Guatemala Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
86
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
86
Visa required in advance
112

Guatemala's visa policy is moderately open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, you will need to apply for a Guatemala tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Guatemala Visa-Free (86)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Guatemala without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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Fees

Guatemala Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

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Transit

Guatemala Transit Visa

Guatemala publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Visa de Tránsito (Transit Visa)

Allows passage through Guatemala en route to a third country, without a stay for tourism or business purposes.

up to 3 days

Transit visas are recognized under Guatemala's Código de Migración (Decreto 44-2016). The specific fee and processing time for transit visas is not published in extractable official text. Category A nationals do not require a transit visa. Category B/C nationals transiting by air and not clearing immigration typically do not need a transit visa if airside only; land transit requires checking current requirements. Max stay of 3 days is approximate based on standard regional practice - official figure not confirmed from extractable text.

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FAQ

Guatemala Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Guatemala?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Guatemala visa-free. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Guatemala tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Guatemala without a visa?

86 countries can visit Guatemala without a visa in 2026, including: Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Austria. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Guatemala.

How do I apply for a Guatemala tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Guatemala, you typically need to apply at a Guatemala embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Guatemala without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Guatemala varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Guatemala Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Guatemala visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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