Guatemala
General visa requirements for travelling to Guatemala. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Tourist visa (Category A Countries - Tourist Visa Free (Europe - Other))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 180 days
- Entry
- Single entry
European countries outside EU/Schengen also enjoy visa-free access for tourism.
Eligibility
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Nationality
European countries outside EU/Schengen also enjoy visa-free access for tourism.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
Tourist visa (Category A Countries - Tourist Visa Free (Europe - EU/Schengen))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 180 days
- Entry
- Single entry
EU and Schengen area countries enjoy visa-free access to Guatemala for tourism. Starting 2026, ETIAS may be required for Guatemalan citizens traveling to Europe, but this does not affect European citizens visiting Guatemala.
Eligibility
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Nationality
EU and Schengen area countries enjoy visa-free access to Guatemala for tourism. Starting 2026, ETIAS may be required for Guatemalan citizens traveling to Europe, but this does not affect European citizens visiting Guatemala.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
Tourist visa (Category C Countries - Tourist Visa Required (Interview Required))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 15 business days
- Fee
- $50 USD
- Entry
- Single entry
Category C countries require a visa with additional interview requirement at Guatemalan embassy. Subject to restrictions and additional processing. Processing time may be longer.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Passport-size colour photographs
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: Sufficient funds for stay; Months required: 3
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Guatemala; Minimum coverage: Coverage for duration of stay
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservations; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather required documents: passport, photos, flight bookings, hotel reservations, bank statements, travel insurance
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Appointment booking
Schedule appointment at Guatemalan embassy or consulate for interview
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Interview
Attend mandatory in-person interview at Guatemalan embassy
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Document submission
Submit completed visa application form with all supporting documents during interview
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing with additional security checks
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Visa collection
Collect passport with visa from embassy/consulate
Tourist visa (Category A Countries - Tourist Visa Free (Africa))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 180 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Select African countries with visa-free access to Guatemala.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Select African countries with visa-free access to Guatemala.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
Tourist visa (CA-4 Residence Permit Holders - Visa Exempt)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 180 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Holders of residence permits issued by El Salvador, Honduras, or Nicaragua are exempt from visa requirements regardless of nationality.
Eligibility
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Visa history
Must hold valid residence permit from El Salvador, Honduras, or Nicaragua
Required history: Resident of CA-4 country
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
Tourist visa (US/Canada Permanent Residents - Visa Exempt)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 180 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Holders of US Green Cards or Canadian Permanent Resident cards are exempt from visa requirements regardless of nationality.
Eligibility
-
Visa history
Must hold valid US Green Card or Canadian Permanent Resident Card
Required history: US permanent resident or Canadian permanent resident
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
Tourist visa (Category A Countries - Tourist Visa Free (Asia-Pacific))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 180 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Major Asian, Middle Eastern, and Pacific countries with visa-free access for tourism.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Major Asian, Middle Eastern, and Pacific countries with visa-free access for tourism.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
Tourist visa (Category A Countries - Tourist Visa Free (Americas))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 180 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Category A countries are exempt from visa requirements. Valid for tourism purposes for 90 days within any 180-day period.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Category A countries are exempt from visa requirements. Valid for tourism purposes for 90 days within any 180-day period.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
-
Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
Tourist visa (CA-4 Countries - Visa Free)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 180 days
- Entry
- Single entry
CA-4 Agreement allows free movement between Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, and Nicaragua. Citizens of these countries can move freely without visa restrictions or border checks.
Eligibility
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Nationality
CA-4 Agreement allows free movement between Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, and Nicaragua. Citizens of these countries can move freely without visa restrictions or border checks.
Eligible countries: El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
-
Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
Tourist visa (Category B Countries - Tourist Visa Required (Easy Process))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 10 business days
- Fee
- $50 USD
- Entry
- Single entry
Category B countries require a visa but the process is straightforward without interview requirement. Application through Guatemalan embassy or consulate.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Passport-size colour photographs
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: Sufficient funds for stay; Months required: 3
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Guatemala; Minimum coverage: Coverage for duration of stay
-
Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservations; Must cover full stay: Yes
-
Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
-
Document gathering
Gather required documents: passport, photos, flight bookings, hotel reservations, bank statements, travel insurance
-
Appointment booking
Schedule and attend appointment at Guatemalan embassy or consulate
-
Document submission
Submit completed visa application form with all supporting documents
-
Fee payment
Pay visa fee
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing
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Visa collection
Collect passport with visa from embassy/consulate