Do I need a visa for Guatemala?
โผNo. US passport holders can enter Guatemala without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Which Guatemala visa do I need?
โผVisa type depends on the purpose of your trip. Select your passport above to see what is available to you.
How long can I stay in Guatemala?
โผUp to 90 days per visit.
Is the Guatemala visa single or multiple entry?
โผEntry conditions depend on the visa type you choose โ short-stay visas are often single or double entry, while longer-validity visas are usually multiple entry. The entry type is shown before you pay.
How much does a Guatemala visa cost?
โผOn a US passport the government fee is $0.00 and our service fee starts at $59.00, so a standard application totals $59.00. Government fees are set by Guatemala and vary by nationality and visa type.
Why is there a service fee on top of the government fee?
โผThe government fee is paid to Guatemala. Our fee covers checking your photo, passport details and supporting documents against the current rules before the application is filed โ the errors that cause most rejections โ plus tracking and support until your visa is issued.
What happens if my application is refused?
โผOur service fee is refunded if we cannot deliver your approved visa. Where the refusal is caused by an error on our side we correct and resubmit at no extra charge. Government fees are not refundable once an application has been filed.
How long does a Guatemala visa take?
โผGovernment processing normally takes 3โ5 days. Guatemala asks travellers to apply at least 4 days before arrival, and no government guarantees a decision date โ apply as early as you can.
How do I apply for a Guatemala visa online?
โผComplete our application form โ it takes most travellers five to ten minutes โ and upload your passport page and photo. A specialist reviews everything before submission, files it on the government portal, and emails your approved visa.
What documents do I need for a Guatemala visa?
โผA passport valid for at least six months on the date you arrive, a recent digital photograph that meets Guatemala's specification, and a scan of your passport biographical page. Business and medical applications also need supporting paperwork such as an invitation or hospital letter.
What are the Guatemala visa photo requirements?
โผA recent, front-facing colour photograph with a plain white background, no glasses and no head covering except for religious reasons. Photo problems are one of the most common causes of refusal, so we check yours against the current specification before filing.
Can I apply for my whole family at once?
โผYes. Set the number of travellers in the pricing panel and we manage the applications together so names, dates and documents stay consistent across the group.
How do I use my Guatemala visa at the airport?
โผCarry a printed copy of your approved visa PDF along with your passport. Immigration scans it at the counter; some airlines also check it before boarding, so have it printed before you get to the airport.
Can I extend my Guatemala visa?
โผNo. Guatemala does not extend this visa โ you must leave the country and apply again.
What are the Guatemala overstay penalties?
โผAround $8 per day overstayed. Overstaying can also mean a multi-year entry ban and removal, and it is recorded against future applications.