Passport Appointment Guatemala United States

The passport is essential for receiving protection and assistance from the Guatemalan government’s consular services in the United States. In situations of emergency, crisis, or humanitarian needs, the passport enables Guatemalan citizens to seek help at Guatemalan embassies and consulates.

Here you will find the most important information for accessing the Guatemalan passport. We’ll guide you on how to schedule a consular appointment and outline the essential requirements you need to know. Additionally, we’ll explain how to request a form and describe the passport renewal process.

What are the steps to apply for a passport?

The process to apply for a Guatemalan passport at the nearest consulate is outlined as follows:

1. Gather the required documentation.
2. Fill out the passport application form provided by the appropriate government authority.
3. Request an appointment.
4. Bring all required documents and the application form to the passport office.
5. Pay the application fee for the passport at the passport office or designated entity.
6. At the passport office, your fingerprints and photo will be taken to include in your passport.
7. Wait for processing, which can vary depending on the country and type of passport. It may take weeks or even months, depending on demand and the type of passport you are applying for.
8. Once your passport has been processed, you will receive a notification to pick it up at the passport office. Make sure to bring valid identification when you go to collect it.

Remember that the requirements and procedures are essential to obtain your Guatemalan passport at any of the Guatemalan consulates closest to your home.

Online Appointment for Guatemalan Passport

To request a passport appointment, follow these simple steps:

1. Click the button and look for the “Consular Appointments” option in the main menu.
2. Next, you will see an option to find the consulate nearest to your home.
3. Then, click on “schedule a consular appointment” in the search bar that appears.
4. Follow the steps provided:
   • Enter your email address and verify it with the code that will be sent to you.
   • Once verified, select the type of appointment.
   • Enter your CUI.
   • Then, select the type of service and complete the required information.
5. Finally, select the date for the consular appointment.

In this simple way, you will obtain your consular appointment to process the passport for the first time or renew it if it has expired.

Appointment to Renew Guatemalan Passport

To renew your passport if it has expired or is about to expire, or if you’ve had issues with your Guatemalan passport and need to renew it, please follow the instructions below.

• Make a consular appointment.
• Gather the specific documentation.
• Complete the form.
• Pay the passport fee.
• Go to the consulate with the required documents and requirements.
• Bring 2 passport-sized photos.

At the consulate, you will need to follow the instructions provided by the staff to efficiently complete your Guatemalan passport process.

Requirements to Apply for a Guatemalan Passport

The most important documents you need to have on hand for the complete passport application process are as follows:

• Valid identification, such as an identity card or national identification document.
• Birth certificate or document proving your citizenship.
• Passport-sized photos, usually in a specific format with quality requirements.
• Proof of payment of the passport fee.

Form to Apply for a Passport

Filling out the passport application form provided by the consular authority is very important because it includes all your personal details. The form can be obtained by requesting it at the consulate nearest to your residence.

Passport at Guatemalan Consulates in the United States

Here are the consulates to contact and obtain forms. Choose the one closest to your location:

What is the cost of a Guatemalan passport?

The cost of the Guatemalan passport varies depending on the type of passport and its validity period. Fees are set by the Guatemalan Consulate and the State. These prices are not fixed and are subject to change.

The current passport prices are as follows:

• Ordinary Passport (valid for 5 years): The cost is approximately $20.
• Ordinary Passport (valid for 10 years): The cost is approximately $40.
• Minor’s Passport: Passports for minors are usually less expensive than those for adults. Prices vary depending on the validity period (5 or 10 years).
• Special Passports: Diplomatic, official, and service passports have specific fees that vary by category and passport type.

Other procedures available at the Guatemalan consulates in the United States

These are the other procedures that you can perform in addition to the passport at the consulates of Guatemala in the United States