Guatemalan nationals in and around Modena can turn to the Honorary Consulate of Guatemala in Modena for information and practical help.
Contact Details
| Address | Via Giaddi, 4, 41124 Modena, Italy |
| Telephone | +39 059 239957 +39 059 2929678 |
| guidastriconsole@gmail.it | |
| Head of Mission | Pier Luigi Guidastri, Honorary consul |
| Consular district | Emilia-Romagna, Friuli-Venice Giulia, Veneto and Trentino-South Tyrol |
Opening Hours
The Italian consular list gives no opening hours for this office. Make an appointment before visiting.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
- Location: Via Giaddi, 4, 41124 Modena.
- By arrangement: arrange a meeting by phone or e-mail first.
What does the honorary consul in Modena do?
The honorary consul in Modena is a volunteer representative of Guatemala, usually a local business or civic figure. Pier Luigi Guidastri holds the post – authorised by Italy since September 2023. Meetings take place by appointment. To arrange a visit, call +39 059 239957 and e-mail guidastriconsole@gmail.it.
According to the Italian Foreign Ministry, its consular district covers Emilia-Romagna, Friuli-Venice Giulia, Veneto and Trentino-South Tyrol. Modena lies in the region of Emilia-Romagna. Distance to the Guatemalan Embassy in Rome: about 330 km.
Italian citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Guatemala (up to 90 days). Details: Italian travel advice (Viaggiare Sicuri).
Which Guatemalan office issues passports and visas?
Passports and other formal consular services for Guatemalan citizens are handled by the Guatemalan Embassy in Rome.
Closing days
The honorary consulate is closed on Italian public holidays; Guatemalan celebrations on 15 September (national day) usually mean a closure too. Local holiday: 31 January, the feast of Saint Geminianus, patron of the city. Check before visiting around Christmas, Easter and the August holidays (Ferragosto).
Embassy and consulates of Guatemala in Italy
- Rome – Embassy of Guatemala
- Brindisi – Honorary Consulate
- Florence – Honorary Consulate
- Milan – Honorary Consulate
- Modena – Honorary Consulate (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Honorary Consulate of Guatemala in Modena
Where do I renew my Guatemalan passport if I live near Modena?
For a new Guatemalan passport, contact the Guatemalan Embassy in Rome.
How can I reach the Modena honorary office of Guatemala?
By phone on +39 059 239957 or by e-mail to guidastriconsole@gmail.it.
Who is the Guatemalan honorary consul in Modena?
Pier Luigi Guidastri, according to the Italian Foreign Ministry’s consular list (exequatur September 2023).
Which area does the Guatemalan honorary consul in Modena cover?
Its consular district is Emilia-Romagna, Friuli-Venice Giulia, Veneto and Trentino-South Tyrol.
Do Italian citizens need a visa for Guatemala?
No, not for short tourist stays (up to 90 days) – check Viaggiare Sicuri before booking.
Details checked on 10 October 2026. Sources: Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs – list of foreign consulates in Italy (as of 20 July 2026), Viaggiare Sicuri – Italian travel advice for Guatemala. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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