Guatemala Visa Policy

You can realize your planned trip to Guatemala by obtaining a Guatemala visa. Foreign nationals can apply for Guatemala visas for business, tourism, and other reasons. Guatemala visas can be both single and multiple entry.

According to the CA-4 Agreement between El-Salvador, Nicaragua, Guatemala, and Honduras, visa holders of these countries regardless of nationality can travel to each of these countries without obtaining a new visa.

Additionally, in the case that the applicant has the multiple entry used/unused Schengen or Canada or the United States visa in force, they no need the visa to enter Guatemala. However, this opportunity doesn’t apply to the following countries:

Guatemala Tourist visa is issued for applicants intending to visit Guatemala for tourism and sightseeing. You can apply for a Guatemala Tourist visa in order to realize your tourist activities.

Required Documents for Guatemala Tourist Visa

1. Application Form

• Duly completed application form

2. Two Photos

• Two 3x4 size and color photos

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

• Passport must be valid for at least 6 months

4. Copy of Previously Obtained Visas

5. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if Your Country of Residence and Citizenship are Different)

6. Travel Itinerary

• Copy of round-trip flight ticket reservation
• Proof of accommodation:
  • Confirmation of hotel reservation or
  • Invitation letter from the host in Guatemala
    • Contact details (name, address, and phone number) of the host

7. Proof of Financial Means

• Original bank statement for the last 3 months
  • It must be translated into Spanish or English
• International credit card
• Sponsorship letter
• Other

8. Proof of Current Professional Status

• Proof of employment/income
  • Employment verification letter
  • Proof of income. Signed by employer
• For students:
  • Certificate from the place of study

9. Proof of Purpose of the Visit

• Letter from the applicant indicating the purpose, duration of the trip, and the places the applicant plans to visit

10. In the Case of Multiple Entry Visa:

• Proof of necessity of multiple entry visa

11. For Minors:

• Copy of either birth certificate/proof of adoption/custody decree if parents are divorced/death certificate of parent
• Permit letter by parents/guardians if minor is traveling alone or permit letter by one of the guardians/parents in case of minor is traveling with one of them.

12. Original Police Certificate

• It must be issued from the country where you have stayed continuously for more than 5 years (with an apostille)
• The certificate must be issued within the last 6 months

13. If You have a United States, Canada, or Schengen Visa

• Photocopy of it and the passport that contains it

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Guatemala Tourist Visa

The average processing time for a Guatemala Tourist Visa is 3-15 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

Guatemala Tourist Visa Fee

Guatemala Tourist Visa fee is 50 USD for a single entry, 150 USD for a multiple entry visa. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Guatemala Tourist Visa?

You will apply for a Guatemala Tourist Visa in Guatemala visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Guatemala Business visa gives you the authorization to enter Guatemala and stay here for a maximum period of your visa validity, as permitted. It permits its holder to engage in business-related activities.

Required Documents for Guatemala Business Visa

1. Application Form

• Duly completed application form

2. Two Photos

• Two 3x4 size and color photos

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

• Passport must be valid for at least 6 months

4. Copy of Previously Obtained Visas

5. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if Your Country of Residence and Citizenship are Different)

6. Travel Itinerary

• Copy of round-trip flight ticket reservation
• Proof of accommodation:
  • Confirmation of hotel reservation or
  • Invitation letter from the host in Guatemala
    • Contact details (name, address, and phone number) of the host

7. Proof of Financial Means

• Original bank statement for the last 3 months
  • It must be translated into Spanish or English
• International credit card
• Sponsorship letter
• Other

8. Proof of Current Professional Status

• Proof of employment/income
  • Employment verification letter
  • Proof of income. Signed by employer
• For students:
  • Certificate from the place of study

9. Proof of Purpose of the Visit

• Invitation letter
  • It must be on company letterhead
  • Contact details (address, phone number) of the organization or company must be included
  • Duration of the visit, position, and monthly salary of the applicant must be included
• Registration certificate of the corporation or organization that hire a foreign national at the Mercantile Registry
• Company Trade Patent (legalized copy)

10. In the Case of Multiple Entry Visa:

• Proof of necessity of multiple entry visa

11. Original Police Certificate

• It must be issued from the country where you have stayed continuously for more than 5 years (with an apostille)
• The certificate must be issued within the last 6 months

12. If You have a United States, Canada, or Schengen Visa

• Photocopy of it and the passport that contains it

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Guatemala Business Visa

The average processing time for a Guatemala Business Visa is 3-15 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

Guatemala Business Visa Fee

Guatemala Business Visa fee is 50 USD for a single entry, 150 USD for a multiple entry visa. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Guatemala Business Visa?

You will apply for a Guatemala Business Visa in Guatemala visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Guatemala Cultural Visa enables you to enter Guatemala for cultural purposes, such as attending cultural events.

Required Documents for Guatemala Cultural Visa

1. Application Form

• Dully completed application form

2. Two Photos

• Two 3x4 size and color photos

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

• Passport must be valid for at least 6 months

4. Copy of Previously Obtained Visas

5. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if Your Country of Residence and Citizenship are Different)

6. Travel Itinerary

• Copy of round-trip flight ticket reservation
• Proof of accommodation:
  • Confirmation of hotel reservation or
  • Invitation letter from the host in Guatemala
    • Contact details (name, address, and phone number) of the host

7. Proof of Financial Means

• Original bank statement for the last 3 months
  • It must be translated into Spanish or English
• International credit card
• Sponsorship letter
• Other

8. Proof of Current Professional Status

• Proof of employment/income
  • Employment verification letter
  • Proof of income. Signed by employer
• For students:
  • Certificate from the place of study

9. Proof of Purpose of the Visit

• Letter from the entity in Guatemala indicating the duration, purpose of the visit, places where the activities will be carried out
• Evidence that the entity is connected to an institution of a cultural nature, validated by the Guatemala Ministry of Culture and Sports

10. In the Case of Multiple Entry Visa:

• Proof of necessity of multiple entry visa

11. For Minors:

• Copy of either birth certificate/proof of adoption/custody decree if parents are divorced/death certificate of parent
• Permit letter by parents/guardians if minor is traveling alone or permit letter by one of the guardians/parents in case of minor is traveling with one of them.

