, the American Citizens Services Unit, had its annual Community Liaison Volunteers (CLV).
conference. 27 volunteers attended to the event representing different areas of El Salvador. We greatly
appreciate their strong commitment to the community, energy, time and effort on behalf of Americans in
El Salvador.
Photo: CLV Annual Meeting, San Salvador - June 2024
P AS S P O RT
S ER V I C ES
N OT A R I AL
S ER V I C ES
R EP O R T O F B I R T H
A BR O A D
R EP O R T O F D E A T H
A BR O A D
C L I CK E A C H S E R VI CE B E L O W T O L EA R N M O R E
SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS
Mondays to Thursdays 8:00am to 11:30am
VOTING
ABROAD
You only need to provide your last U.S. address.
Passport Delivery
Passport Delivery
Did you know that even if you need
to come to the embassy for your
passport renewal, you can still get
your new passport delivered
through Cargo Expreso?
Deadline to vote October 15th, 2024
No appointment needed.
Please check deadlines and register online at
https://www.fvap.gov/ or visit us at the Embassy from:
