Hello, I am Elías X. Luna. I am Guatemalan, lived in Guatemala for many years, and now handle many of the same consular matters as other Guatemalans living in the United States: passport renewals, DPI procedures, civil registry documents, and questions about what paperwork to bring before making a trip to the consulate.
This page provides practical information about the Consulate of Guatemala in Nashville, Tennessee, including its location, contact details, service area, appointment rules, and common procedures.
This site is independent and not official. It is not affiliated with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MINEX), the Guatemalan Institute of Migration (IGM), or the Government of Guatemala. Requirements, fees, hours, and service arrangements can change, so details related to a specific case should be confirmed through official government channels.
Consulate Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Official name | Consulate General of Guatemala in Nashville, Tennessee, United States |
| Address | 1645 Murfreesboro Pike, Suite M, Nashville, TN 37217 |
| Phone numbers | (615) 988-8624, (615) 988-8626, (615) 988-8627 |
| Emergency line | (629) 629-5259 |
| consnashville@minex.gob.gt | |
| Reported office hours | Public-service hours have been listed as 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. as a reference. Confirm current hours before visiting. |
| Consular jurisdiction | Tennessee, designated counties in Kentucky, and designated counties in Mississippi. |
| Passport, DPI, and TICG appointments | Prior appointment required in Nashville until further notice. Appointments are requested by telephone through the official consular numbers. |
| Common services | Passport, DPI, Guatemalan Consular Identification Card, civil registry, consular documentation, assistance, and protection. |
What to Check Before Going to the Consulate
The Nashville consulate handles more than document issuance. Services include consular documentation, civil registry procedures, identification services, and consular assistance or protection. Each procedure has its own requirements, so identify the exact service you need before preparing your paperwork.
Where It Is Located and Which Areas It Serves
The office is located at 1645 Murfreesboro Pike, Suite M, Nashville, TN 37217. The current MINEX directory lists the entire state of Tennessee along with designated counties in Kentucky and Mississippi within the Nashville consular jurisdiction.
If you live outside Nashville, check the current jurisdiction before making a long trip. The official MINEX directory provides the county list and should be used when there is any doubt about which consulate serves your address.
Common Procedures
Official information for the Nashville office includes services related to passports, DPI, Guatemalan Consular Identification Cards, civil registry, consular documentation, assistance, and protection.
Passport, DPI, and TICG procedures are subject to Nashville’s current appointment requirement. Civil registry and other services can have their own document lists and service instructions, so check the requirements for the particular procedure before visiting.
Appointment Requirement in Nashville
Nashville is one of the exceptions to the general walk-in policy used by Guatemala’s consular network in the United States. MINEX specifically states that Nashville, Tennessee, and Atlanta, Georgia require a prior appointment until further notice for documentation procedures such as passport, DPI, and the Guatemalan Consular Identification Card (TICG).
For Nashville, do not rely on general notices stating that passport, DPI, and TICG services across the United States are available without an appointment. The Nashville-specific exception remains the applicable instruction unless MINEX publishes a new notice changing it.
Appointments are requested by telephone through the official consular numbers. MINEX states that appointment requests in the United States are handled by phone and that appointments are personal, free, and non-transferable.
Mobile Consulate events also require an appointment in advance. Each event has its own location, date, hours, and available procedures, so check the announcement for the specific event before traveling.
How to Request an Appointment
Use one of the official Nashville telephone numbers: (615) 988-8624, (615) 988-8626, or (615) 988-8627. MINEX’s U.S. appointment policy states that appointment requests are handled by telephone through each consular office.
Older instructions that direct applicants only to an online passport appointment portal should not be used as the main Nashville scheduling instruction. Confirm the appointment by telephone with the office and follow any additional directions provided for your procedure.
Passport Requirements
For an adult Guatemalan passport processed abroad, 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 documentation such as a report or consular declaration may be required. Procedures involving minors have separate requirements for parents, legal representatives, and supporting documents.
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.
If Your Procedure Is Civil Registry or Consular Protection
Civil registry procedures may involve birth, marriage, or death records, depending on the case. Requirements vary according to the type of registration and the documents issued in Guatemala or the United States.
Consular protection follows a different process from routine documentation. If the matter involves detention, hospitalization, death, disappearance, repatriation, or another urgent situation, contact the consulate directly. The published emergency line is (629) 629-5259.
What to Bring on the Day of Your Appointment
Bring the documents required for your procedure in an organized form. Originals and copies should be readable, current when required, and consistent with one another.
- Your appointment confirmation or the information provided when the appointment was scheduled.