12. Original Police Certificate

• It must be issued from the country where you have stayed continuously for more than 5 years (with an apostille)
• The certificate must be issued within the last 6 months

13. If You have a United States, Canada, or Schengen Visa

• Photocopy of it and the passport that contains it

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Guatemala Cultural Visa

The average processing time for a Guatemala Cultural Visa is 3-15 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

Guatemala Cultural Visa Fee

Guatemala Cultural Visa fee is 50 USD for a single entry, 150 USD for a multiple entry visa. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Guatemala Cultural Visa?

You will apply for a Guatemala Cultural Visa in Guatemala visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Guatemala Sports Visa lets you enter Guatemala for the purpose of participating in sports events for the period of permitted stay.

Required Documents for Guatemala Sports Visa

1. Application Form

• Duly completed application form

2. Two Photos

• Two 3x4 size and color photos

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

• Passport must be valid for at least 6 months

4. Copy of Previously Obtained Visas

5. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if Your Country of Residence and Citizenship are Different)

6. Travel Itinerary

• Copy of round-trip flight ticket reservation
• Proof of accommodation:
  • Confirmation of hotel reservation or
  • Invitation letter from the host in Guatemala
    • Contact details (name, address, and phone number) of the host

7. Proof of Financial Means

• Original bank statement for the last 3 months
  • It must be translated into Spanish or English
• International credit card
• Sponsorship letter
• Other

8. Proof of Current Professional Status

• Proof of employment/income
  • Employment verification letter
  • Proof of income. Signed by employer
• For students:
  • Certificate from the place of study

9. Proof of Purpose of the Visit

• Letter from the entity in Guatemala indicating the duration, purpose of the visit, places where the activities will be carried out
• Degrees, diplomas, recognitions, or documents proving the status of an Athlete (apostilled in accordance with Judicial Body Act)

10. In the Case of Multiple Entry Visa:

• Proof of necessity of multiple entry visa

11. For Minors:

• Copy of either birth certificate/proof of adoption/custody decree if parents are divorced/death certificate of parent
• Permit letter by parents/guardians if minor is traveling alone or permit letter by one of the guardians/parents in case of minor is traveling with one of them.

12. Original Police Certificate

• It must be issued from the country where you have stayed continuously for more than 5 years (with an apostille)
• The certificate must be issued within the last 6 months

13. If You have a United States, Canada, or Schengen Visa

• Photocopy of it and the passport that contains it

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Guatemala Sports Visa

The average processing time for a Guatemala Sports Visa is 3-15 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

Guatemala Sports Visa Fee

Guatemala Sports Visa fee is 50 USD for a single entry, 150 USD for a multiple entry visa. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Guatemala Sports Visa?

You will apply for a Guatemala Sports Visa in Guatemala visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Guatemala Religious visas are granted to foreign nationals invited by a religious organization in Guatemala for the short-term performance of religious activities.

Required Documents for Guatemala Religious Visa

1. Application Form

• Dully completed application form

2. Two Photos

• Two 3x4 size and color photos

3. Passport and Copy of the Main Page

• Passport must be valid for at least 6 months

4. Copy of Previously Obtained Visas

5. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if Your Country of Residence and Citizenship are Different)

6. Travel Itinerary

• Copy of round-trip flight ticket reservation
• Proof of accommodation:
  • Confirmation of hotel reservation or
  • Invitation letter from the host in Guatemala
    • Contact details (name, address, and phone number) of the host

7. Proof of Financial Means

• Original bank statement for the last 3 months
  • It must be translated into Spanish or English
• International credit card
• Sponsorship letter
• Other

8. Proof of Current Professional Status

• Proof of employment/income
  • Employment verification letter
  • Proof of income. Signed by employer
• For students:
  • Certificate from the place of study

9. Proof of Purpose of the Visit

• Letter from the highest authority of the Catholic Church in Guatemala indicating the duration, purpose of the visit, places where the activities will be carried out
• Personal Identification Document of the person representing the authorizing church (legalized copy)
• For non-Catholic churches:
  • Church bylaws (legalized copy)
  • Appointment of the Legal Representative (legalized copy)

10. In the Case of Multiple Entry Visa:

• Proof of necessity of multiple entry visa

11. Original Police Certificate

• It must be issued from the country where you have stayed continuously for more than 5 years (with an apostille)
• The certificate must be issued within the last 6 months

12. If You have a United States, Canada, or Schengen Visa

• Photocopy of it and the passport that contains it

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Guatemala Religious Visa

The average processing time for a Guatemala Religious Visa is 3-15 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

Guatemala Religious Visa Fee

Guatemala Religious Visa fee is 50 USD for a single entry, 150 USD for a multiple entry visa. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Guatemala Religious Visa?

You will apply for a Guatemala Religious Visa in Guatemala visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Guatemala's official embassies and consulates don’t process long-term visas for the purposes of study, work and etc. Instead visa applicants apply for short-term tourist visas for traveling to Guatemala and they only apply for residence permits when they have already arrived in Guatemala.