Hello everyone! I’m Elías X. Luna. I have lived in the United States for years and, like many of you, I know what it means to deal with paperwork, passports, and consular procedures far from our beloved Guatemala.
This portal is not an official page of the Guatemalan government. It is an independent informational resource for paisanos who need practical information about the Consulate of Guatemala in Miami, Florida.
Consular requirements, schedules, fees, and service arrangements can change. Information related to your specific case should be confirmed through official Guatemalan government channels before you travel.
Consulate Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Current Address | 999 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Suite 100, Coral Gables, FL 33134 |
| Phone | (305) 679-9945 / (305) 679-9946 |
| Consular Emergencies | (305) 319-1020 |
| consmiami@minex.gob.gt | |
| Office Hours | Confirm current public-service hours before traveling, especially around holidays or special consular events. |
| Passport, DPI, and TICG | Service is currently available with or without an appointment at the Miami consular office. |
| Passport Printing Center | The office has a CIP opened on April 21, 2026, allowing passports to be printed directly in Miami. |
How Can You Find the Consulate in Miami Without Getting Lost?
Miami is a busy city, and the streets around Coral Gables can be confusing if you are unfamiliar with the area. The interactive map can help you check the route to the consulate, while Street View can be useful for recognizing the building facade and nearby landmarks before you arrive.
Address and How to Get There
The consulate is located in Coral Gables, within Miami-Dade County. The address is 999 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Suite 100, Coral Gables, FL 33134. If you are driving, check a map application before leaving to review current traffic conditions and the most suitable route.
If you use public transportation, check current connections to Coral Gables on the day of your visit. If you are driving, allow additional time for parking and reaching the office.
Office Hours
Public-service hours may change because of holidays, special consular activities, or operational adjustments. If you are making a long trip, confirm the current hours through the consulate’s official channels before traveling.
Consular Saturdays and Mobile Consulates follow separate schedules and should not be treated as regular Miami office hours.
Phone and Contact
For general questions, you can call (305) 679-9945 or (305) 679-9946. Phone lines may be busy during periods of high demand.
You can also write to consmiami@minex.gob.gt for questions that do not require immediate attention.
For situations requiring urgent consular assistance, the emergency number published for the Miami office is (305) 319-1020. Routine questions about documents, fees, and requirements should be directed to the regular contact channels.
Service With or Without an Appointment
For passport, DPI, and Guatemalan Consular Identification Card (TICG) procedures, Guatemala’s consular network in the United States currently provides service with or without an appointment. Miami is not one of the Atlanta or Nashville offices where a prior appointment is temporarily required.
You may therefore visit the Miami office for these documentation procedures without scheduling an appointment first. If you prefer a scheduled visit, an appointment may be requested by telephone through the office’s official phone numbers. Appointments are personal, free, and non-transferable.
Mobile Consulate events follow a different rule and require an appointment in advance. Check the announcement for the specific event before traveling because the city, address, date, hours, and available services vary.
Other consular procedures may have their own service instructions. If you need a civil registry, legalization, notarial, or other service outside passport, DPI, and TICG procedures, check the requirements for that service before visiting.
Basic Requirements for Passport and DPI
Passport requirements depend on the applicant’s age and whether the procedure involves a first passport, renewal, lost passport, or another situation. For an adult applicant, the main documents may include:
- Original DPI. If you do not have a DPI, a current birth certificate showing the CUI number may be accepted when applicable.
- Proof of payment for the passport requested.
- Previous Guatemalan passport in renewal cases.
If the previous passport was lost, stolen, or is otherwise unavailable, additional documents may be required. DPI requirements also depend on whether the procedure is a first application, renewal, replacement, or update of personal information.
Passport Printing Center in Miami
On April 21, 2026, MINEX opened a Passport Printing Center (Centro de Impresión de Pasaportes, CIP) at the Consulate General of Guatemala in Miami. At the time of its opening, Miami became Guatemala’s 19th Passport Printing Center in the United States.
The center allows passports handled by the Miami office to be printed locally instead of relying in every case on another printing location. MINEX stated that the new capacity is intended to reduce delivery times and improve passport service for approximately 80,800 Guatemalans living in Florida.
