The Embassy of Guatemala in The Hague is Guatemala’s diplomatic mission to the Netherlands. Guatemalan nationals in the Netherlands turn to it for passports and official documents.
Contact Details
| Address | De Ruijterstraat 36, 2518 AS The Hague, Netherlands |
| Telephone | +31 70 302 02 53 |
| Fax | +31 70 360 22 70 |
| embpaisesbajos@minex.gob.gt | |
| Head of Mission | Ana Cristina Rodriguez Pineda, Ambassador |
| National Day | 15 September |
Opening Hours
No opening hours are published by the Dutch government. Check the embassy’s website or call before visiting.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
You will find the embassy at De Ruijterstraat 36 (2518 AS The Hague).
- Opening hours: not published by the Dutch government – check the embassy’s website or call before you go.
- Bring: your passport or ID card, plus originals and copies of every document needed for your application.
About the Guatemalan Embassy in The Hague
Ana Cristina Rodriguez Pineda heads the embassy as ambassador; the Dutch protocol list gives 26 June 2024 as the date of the presentation of credentials. Because The Hague hosts the Dutch government as well as the International Court of Justice and the OPCW, diplomatic work here often covers international law and organisations too.
Consular services
The consular section typically handles:
- Guatemalan passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification and legalisation of documents
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
Do I need an appointment?
Many consular services require an appointment – check the website first.
Do Dutch citizens need a visa for Guatemala?
Dutch citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Guatemala (up to 90 days); a valid passport is required. Details: Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice (in Dutch).
Closing days
The embassy is normally closed on Dutch public holidays and on Guatemala’s national day (15 September). Many missions also close on their own national and religious holidays – call ahead.
Emergency assistance
Guatemalan nationals in urgent need of help can reach the embassy on +31 70 302 02 53. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money. In the Netherlands, the emergency number is 112; for non-urgent police matters call 0900 8844.
Diplomatic missions of Guatemala in the Netherlands
Guatemala in the Netherlands
- The Hague – Embassy of Guatemala (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of Guatemala in The Hague
Where is the Guatemalan Embassy in The Hague?
At De Ruijterstraat 36, 2518 AS The Hague.
Who is the ambassador of Guatemala to the Netherlands?
Ana Cristina Rodriguez Pineda, who presented credentials on 26 June 2024, according to the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Is the Guatemalan Embassy closed on the national day?
The national day of Guatemala is 15 September; embassies usually close or hold a reception on that day.
Do I need a visa for Guatemala with a Dutch passport?
No, not for short tourist stays (up to 90 days) – a valid passport is required.
Details checked on 11 October 2026. Sources: Government of the Netherlands – foreign representations in the Netherlands (government.nl, October 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – ambassadors in the Netherlands (as of 2 September 2026), Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs – travel advice for Guatemala (Nederland Wereldwijd). Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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