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Guatemala Passport Renewal in USA 2026: Requirements, Fees & Consulates

Country-specific renewal information, document guidance, fees, processing considerations, and U.S.-based consular submission information.

Consular Authority Info

Official Processing Authority:Instituto Guatemalteco de Migración (IGM) / Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de Guatemala (MINEX) / Guatemalan Diplomatic & Consular Missions in the United States

2026 Official Consular Fee Schedule

Passport Type / ServiceU.S. Consular Fee (USD)Validity / Notes
Adult Ordinary Passport (5-Year)$65.00 USD5 Years — Adults & Minors
Adult Ordinary Passport (10-Year)$100.00 USD10 Years — Adults Only (Minors not eligible)
Passport Extension (18 Months)$0.00 USD (Free) — minimum 2 blank pages, one-time per passportPost-2013 passport, min. 2 blank pages, one-time only
Passport Extension (3 Years)$25.00 USD — minimum 4 blank pages, one-time per passportPost-2013 passport, min. 4 blank pages, one-time only
Consular Appointment Booking$0.00 USD (Free via official MINEX consular channels / ConsulApp Guate)

• Overseas vs. Domestic Tariff: Always use the $65 / $100 overseas consular tariff for U.S. applications. The $50 / $85 domestic Guatemala rates apply only to IGM centers inside Guatemala.
• Payment Methods: Money Order (most common at U.S. consulates); Cash (at some consular offices — confirm locally); Other methods as specified by the local consulate.
• Same-Day CIP Centers: As of Aug 2026, MINEX operates 20 passport-printing centers (CIP) across the U.S. — same-day issuance where available.

🚀 Step-by-Step Application Process

1
Identify Your Jurisdictional Guatemalan ConsulateDetermine which of the 26 Guatemalan consulates serves your U.S. state of residence before booking an appointment.
2
Check Whether the Consulate Has a CIP CenterIf same-day passport issuance is important, confirm whether your consulate is one of MINEX's 20 Centros de Impresión de Pasaportes (CIP).
3
Book Free Appointment via ConsulApp Guate / MINEXSchedule through the official MINEX app (ConsulApp Guate) or MINEX consular portal. Appointments are 100% free.
4
Decide: Full Renewal or ExtensionIf your passport was issued post-2013, has blank pages, and data has not changed, you may qualify for the extension service ($0 for 18-mo; $25 for 3-yr) instead of a full renewal.
5
Verify Your DPI ValidityEnsure your DPI is original and valid. If unavailable, obtain a recent RENAP birth certificate with CUI (issued within 6 months).
6
Attend In-Person Appointment with OriginalsBring your previous passport, valid DPI (or RENAP birth cert with CUI), and correct fee payment.
7
Pay the Consular FeePay $65 (5-year) or $100 (10-year adult) via Money Order or method accepted at your specific consulate.
8
Complete Biometric Enrollment On-SiteDigital photo and biometric data are captured by consular staff at the appointment.
9
Receive Passport (Same-Day at CIP Centers)At CIP-enabled consulates, your new passport is issued during the same visit upon approval.

📋 Document Checklist

The following documents are required for this country's renewal application. Confirm specific requirements before submitting originals.

Previous Guatemalan passport (original, for renewal)
Original valid DPI (Documento Personal de Identificación)
If DPI is unavailable: Recent RENAP birth certificate with CUI (Código Único de Identificación), issued within 6 months
Consular fee: $65.00 USD (5-year) or $100.00 USD (10-year) via Money Order or accepted payment
Confirmed consular appointment via ConsulApp Guate or MINEX official channels
Critical Consular Guidelines & Warnings
  • USE OVERSEAS FEE ($65/$100): The consular tariff for U.S. applications is $65 (5-yr) / $100 (10-yr). The $50/$85 domestic Guatemala rates do NOT apply.
  • 10-YEAR PASSPORT IS ADULTS ONLY: Minors can only receive the 5-year ordinary passport at $65.
  • EXTENSION ≠ RENEWAL: Passport extension (18-month free or 3-year for $25) is a separate procedure — passport must be post-2013, undamaged, no data changes, one-time only.
  • SAME-DAY NOT GUARANTEED EVERYWHERE: Only the 20 CIP-equipped consulates can issue passports the same day. Non-CIP consulates have longer timelines.
  • DPI IS PRIMARY: An original valid DPI is required. If no DPI, bring a RENAP birth certificate with CUI issued within 6 months.
  • APPOINTMENTS ARE FREE: ConsulApp Guate and MINEX channels are 100% free — never pay third-party brokers.
  • LOST PASSPORT NEEDS DECLARATION: A lost or stolen passport requires a sworn declaration (declaración jurada) from the consular officer or a police report.
Safe Filing Guidelines

Before submitting a physical passport, keep secure copies of your passport identification page, relevant U.S. immigration documents and any visa pages that you may need for your records.

Use only the payment method, payee name and payment instructions specified by the issuing government's official embassy, consulate or authorized service provider for the particular application.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The current IGM overseas consular tariff for the United States is $65 USD for a 5-year ordinary passport and $100 USD for a 10-year ordinary passport (adults only). These are the correct U.S. consular fees; the $50/$85 rates apply only inside Guatemala.

Standard adult renewal requires the previous Guatemalan passport, an original valid DPI, and the applicable consular fee ($65 or $100). If the DPI is unavailable, a recent RENAP birth certificate with CUI (issued within 6 months) is accepted as an alternative.

No. The 10-year ordinary Guatemalan passport is available to adults only. Minors receive only the 5-year ordinary passport at $65, and both parents (or legal representatives) must participate in the application.

Yes, at many locations. MINEX has expanded to 20 Centros de Impresión de Pasaportes (CIP) in the United States. At CIP-equipped consulates, same-day passport issuance is available when the application is complete and approved. Phoenix announced same-day issuance when its CIP opened in August 2026. However, same-day service is not guaranteed at every consulate.

Possibly. Guatemala offers an 18-month extension at no cost or a 3-year extension for $25 USD through overseas consulates for qualifying passports. The passport must have been issued after 2013, have the required number of blank pages (2 for 18-mo, 4 for 3-yr), not have been extended previously, and your personal data must not have changed.

A lost or stolen passport requires a sworn declaration (declaración jurada) executed before the consular officer or a police denuncia from U.S. authorities. You will also need your valid DPI and payment of the applicable $65 or $100 fee.

Have questions about valid U.S. visas in expired passports, postal safety, or state DMV rules?

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Listed Fees$65.00 USD (5-Yr) | $100.00 USD (10-Yr Adults) | Extension: Free–$25
Listed Processing TimeSame-Day passport issuance available at CIP (Centro de Impresión de Pasaportes) locations when biometric capture and approval are completed during the appointment.
Listed Submission MethodIn-Person Appointment at Guatemalan Consular Missions & Consulados Móviles in the USA
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