Guatemalan Consulate in Providence, Rhode Island
Address and contact details for the Guatemalan consulate in Providence
Address
10 Dorrance St, Suite 700, Providence, RI 02903
City
Providence | State: Rhode Island
Opening hours
Lunes a viernes, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Phone
Emergencies
Official website
Opening hours
IMPORTANT: you must come with an appointment. The office closes at 3:00 pm.
Procedures available at the Guatemalan consulate in Providence
- Guatemalan passport: first issue, renewal and urgent processing for Guatemalans in Rhode Island and Connecticut.
- DPI (Documento Personal de Identificación): first application and renewal of the Guatemalan national identity document.
- TICG (consular ID card): consular identification valid for many services in Rhode Island and Connecticut.
- Registering births and marriages: civil registry entries for Guatemalans whose life events took place in the US.
- Powers of attorney and legalisations: authority to manage property or legal matters in Guatemala from Providence.
- Emergency travel document: in urgent cases —the death or serious illness of a relative in Guatemala— the consulate can issue temporary papers.
- Consular protection in Rhode Island and Connecticut: assistance for Guatemalans detained or at risk in either state.
From Central Falls, Pawtucket or Woonsocket, the Dorrance Street office is under 15 minutes away by car or on a RIPTA bus.
The Providence consular district: Rhode Island and Connecticut
The Consulate General of Guatemala in Providence has jurisdiction over Rhode Island and Connecticut. In Rhode Island it serves Guatemalans in Providence, Central Falls, Pawtucket, Woonsocket, Cranston and anywhere else in the state. In Connecticut it covers Hartford, Bridgeport, New Haven, Waterbury, Stamford, Danbury and every city and county. For Guatemalans in Massachusetts or New York, the consulate in charge is New York.
Consular fees and the usual paperwork in Providence
Guatemalan consular fees are set by MINEX and can change each year. As a guide, the main ones are:
- Ordinary passport (adult): roughly $35–$40 USD, reviewed periodically by MINEX.
- Minor’s passport: the same fee as an adult’s; both parents must attend and consent.
- Powers of attorney and legalisations: the cost depends on the document; confirm it at your appointment.
- TICG: free or a minimal fee, depending on the current programme.
Always check current fees at portal.minex.gob.gt or by calling (401) 421-4847 before your appointment, as they can change.
Getting to the Guatemalan consulate in Providence
The consulate at 10 Dorrance St, Suite 700 is in the heart of downtown Providence, a 10-minute walk from Providence Station (Amtrak and the MBTA train from Boston). The train from Boston takes about 45 to 60 minutes. Plenty of RIPTA routes also run through the centre. Driving from Hartford (CT), take I-95 North to I-195 towards downtown; there is paid parking near Dorrance St. From Central Falls and Pawtucket it is only 10 to 15 minutes on US-1.
How to book an appointment at the Guatemalan consulate in Providence
Every procedure requires an appointment. Go to the official MINEX portal, select "EE.UU. – Providence" and pick the procedure you need. You can also call (401) 421-4847 if the online system gives you trouble. If you live in Hartford or New Haven, make sure Providence is your district before booking.
If your case is urgent —imminent travel to Guatemala, a family emergency— say so when you call, so the consulate can tell you whether a priority appointment or an emergency document is possible.
Guatemala’s consular office in New England
The Consulate General of Guatemala in Providence is at 10 Dorrance St, Suite 700, in the financial centre of Rhode Island’s capital, minutes from Providence Station (Amtrak/MBTA). The office covers Guatemalans living in Rhode Island and Connecticut, two states with deep Guatemalan roots.
In Connecticut, the office serves Guatemalans in Hartford, Bridgeport, New Haven and Waterbury.
Consular assistant
Is your case not covered on this page?
Ask the assistant about your procedure in Providence: which documents they ask for, what to pay and what to do when your situation is not the usual one.
Frequently asked questions – Guatemalan consulate in Providence
Is Providence the only Guatemalan consulate covering New England?
The Providence consulate serves Guatemalans in Rhode Island and Connecticut. Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont and Maine fall under the New York consulate, although Providence sometimes runs sessions in Boston. Check with the consulate which one covers where you live.
Why is Central Falls called "Little Guatemala"?
Central Falls, Rhode Island, has the highest concentration of Guatemalans per head in all of New England. The community, mostly immigrants from the Guatemalan highlands, has reshaped the city with Guatemalan restaurants, bakeries and shops. The Providence consulate is its essential consular resource.
Does the Providence consulate serve Guatemalans in Hartford, Connecticut?
Yes. The Providence consulate has jurisdiction over Connecticut, including Hartford, Bridgeport, New Haven and Waterbury, all of which have active Guatemalan communities. For matters in New York State, the right office is the New York consulate.
How do I reach the Providence consulate by public transport from Boston?
The Dorrance Street office is a 10-minute walk from Providence Station (Amtrak/MBTA), and the train from Boston takes 45 to 60 minutes. In Providence, several RIPTA routes link the station with downtown. There is paid parking around the building.
Can the Providence consulate issue an emergency travel document?
Yes. In urgent cases —the death or serious illness of a relative in Guatemala, an urgent court matter— the consulate can issue a temporary emergency travel document. You will need to show proof of the urgency and of your Guatemalan identity. Call (401) 421-4847 to explain your situation.