Mexican Passports in Texas: 50% Discount Available via Mobile Consulates Until September 4

Texas – Mexican citizens residing in Texas have an opportunity to obtain or renew their passports at a discounted rate through the "consulado sobre ruedas" (mobile consulate) services. These mobile units will be operational in Kaufman and Houston, offering a 50% reduction on passport fees for eligible individuals.

The mobile consulate service in Kaufman is scheduled from Monday, August 24, to Friday, August 28, located at the First Baptist Church. Appointments for this session began becoming available on Wednesday, August 19. In Houston, the service will be available at St. John Neumann Catholic Church from Monday, August 24, extending through Friday, September 4.

These mobile units are designed to reach Mexican communities in various areas. For those in North Texas, permanent consular offices in Dallas and San Antonio remain available. Securing an appointment is mandatory for the mobile services and can be done free of charge via phone or WhatsApp at 1 (424) 309-0009, or through the MiConsulado online platform. Appointments are released progressively on the Wednesday preceding each service period.

The 50% discount applies to individuals aged 60 and over, and those who can prove a disability. Standard passport fees vary based on the validity period. Emergency passports incur an additional 30% surcharge. Applicants must present their previous passport and a valid official photo ID, such as a voter ID or consular ID. For passports issued before 2016, additional documentation proving Mexican nationality, like a birth certificate, may be required.