Guatemalan Embassy in Paris

Guatemala's embassy in Paris operates from Avenue Niel in the 17th arrondissement, accredited since 1955 and managing bilateral relations with France — a partnership encompassing development cooperation, trade, cultural exchange, and multilateral diplomacy. The embassy also serves as Guatemala's Permanent Mission to UNESCO and the OECD Development Centre. France has been a significant development partner in Guatemala, with French NGOs and cooperation agencies active in indigenous rights, education, and cultural heritage preservation. French visitors are drawn to Guatemala's extraordinary combination of Maya archaeological sites, colonial architecture, and indigenous living culture — Antigua's cobblestone streets and volcano-framed skyline, Tikal's jungle pyramids, and the highland markets of Chichicastenango create an experience that resonates with French travelers seeking cultural depth over beach tourism.

Also accredited as Guatemala's Permanent Mission to UNESCO and the OECD Development Centre.