- The identification document required for your procedure.
- Original documents in good condition.
- Readable photocopies when requested.
- Proof of payment when applicable.
- Your previous passport if you are renewing it.
- Additional documentation required for minors, lost documents, name differences, or other special cases.
Check names, surnames, birth dates, CUI numbers, and other identifying information before leaving home. Differences between records can delay a procedure while the information is reviewed.
Saturday Consular Services and Mobile Consulates
MINEX organizes Saturday Consular Services and Mobile Consulates to provide additional access to consular procedures. Nashville appears in official consular service schedules, but dates and available services vary.
A Saturday Consular Service should not be treated as a permanent extension of weekday hours. Check the current announcement to confirm the date, location, services offered, and whether your procedure requires any advance step.
Mobile Consulates always require an appointment. Do not travel to a mobile event without confirming your appointment and the documents required for the service being offered.
Before Your Visit
Bring the Exact Document Requested
An old copy, a photograph of a document, or a similar record may not satisfy the requirement. Check the exact document name and whether an original, certified copy, or ordinary photocopy is required.
Use the Current Appointment Method
For Nashville, passport, DPI, and TICG applicants should follow the current telephone appointment procedure. Do not assume that an older online appointment route is still the correct way to schedule service at this office.
Check Hours Before Traveling
Public-service hours have been reported as 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. as a reference. Holidays, special service days, or operational changes can affect office hours, so confirm them before making a long trip.
Keep Physical and Digital Copies
A digital copy does not replace an original when the original is required, but keeping a secure photo or PDF can be useful for checking document numbers, dates, payment receipts, and other information during the procedure.
Contact the Office Before Traveling for Special Cases
Lost passports, name discrepancies, procedures involving minors, powers of attorney, late civil registrations, or other non-standard cases may require additional documents. Contact the office before traveling if the published requirements do not clearly cover your situation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Is the Consulate of Guatemala in Nashville?
The official address is 1645 Murfreesboro Pike, Suite M, Nashville, TN 37217.
What Is the Consulate’s Phone Number?
The official directory lists (615) 988-8624, (615) 988-8626, and (615) 988-8627. The email address is consnashville@minex.gob.gt.
What Is the Emergency Number?
The emergency contact published for the Nashville office is (629) 629-5259. Routine questions about passports, appointments, or requirements should use the regular office numbers.
What Hours Does the Consulate Follow?
Public-service hours have been reported as 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. as a reference. Confirm current hours before visiting, especially around holidays or special service days.
Do I Need an Appointment for a Passport in Nashville?
Yes. Nashville is specifically listed by MINEX as an exception to the general U.S. walk-in policy. A prior appointment is required until further notice for passport, DPI, and TICG procedures.
How Do I Make an Appointment in Nashville?
Appointments are requested by telephone through the official Nashville consular numbers. Appointments are free, personal, and non-transferable.
Do I Need an Appointment for a Mobile Consulate?
Yes. Mobile Consulate events require an appointment in advance. Check the event announcement for its location, hours, and available services before traveling.
What Documents Are Required for an Adult Passport?
The main requirements may include an original DPI or, when applicable, a current birth certificate showing the CUI number, proof of payment, and the previous Guatemalan passport for a renewal. Additional documents may be required for lost, stolen, or unavailable passports.
How Much Does a Guatemalan Passport Cost?
The current IGM fee is US$65 for a 5-year passport and US$100 for a 10-year passport available to eligible adults.
Does the Nashville Consulate Have Saturday Consular Services?
MINEX publishes schedules for Saturday Consular Services, and Nashville appears in official service calendars. Check the current schedule for the exact date and procedures available.
Official Sources
- Consulate General of Guatemala in Nashville, Tennessee — MINEX — current address, telephone numbers, jurisdiction, and consular directory information updated in 2026.
- Consulate General of Guatemala in Nashville — Embassy of Guatemala in the United States — address, telephone numbers, email, emergency contact, and consular information.
- Guatemala’s Consular Network in the United States Continues Walk-In Service — official MINEX notice identifying Nashville and Atlanta as exceptions where a prior appointment remains required until further notice.
- Telephone Scheduling for Consular Appointments in the United States — MINEX — official instructions for telephone appointment scheduling and the Nashville exception.
- Guatemalan Passports Abroad — Instituto Guatemalteco de Migración — passport requirements and fees for Guatemalans abroad.
- Passport Fee Schedule — Instituto Guatemalteco de Migración — official passport fees.
- Mobile Consulates and Saturday Consular Services — MINEX — official schedules for special consular service events.
