Republic of El Salvador (El Salvador)

Is a independent political entity in the continent of North America.

Its center lies at a latitude of 13.83333 and longitude of -88.91667.

Republic of El Salvador also goes by the names, An tSalvadoir, An tSalvadóir, El Salbador, El Salfador, El Salvador, En-san-va-go, En-san-va-đo, O Salvador - El Salvador, Republic of El Salvador, Republica de El Salvador, República de El Salvador, Sal'vado

The prodominant languages spoken are es-SV (Spanish) and its currency is the Dollar (USD), currently exchanging at 1 US Dollar = 0.63164 British Pound Sterling .

Republic of El Salvador currently has a population of 6052100 (estimate).

Republic of El Salvador's neighbouring countries are, Guatemala, Honduras, .

Regions within Republic of El Salvador

Largest Cities within Republic of El Salvador


Travel Advice Summary from British Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO)

Country: El Salvador

Published: Thu, 17 May 2012 09:55:00 GMT

Travel Summary

  • A new British Embassy will open in El Salvador shortly. Until then, the British Embassy in Guatemala City has overall responsibility for El Salvador. In the event of an emergency, the British Honorary Consul in San Salvador should be contacted for assistance. See General - Consular representation.

  • El Salvador has one of the highest crime rates in Latin America. You should take care if you need to travel in downtown San Salvador and on roads outside major towns and cities at night, and avoid wearing expensive jewellery or displaying items such as mobile phones and laptops when travelling or in public places. The main type of incident for which British nationals required consular assistance in El Salvador in 2010 was replacing lost and stolen passports as a result of pick-pocketing.

  • The rainy season in El Salvador normally runs from June to November; the 2012 rainy season is now beginning. Mountain areas are particularly vulnerable to landslides in the rainy season. Many roads can be affected by landslides and flooding and local travel disruptions are possible. You should monitor local media for specific advice on local travel restrictions, and avoid travelling on the roads during very heavy rainfall where possible.

  • There is a low threat from terrorism. But you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be in public areas, including those frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers.

  • We recommend that you obtain comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. See General - Insurance.

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