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The Consulate General of the State of Qatar was first opened in Houston- Texas in 1997, where Houston is the economical capital, particularly in the energy sector of the U.S. The city overlooks the Gulf of Mexico and is the hub for more than 90 diplomatic missions representing different countries.
The Consulate General has jurisdiction over the states of Kansas, Georgia, Florida, Colorado, Alabama, Texas, Tennessee, Oklahoma City, New Mexico, Mississippi, and Louisiana.
Consulate General of the United Arab Emirates in Houston offers a variety of services including medical assistance, passport services and ID renewal.
The mission is to develop and sustain, in coordination with the Embassy in Washington, DC, partnerships and exciting new projects with American academic institutions and companies.
Consulate General Of Egypt Houston has jurisdiction over the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas.
Royal Consulate General Of Saudi Arabia In Houston, Texas has jurisdiction over the states of Arkansas, Oklahoma, Iowa, Texas, Dakota South, North Dakota, Florida, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Minnesota, Nebraska, Wisconsin, and Illinois.
The Consulate of Ecuador in Houston has jurisdiction in the States of Texas, Louisiana, Kansas, Arkansas and Oklahoma. Provides consular services to the Ecuadorian community residing in these States, such as: Issuance of passports, notarial acts (powers of attorney), issuance of various civil registry documents. Additionally, it attends and processes visa requests for foreign citizens who wish to travel to Ecuador for tourist purposes or to reside temporarily or permanently.
Finally, the Consulate of Ecuador in Houston, being a border, provides assistance services for the location of Ecuadorian citizens who, in their attempt to enter the United States, are missing, detained, have suffered an accident or, unfortunately, they have passed away.
The Consulate of Bolivia in Houston, Texas was formally re-opened in May of 2014. The Consulate is dependent on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bolivia, which has the function of representing and protecting the interests of the Plurinational State of Bolivia and its citizens who are abroad. So without any fear of exclusion, all Bolivian citizen has the right to be assisted by their consulates and access its services.
Functions of the consulate:
- Represent and protect all Bolivians and interests giving attention and cooperation within the framework of respect for the laws and authorities.
- To promote trade, economic, cultural and scientific relations.
- Acting as Notary Public and Civil Registration Officers.
- The Consulate exercises its functions while it observes the laws of the receiving State.
- Cooperate to know the fate of missing citizens and assisting the jailed or detained or ensuring that they are guaranteed full rights of defense at their trial.
- Perform registration and certification; grant Safe-conducts travel documents, issue Certificates and Travel Authorizations for Minors.
- Act in cases of repatriation of Bolivians.
The jurisdiction of the Consulate General of Chile in Houston comprises the following States: Texas, New México, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Mississippi and Louisiana.
The consular functions are determined by the Convention of Vienna on Consular Relations of 1967 and the Consular Regulation of Chile, Decree Law Nº 172 of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Some of the functions incumbent on our Consuls are the following:
- Protecting in the Receiving State the rights and interests of the State of Chile and its nationals, both individuals and bodies corporate, within the limits permitted by International Law;
- Acting as Notary Public;
- Issuing passports and travel documents to Chilean nationals of its circumscription or passing by;
- Helping and assisting helpless nationals;
- Safeguarding the interests of nationals, both individuals and bodies corporate; safeguard the interests of minors.
- Safeguarding the fair and equal treatment of nationals within the receiving State, if applicable;
- Transmitting judicial and extrajudicial documents or executing letters rogatory in accordance with the laws and regulations of the receiving State.
The Colombian consulates were created with the purpose of protecting, informing and looking after the interests of Colombian citizens abroad; and likewise, guide and collaborate with foreigners who visit Colombia in the procedures established by Colombian laws. These offices are in charge of different legal procedures that help any Colombian or foreigner to have the documents and procedures corresponding to each country.
It is important to keep in mind that each Consulate must comply with the same program of activities as stipulated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Colombia, but modifications may be made due to the laws established in the country where its headquarters are located.
The Colombian State, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has established the operation of the Houston consulate in the United States. This consulate serves Colombians and foreigners located in the Circumscription in the States of Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana and Oklahoma.
All nationals and foreigners who are in the previous Circumscription, have access to the services of this consulate without the need to resort to intermediaries.
Attorney Steven K. Schwartz II is the founding member of The Schwartz Law Firm, PLLC a Probate and Estate Planning Law Firm with offices in Houston (principal office), and Dallas, Texas.
He represents clients with a wide range of probate issues including probate of a will, probate without a will, will contests, fiduciary litigation, estate administration, disputes among heirs, protecting the rights of a surviving spouse, mortgage and property tax foreclosures on estate property, guardianships, and estate planning needs.
A graduate of Rutgers State University and Texas Southern University’s historic Thurgood Marshall School of Law, he is a member of the Texas State Bar College and recognized as a Trial Advocate by the National Institute of Trial Advocacy and a recognized Top 100 by National Black Lawyers.
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A sweeping tale of the Buendía family in Macondo, where history, love, and magical realism reveal life’s endless cycles.
Step into the mythical town of Macondo as we read Gabriel García Márquez’s masterpiece One Hundred Years of Solitude. This landmark novel weaves together magical realism, history, and family drama to tell the multigenerational saga of the Buendía family. With its unforgettable imagery — from yellow butterflies to haunted ancestors — the book captures themes of love, loss, solitude, and the endless cycles of time.
In our discussion, we’ll explore how Márquez blends fantasy and reality, how solitude shapes destiny, and why this novel is considered one of the greatest works of world literature. Perfect for readers who enjoy rich storytelling and timeless themes that resonate across generations.
Join us for the largest monthly gathering of small black businesses and entrepreneurs - BLCK Market. Live music, food and great vibes.
Welcome to the BLCK Market - Pop Up Shop at East River Houston! Join us every 3rd Saturday for a day filled with unique finds and local treasures. East River Houston will be buzzing with energy and excitement as vendors showcase their one-of-a-kind products. From handmade crafts to vintage clothing, there's something for everyone at our pop-up shop. Don't miss out on this opportunity to support small businesses and discover hidden gems. See you there!
