Looking for the Guatemala Embassy in Berlin? Below you will find the official address, contact details, opening hours and available consular services.
Contact Details
| Address | Friedrichstraße 81; Behrenstraße 27 (3rd floor), 10117 Berlin, Germany |
| Telephone | +49 30 206 43 63 |
| Fax | +49 30 206 436 59 |
| sekretariatde@minex.gob.gt | |
| Website | www.botschaft-guatemala.de |
| Social Media | |
| Head of Mission | Mr. Jorge Alfredo Lemcke Arévalo, Ambassador |
Consular Section
| konsulatde@minex.gob.gt |
Opening Hours Embassy
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 – 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 – 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 – 16:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 – 16:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 – 16:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening hours are subject to change on public holidays and special occasions. Always check with the embassy in advance.
Location of the Embassy
The map above displays the embassy’s location in the city. Allow sufficient travel time, especially during peak hours.
About the Guatemalan Embassy in Berlin
The Guatemalan Embassy in Berlin is the official diplomatic representation of the Republic of Guatemala in Germany. It represents Guatemalan interests and promotes political, economic, development and cultural relations between Guatemala and Germany.
Relations between the two countries are longstanding and extend across political dialogue, trade, development cooperation, education and culture. Germany and Guatemala also cooperate in areas such as vocational training, environmental protection, migration and the strengthening of public institutions.
Economic links include trade, investment and cooperation between businesses in both countries. German institutions are also active in Guatemala through development projects, educational initiatives and cultural exchange.
In addition to its diplomatic work, the embassy provides consular services for Guatemalan citizens and handles passports, civil registration, legalisations, visas and other official procedures.
Visa Information
Guatemalan citizens do not generally need a visa for Germany for short stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. The visa exemption does not normally permit employment.
Longer stays for employment, study, family reunification or other long-term purposes require the appropriate German visa or residence procedure.
German citizens do not currently need a visa for stays in Guatemala of up to 90 days. Germany is classified by Guatemala as a visa-exempt country for holders of ordinary passports.
Guatemala forms part of the CA-4 area together with El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua. The permitted stay can therefore apply to the traveller's combined time within the CA-4 countries rather than separately to each country.
Consular Services
The consular section of the Guatemalan Embassy in Berlin provides a range of administrative and consular services for Guatemalan citizens and other eligible applicants.
- Guatemalan passport applications and renewals
- Civil registration and personal status matters
- Legalisation of eligible documents
- Visa applications where a Guatemalan visa is required
- Certificates and other official consular documents
- Assistance with powers of attorney and declarations
- Consular assistance for Guatemalan citizens
- Emergency travel and document-related assistance
The exact requirements depend on the service requested. Passport applications, legalisations and visa procedures may involve prior document review before an applicant is invited to attend the embassy.
Applicants should therefore review the current instructions for their specific consular procedure before submitting documents or travelling to Berlin.
Appointments
The appointment procedure at the Guatemalan Embassy in Berlin depends on the service requested. For several procedures, applicants must first submit documents for review before a consular appointment is arranged.
Passport applications follow this type of process. After the required documents have been checked, the consular section provides the applicant with an appointment and payment instructions.
Legalisation applications may also begin with document verification by email. Once the documents have been approved, the applicant can either send the originals by post or arrange an appointment where applicable.
Visa applicants who require a Guatemalan visa must normally submit their supporting information in advance. After review, the consular section informs the applicant whether additional documents are required or whether a personal appointment can be arranged.
Diplomatic Missions between Guatemala and Germany
Guatemala is represented in Germany by the Guatemalan Embassy in Berlin. For passport matters, its consular responsibility covers the entire Federal Republic of Germany.
Guatemala also maintains Honorary Consulates in Düsseldorf, Hamburg and Munich. The Düsseldorf office covers North Rhine-Westphalia and Hesse, while Hamburg serves Hamburg, Bremen, Lower Saxony and Schleswig-Holstein. The Munich office covers Bavaria.
Honorary consulates generally provide a more limited range of services than the embassy. Applicants should therefore confirm whether their particular request can be handled locally or must be referred to Berlin.
Germany is represented in Guatemala by the German Embassy in Guatemala City. Its administrative and consular district covers both Guatemala and Belize, and the German ambassador in Guatemala is also accredited to Belize.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Guatemalan Embassy in Berlin
Do I need an appointment for the Guatemalan Embassy in Berlin?
It depends on the service. For several consular procedures, applicants first submit documents for review and receive an appointment only after the consular section has checked the application.
Do Guatemalan citizens need a visa to travel to Germany?
No. Guatemalan citizens can generally travel to Germany without a visa for stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period, provided they do not take up employment.
Do German citizens need a visa to travel to Guatemala?
No. German citizens do not currently need a visa for stays in Guatemala of up to 90 days. The CA-4 rules should be considered when travelling between Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua.
Does Guatemala have other consulates in Germany?
Yes. In addition to the embassy in Berlin, Guatemala has Honorary Consulates in Düsseldorf, Hamburg and Munich. Their available services are more limited than those of the embassy.
Information provided on this page about the Embassy of Guatemala in Berlin is intended for general reference only. Contact details, appointment procedures, entry requirements and available services may change. Always confirm current information directly with the embassy or the responsible consular authority before your visit.