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Mexican Nationals Welcome to Donate!
B1/B2 visas and Border Crossing Cards are accepted. Ask your local center staff to learn more.
You’re Welcome Here
Grifols Plasma proudly welcomes Mexican national donors. We have over 20 Grifols Plasma centers located along the United States border in Texas, Arizona, and California. Each center has bilingual staff members to make your donation experience as simple as possible, and our Grifols donor compensation cards can be used in both the U.S. and Mexico!
Eligible donors with a B1/B2 visa (including a Border Crossing Card) can enter the United States to donate plasma!
Visit One of Our Grifols Plasma Donation Centers Near You:
Brownsville TX-E Elizabeth | Del Rio TX-S Main
Eagle Pass TX-E Rio Grand | Eagle Pass TX-S Adams
Edinburg TX-E University | Edinburg TX-S Jackson
Laredo TX-E Saunders | Laredo TX-Grant
Laredo TX-Hidalgo | McAllen TX-Bicentennial
McAllen TX-N 10th | Mission TX-W 9th
Calexico CA-E 2nd | Calexico CA-E 3rd
Chula Vista CA-Palomar | San Diego CA-El Cajon
Yuma AZ-S 4th | El Paso TX-Alameda
El Paso TX-Dyer | El Paso TX-N Carolina
El Paso TX-N Loop | El Paso TX-Texas
Las Cruces NM-S Main
Checklist to help your visit go smoothly
Your safety and peace of mind are always our top priorities, and we’re here to help make the donation process simple.
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Scheduling your donation in DonorHub™ can reduce wait time. Walk-ins are also welcome! |
This includes a valid photo I.D., Border Crossing Card (B-1/B-2 VISA/BBC) and proof of your current address. If your driver’s license or photo ID lists your address, this works. If not, you can show a paycheck stub with your current address or a recent utility bill (within 30 days). You can even bring a copy of your current lease. |
When asked about your plans, share accurate information, including that you’re donating plasma. You can also show your scheduled appointment in the DonorHub™ app. |
Eligibility Requirements
Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Can’t find an answer? Ask a member of your center’s staff or reach out to our DonorCare team.
Yes! We welcome donors with valid B-1/B-2 Visas or Border Crossing Cards.
1) Your B-1/B-2 Visa or Border Crossing Card
2) A valid photo I.D.
3) Proof of your current address. If your driver’s license or photo ID lists your address, this works. If not, you can show a paycheck stub with your current address, recent utility bill (within 30 days) or copy of your lease.
Yes. Your Grifols Plasma prepaid debit card works in both the United States and Mexico. Funds are deposited automatically after each donation and can be used right away.
Yes, all Grifols Plasma border centers feature bilingual (English and Spanish) staff members who will assist you in Spanish through registration, health screening, and your donation.
No. If you are a Mexican national donating with a valid B-1/B-2 Visa or Border Crossing Card, your visa document acts as your primary identification credential—no U.S. Social Security Number is required.
We have over 20 Grifols Plasma centers located along the United States border in Texas, Arizona and California. Click here to find the plasma donation center closest to you.
Under FDA guidelines, eligible donors can donate up to twice within a 7-day period, with at least 48 hours between donations.
Drink plenty of water or non-caffeinated beverages 2 to 3 hours before your visit, eat a healthy meal high in protein (avoiding high-fat foods), get a good night's sleep, and avoid alcohol prior to donating.
No. Your card is issued free of charge immediately following your donation. Funds are deposited automatically, and you can use the card at ATMs or retail stores across the U.S. and Mexico.
It's not required, but scheduling one ahead of time is recommended to reduce your wait time. Walk-ins are also welcome.
Mexican nationals with Border Crossing Card (B-1/B-2 VISA/BBC), U.S. Citizens with a Social Security Number, and Canadian residents with a SIN are eligible to donate plasma. All donors must also provide a valid photo ID, proof of their current address, and meet all other donation eligibility requirements.
Plasma donors must weigh at least 110 lbs (50kg), be in generally good health and be between 18 and 69 years old.
To begin your plasma journey, you will participate in a thorough screening process that starts with an initial medical exam. This crucial step ensures you meet the necessary health requirements. During every donation visit, we check your vital signs and ask you to complete a confidential health history questionnaire. We also take a small blood sample for essential screening tests—which check for proper Hematocrit levels (percent of red blood cells in your blood) and total protein levels. We guide you comfortably through these required safety checks at every step.
Donating plasma takes longer than donating blood because of the thorough health screening requirements and the process of separating the plasma from blood. The first plasma donation can take between two and two and a half hours. It includes a physical examination, comprehensive medical screening and testing, and verification of donor identification and local address. Return donations typically take between one and one and a half hours and include a donor health screening, donor verification and testing.