The Government of Spain has approved the establishment of an Honorary Consulate in Puerto Vallarta, with jurisdiction over municipalities in the states of Jalisco and Nayarit, including Puerto Vallarta, Bahía de Banderas, Compostela, and San Blas.
Until now, Spanish citizens in this area of the Mexican Pacific coast depended on the Consulate General in Guadalajara, located more than 350 km away. The opening of this new Consulate responds to the growing Spanish community in the region—made up of residents, entrepreneurs, and professionals—as well as the steady increase in tourism from Spain.
You can access the full ministerial order published in the Official State Gazette (BOE) here:
⏺️ Honorary Consulate in Puerto Vallarta: services
The creation of the Honorary Consulate in Puerto Vallarta is a significant development for Spaniards residing in or traveling to the Pacific coast of Mexico. This new Consulate will meet the consular needs of those living in Jalisco and Nayarit, eliminating the need for long trips to Guadalajara.
Spanish citizens in the region will be able to carry out procedures in Puerto Vallarta such as:
- Renewal or issuance of passports
- Legalization of official documents
- Applications and processes related to visas
- Assistance in consular emergencies (accidents, hospitalizations, detentions, or natural disasters)
Thanks to this new Consulate, the Spanish community in Mexico will benefit from a more accessible service in a key area known for its tourism and the increasing presence of Spanish businesses.
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