Consulate General of Guatemala in Seattle
If you need to contact the Guatemalan consulate in Seattle, either to make an appointment, find out the address or simply get their phone number, here you will find all the information you are looking for.
Address: 18000 International Blvd, South Tower, 10th Floor, SeaTac, WA 98188, U.S.A.
Phone: +12068885319
Email: consseattle@minex.gob.gt
Website: citaconsularguatemala.com
Social media: Facebook
Hours of operation: Monday to Friday from 08.00 to 16.00 and Saturdays and Sundays Closed.
Consul: Carlos José Arroyave Prera
Consular Section:
States: Washington, Montana, Oregon, Idaho, and
Alaska
Embassy of Guatemala: Embassy of Guatemala in Washington, D.C.
Guatemalan Consular Appointment in Seattle
To schedule an appointment at the Guatemalan Consulate in Seattle, it is best to request an appointment online.
The Guatemalan Consulate in Seattle offers a crucial point of reference for the Guatemalan community in Washington State, specially designed to serve their needs and promote their culture and rights abroad.
Strategically located in the suburb of SeaTac, this consulate facilitates access to consular and cultural services for Guatemalans, given its proximity to the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Located on the tenth floor of the South Tower of a modern office complex built in 2006, the consulate stands out for its modernity and functionality, reflecting the dynamism of the local Guatemalan community, which, although small, exceeds 10,000 people.
Photos and images of the Seattle, Washington Consulate
User feedback
Opinions about the Guatemalan Consulate in Seattle present a mix of experiences, with a predominance of criticism of the service provided:
- Difficulties and delays in processing procedures: Many users express frustration at the complexity and slowness of consular procedures. The wait to be seen, even with an appointment, can extend for more than three hours.
- Problems with the appointment and communication system: Significant difficulties are mentioned in scheduling appointments through the online system and communicating with the consulate by telephone. Users report full mailboxes and lack of response to their calls.
- Restrictive payment methods: The policy of accepting only money orders as a form of payment, and the requirement that these be individual for each transaction, is criticized as inconvenient.
- Customer service and work environment: There are complaints about the quality of service received, mentioning staff that seems disinterested and poorly prepared. However, there is a positive mention to the consul for his efforts to improve the situation.
- Isolated positive experiences: Despite the criticisms, some users highlight the friendliness of certain staff members and the feeling of being welcomed and well treated during their visit to the consulate.
- Additional drawbacks: Users also mention problems with order and organization within the consulate, including long waits and staff taking breaks to keep applicants waiting.
In summary, although there are some positive experiences highlighting the friendliness of certain employees and individual efforts to provide good service, the overall perception of the Guatemalan Consulate in Seattle is one of dissatisfaction, mainly due to inefficient processes, difficulty in completing paperwork, and the quality of customer service.
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