Message to U.S. Citizens: Passport Fee to Increase on December 27, 2021
Effective December 27, 2021, the passport security surcharge fee will increase by $20. For minor passport applicants who use Form DS-11, the new fee is $135 (Q1066.50). For adults renewing their passports using Form DS-82, the new fee is $130 (Q1,027). For adults who must apply in person using Form DS-11, the new fee is $165 (Q1303.50).
Renewal by Mail/Courier:
You may qualify to renew your passport by mail/courier if you meet ALL of the following criteria:
- Your previous U.S. passport book/card is in your possession.
- You were at least 16 years old when your most recent U.S. passport book/card was issued.
- Your most recent U.S. passport book/card was issued less than 15 years ago.
- Your previous U.S. passport was issued under your current legal name.
For more information and instructions on how to renew your passport by mail/courier and how to pay the passport fees online, please go here. Most approved passports are returned to the applicant in 4-6 weeks from the date of application.
Schedule an Appointment for an In-Person Appointment:
If you do not meet all of the above criteria for renewal by mail/courier, please schedule an appointment to come in person to apply for a passport. Passport appointments are available through December 2022.
Emergency Appointments:
Please continue to check for available appointments as additional appointments may become available. If you require an emergency appointment, please first schedule the next available appointment and then email AmCitsGuatemala@state.gov to request an earlier one. We will reply with a short questionnaire asking about the nature of your emergency and your intended date of travel. You may be requested to provide supporting documents or information.
Applying for a Passport: For a list of different passport services and the associated requirements, please go here. All passport forms are found here.
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Guatemala City, Guatemala
Website: https://gt.usembassy.gov/
Phone: (502) 2326-4000
Email: AmCitsGuatemala@state.gov
Tate Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
Guatemala Country Information and Travel Advisory
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