I am Elías X. Luna, Guatemalan at heart, and for years I have followed how Guatemala’s consular procedures work in the United States. Passport renewals, DPI procedures, civil registry documents, and appointment questions are much easier to handle when the current requirements are checked before making the trip.
This page provides practical information about the Consulate General of Guatemala in Raleigh, North Carolina, including its location, service area, common procedures, passport fees, and current appointment arrangements.
This site is not an official government page. It is an independent informational resource for the community. Requirements, fees, hours, service arrangements, and payment methods may change, so information related to a specific case should be confirmed through official government channels.
Raleigh Consulate Information
| Detail | Information | Useful Note |
|---|---|---|
| Official name | Consulate General of Guatemala in Raleigh, North Carolina | Part of Guatemala’s consular network in the United States. |
| Address | 6050 Six Forks Rd., Raleigh, North Carolina 27609 | Check your route before leaving, especially if you are coming from another city. |
| Phone numbers | (984) 200-1601 and (984) 200-2411 | The second number is also listed as an emergency contact. |
| Fax | (984) 200-1726 | Part of the official office information. |
| consraleigh@minex.gob.gt | Useful for questions about services or unusual cases. | |
| Consulate website | consraleigh.minex.gob.gt | Check for local notices before traveling. |
| Emergency number | (984) 200-2411 | Use for situations requiring urgent consular assistance. |
| Consular jurisdiction | North Carolina and South Carolina | The Raleigh office officially serves both states. |
| Reference office hours | Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. | Confirm current hours before traveling. |
| Passport, DPI, and TICG | Service with or without an appointment | Raleigh is not one of the Atlanta or Nashville exceptions. Appointments are available by telephone for people who prefer scheduled service. |
Which Consulate Serves North Carolina and South Carolina?
The Raleigh office officially serves North Carolina and South Carolina. If you live in either state, this is normally the office assigned to consular services within its jurisdiction.
Passport, DPI, TICG, civil registry, legalizations, and consular protection are different procedures and may require different documents. Identify the exact service you need before preparing your paperwork.
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. Raleigh is not one of the Atlanta or Nashville offices where a prior appointment remains required until further notice.
You may therefore visit Raleigh for these three documentation services without scheduling an appointment first. If you prefer a scheduled visit, MINEX states that appointments at U.S. consular offices are requested by telephone through the official office numbers. Appointments are personal, free, and non-transferable.
Mobile Consulate events require an appointment in advance. Each event has its own city, address, date, hours, and list of available services.
Civil registry, legalizations, special travel passes, and other services may have different service instructions. Check the procedure before traveling.
Documents to Prepare
Bring the documents required for your particular service and check that identifying information matches across your records.
Recommended Basic Folder
- Original DPI when applicable.
- Readable copies when required.
- Previous passport for a renewal.
- Proof of payment when applicable.
- Appointment confirmation if you chose scheduled service.
- RENAP certificates when required for the procedure.
- Additional documentation when the previous passport was lost, stolen, or is unavailable.
If your case involves different names, reversed surnames, data errors, or records issued many years apart, ask what supporting documentation is needed before traveling.
Common Procedures in Raleigh
Services associated with this office include:
- Issuance and renewal of Guatemalan passports.
- DPI procedures.
- Guatemalan Consular Identification Card (TICG).
- Civil registry registrations and related services.
- Special travel passes.
- Legalizations and document guidance.
- Consular assistance and protection.
Availability and document requirements vary by service. For less common procedures, contact the office before making a long trip.
Passport Requirements and Correct Fees Abroad
Basic Requirements for Adults
For a Guatemalan passport processed abroad, the main requirements for an adult may include an original DPI or, when applicable, a current birth certificate showing the CUI number, proof of payment, and the previous passport for a renewal.
If the previous passport was lost, stolen, or is unavailable, additional documentation may be required depending on the circumstances. Check the exact requirements before visiting if your case is not a standard renewal.
Official Passport Fees at Consular Missions
The Guatemalan Institute of Migration distinguishes between passports issued inside Guatemala and documents issued through Guatemalan diplomatic or consular missions abroad.
- 5-year ordinary passport abroad: US$65.
