Visa requirements

El Salvador

General visa requirements for travelling to El Salvador. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

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Diplomatic visa (Diplomatic Passport Visa Exemption)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa free

• Maximum stay: 90 days
• Processing time: N/A - no application required
• Fee: Free
• Validity: 90 days
• Entry: Single entry

Diplomatic and official passport holders from these countries enjoy visa-free access. Regular passport holders from these countries may still require visas. Reciprocal agreements in place.

Eligibility

• Nationality

  Diplomatic, official, or service passport holders from Belarus, Bolivia, Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Egypt, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, Indonesia, Jamaica, Jordan, Kenya, Montenegro, Morocco, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Peru, Philippines, Serbia, Suriname, Thailand, Venezuela, and Vietnam.

  Eligible countries: Belarus, Bolivia (Plurinational State of), Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Egypt, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, Indonesia, Jamaica, Jordan, Kenya, Montenegro, Morocco, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Peru, Philippines, Serbia, Suriname, Thailand, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), Viet Nam

• Purpose of visit

  Diplomatic mission, official government business, and international organization activities.

  Includes

  • Diplomatic mission
  • official government business
  • international organization

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

• Visa fee payment

  Amount: $0 USD

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Prepare diplomatic credentials including valid diplomatic, official, or service passport.

This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.