Some applicants received their passports on the same day during the opening event. However, same-day delivery should not be treated as guaranteed for every application. Incomplete documentation, pending verification, additional review, or technical issues may extend the delivery time.
What the Miami CIP Means for Passport Applicants
- The office can print passports locally.
- Passport production does not have to depend in every case on another printing center.
- Delivery can be faster when the application is completed without pending issues.
- Identification, document, and payment requirements still apply.
- The final delivery time depends on the review and validation of each application.
Passport Fees
| Passport | Fee |
|---|---|
| 5-year Guatemalan passport | US$65 |
| 10-year Guatemalan passport | US$100 |
The 10-year passport is available to adults who meet the applicable conditions. Confirm the current payment method before purchasing a Money Order or using another form of payment.
Most Common Services
The Miami consulate handles several services for Guatemalan citizens within its consular jurisdiction. These include passport and DPI procedures, TICG services, and civil registry matters such as registrations of births, marriages, and deaths involving Guatemalan citizens.
Other services may include consular documentation, legalizations, assistance and protection, and other procedures authorized for the office. Availability and requirements depend on the service requested.
Before Your Visit
Bring your documents neatly organized in a folder and include any copies required for your procedure. Check that names, dates, CUI numbers, and other identifying information match across your documents.
If you use walk-in service for a passport, DPI, or TICG procedure, waiting time may vary depending on demand and the office’s service capacity that day. If you choose a scheduled appointment, allow enough time to park and locate the office.
If your procedure includes a photograph or biometric capture, avoid accessories that may need to be removed, such as dark glasses or items that cover part of the face.
If you are applying for a passport, ask how delivery will work once your application has been reviewed. Miami has had local passport printing since April 2026, but the delivery time depends on the application being completed and validated.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I Go to the Miami Consulate Without an Appointment?
Yes. Passport, DPI, and TICG procedures are currently available both with and without an appointment at the Miami office. If you prefer a scheduled visit, you may request an appointment by telephone.
Do I Need an Appointment for a Mobile Consulate?
Yes. Mobile Consulate events require an appointment in advance. Check the official announcement before traveling to confirm the location, hours, and available procedures.
Does Miami Have a Passport Printing Center?
Yes. The Miami CIP opened on April 21, 2026. At the time it opened, it was Guatemala’s 19th Passport Printing Center in the United States and allowed passports to be printed directly at the Miami office.
Will I Receive My Passport the Same Day?
Local printing can reduce delivery times, and an application completed without pending issues may be delivered more quickly. Same-day delivery is not guaranteed for every applicant because some cases require additional validation or review.
How Many Guatemalans Are Expected to Benefit From the Miami CIP?
MINEX stated that the center is expected to improve passport service for approximately 80,800 Guatemalans living in Florida.
How Much Does It Cost to Make a Consular Appointment?
Consular appointments are free. There is no need to pay an intermediary for access to an appointment. Documents and procedures may have their own official fees.
What Documents Should I Bring for a Passport or DPI Procedure?
Requirements depend on the type of application. For an adult passport, the main documents may include the original DPI or, when applicable, a current birth certificate showing the CUI number, proof of payment, and the previous passport for a renewal. DPI procedures have their own requirements depending on the case.
What Should I Do if I Have an Urgent Consular Situation?
For urgent consular assistance, call (305) 319-1020. For an immediate medical, police, or safety emergency in the United States, call 911 first.
Official Sources
- Consulate General of Guatemala in Miami — Embassy of Guatemala in the United States — official address, telephone numbers, email, emergency number, and consular jurisdiction.
- Consulate General of Guatemala in Miami — MINEX — official consular directory information.
- Guatemala Opens Passport Printing Center in Miami, Florida — MINEX — official April 21, 2026 announcement covering the Miami CIP, expected population served, and reduced passport delivery times.
- Guatemala’s Consular Network in the United States Continues Walk-In Service — official information on appointment and walk-in service for passport, DPI, and TICG procedures, including the Atlanta and Nashville exceptions.
- Telephone Scheduling for Consular Appointments in the United States — MINEX — official information about telephone scheduling for people who prefer an appointment.
- Guatemalan Passports Abroad — Instituto Guatemalteco de Migración — passport requirements and fees for Guatemalans abroad.
- Mobile Consulates and Consular Saturdays — MINEX — schedules and announcements for special consular service events.