- 10-year ordinary passport abroad: US$100 for adults who meet the applicable conditions.
The US$50 5-year fee and US$85 10-year fee apply to ordinary passports processed inside Guatemala. They should not be used as the passport fees for the Consulate of Guatemala in Raleigh.
Confirming the Payment Method
Instructions stating that payment must be made exclusively through Banrural belong to the passport process used inside Guatemala and should not be presented as the general payment method for a U.S. consular office.
Before purchasing a Money Order, using a card, or preparing another form of payment, confirm with the Raleigh office the accepted payment method, exact amount, and payee instructions when applicable. The official passport fee and the method used to pay it are separate pieces of information.
If Your Passport Was Lost or Stolen
If you no longer have the previous passport because it was lost, stolen, or is otherwise unavailable, additional requirements may apply, such as a report or consular declaration depending on the case. Confirm what documentation is required before traveling.
If You Live in South Carolina
Because Raleigh also covers South Carolina, some applicants travel several hours to reach the permanent office. Check whether a Mobile Consulate or other special service event is scheduled closer to your location before making the trip.
Raleigh has also participated in Saturday Consular Services. Dates and available procedures vary, so do not assume every service will be offered.
Before Your Visit
- Bring the originals and copies required for your procedure.
- Check the exact address and route before leaving.
- For passport service, remember that the correct consular fee is US$65 for 5 years or US$100 for 10 years.
- Do not automatically follow Banrural instructions intended for passport procedures inside Guatemala.
- Confirm the accepted payment method before making any payment.
- If you choose scheduled service, confirm the appointment details by telephone.
- If you use walk-in service for a passport, DPI, or TICG procedure, waiting time may vary according to demand.
- If your case involves minors, custody, lost documents, or record discrepancies, check the additional requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which States Does the Consulate of Guatemala in Raleigh Serve?
It officially serves North Carolina and South Carolina. If you live in either state, this is normally the office assigned to services within its jurisdiction.
Do I Need an Appointment for a Passport in Raleigh?
No prior appointment is required for passport, DPI, and TICG procedures in Raleigh. These services are currently available with or without an appointment. If you prefer scheduled service, you may request an appointment by telephone.
How Much Does a Guatemalan Passport Cost in Raleigh?
The fee schedule for Guatemalan diplomatic and consular missions abroad sets the fee at US$65 for a 5-year passport and US$100 for a 10-year passport available to eligible adults.
Do the US$50 and US$85 Passport Fees Apply in Raleigh?
No. Those fees apply to ordinary passports processed inside Guatemala. Passports issued through Guatemalan diplomatic or consular missions abroad use the US$65 and US$100 fees.
Do I Have to Pay for My Passport Exclusively Through Banrural?
That instruction should not be assumed to apply to the Raleigh consulate. Banrural payment instructions are associated with the passport process inside Guatemala. Confirm the accepted payment method directly with the Raleigh office before paying.
What Do I Need to Renew My Passport as an Adult?
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 passport. Lost, stolen, or unavailable passports may require additional documentation.
Can I Complete Procedures There if I Live in South Carolina?
Yes. The Consulate General of Guatemala in Raleigh also covers South Carolina. MINEX may also schedule Mobile Consulates or special service events within that jurisdiction.
What Are the Consulate’s Hours in Raleigh?
Public-service hours have been listed as Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. as a reference. Confirm current hours before traveling because holidays or special events may affect the schedule.
Official Sources
- Consulate General of Guatemala in Raleigh, North Carolina — MINEX — current address, telephone numbers, fax, email, and consular jurisdiction updated in 2026.
- Consulate General of Guatemala in Raleigh — Embassy of Guatemala in the United States — official contact and office information.
- Passport Fee Schedule — Guatemalan Institute of Migration — fees for passports processed inside Guatemala and through diplomatic or consular missions abroad.
- Guatemalan Passports Abroad — IGM — passport requirements and fees for applications outside Guatemala.
- 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.
- Telephone Scheduling for Consular Appointments in the United States — MINEX — appointment method for people who prefer scheduled service.
- Mobile Consulates and Saturday Consular Services — MINEX — official calendar for special consular service events.
