3 Easy Steps to obtaining Guatemala e-Visa

If you do not satisfy the requirements for applying ETA online, please apply through a travel agent, airline, or a Guatemala visa office. If you are not available for an ETA VISA, you can still apply for a another electronic visiting visa.

It is important that you are very careful when you enter your personal details. You will have an opportunity to review all the details you have provided and can change the details at any time until you confirm all details as correct.

If you have made an error, it is important that you correct it before proceeding. Once you have confirmed the details, your credit card will be debited for the non-refundable service charge.

If you find out later that you have made a mistake, you will need to make a new application (and incur another service charge). We cannot change the details on an ETA once it has been issued.

Note: If your ETA details do not match your passport details you might experience delays when boarding your aircraft or be refused entry into Guatemala.

No. You do not need to arrange your transportation into the country before applying for an ETA. Whether you are traveling by boat or plane, it’s okay to apply for your ETA anytime before or after your confirmed ticket.

• A visa is not required for this destination for a stay of up to 90 days. Please keep in mind that while a visa is not required, you must:
• Hold a passport valid for at least six months beyond your date of country exit and with one blank visa page
• Hold proof of onward and return flights
• Hold all documents required for the next destination
• Hold documents showing proof of travel purpose (e.g. business cover or support letter, conference registrations, etc.)
• Hold proof of sufficient funds relative to your intended length of stay
• It is recommended that you confirm with your airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa

All US Citizens require a visa and a US passport to travel to Guatemala, whether for business or tourism.  MOST foreign nationals require a visa.  We can help you to obtain a visa as well as a US passport.

• No visa is required for this destination for a stay of up to 90 days. Please keep in mind that while a visa is not required, you must:
• Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
• Hold proof of onward/return flights
• Hold all documents required for the next destination
• Hold proof of sufficient funds relative to your intended length of stay.
• Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change

• Visa-exempt for a stay of up to 90 days. The traveler must:
• Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with two blank visa pages
• Hold proof of sufficient funds
• Hold proof of onward/return airline tickets
• Hold proof of purpose of the trip
• Hold all documents required for the next destination
• Hold a visa for the next destination, if required
• Confirm with the airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change
• EVisas recommends that all travelers check with their airline prior to departure that boarding will be permitted without a visa. There is no guarantee entry will be allowed.

The official language in Guatemala is Spanish

English is spoken in most tourist destinations however; it is not commonly spoken outside of that.

In general, small commuter planes are used on most flights. Depending on the airline, these planes range from 15 passenger prop planes (Cessna Gran Caravan) to 50 passenger jets (DC 9- 51).

A visa is not required when traveling as a tourist from Canada and the United States for up to 90 days. Passports are required to have 6 months validity from the date of entry.

The main forms of local transportation within the country include buses, tuk-tuks, taxis and shuttle mini buses.

Guatemala uses 110 volts, 60 cycle electricity, the same as the US. Plugs are typically the 2 pronged flat types so US travelers will not typically need a converter or adapter. Outlets rarely have 3 holes so if your device has a third prong, bring an adapter.

Check with your cell phone provider. Each company is different and they can give you the most up-to-date information. In Guatemala, we can also arrange a rental cell phone for you if desired. Talk to your tour coordinator for more details!

No. If you have a family member, you will have to apply for an application. Even if your child is traveling under your passport, they will need their own application.

Yes, kindly use his/her ID information alongside your personal information when completing the online application form. Please use your child’s (dependants) identification data requested at the time of completion when adding another traveler to your application. There are no exceptions regarding age.

• A visa is not required for this destination for a stay of up to 90 days. Please keep in mind that while a visa is not required, you must:
• Hold a passport valid for at least six months beyond your date of country exit and with one blank visa page
• Hold proof of onward and return flights
• Hold all documents required for the next destination
• Hold documents showing proof of travel purpose (e.g. business cover or support letter, conference registrations, etc.)
• Hold proof of sufficient funds relative to your intended length of stay
• It is recommended that you confirm with your airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa

A visa takes anywhere from 2 days to 15+ days to process in the Guatemala Embassy/Consulate depending on the consulate that we need to send the application. The processing time for a visa is dependent on several factors and can change without notice at the consulate’s discretion. Please refer to our service selection page for the most up-to-date processing times for Guatemala visas.

• No visa is required for this destination for a stay of up to 90 days. Please keep in mind that while a visa is not required, you must:
• Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
• Hold proof of onward/return flights
• Hold all documents required for the next destination
• Hold proof of sufficient funds relative to your intended length of stay.
• Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change

Guatemalan quetzal is used in the country. You can obtain the same from any licensed foreign exchange operator or a bank.

You can use the visas of Honduras, El Salvador and Nicaragua to enter Guatemala.

• Visa-exempt for a stay of up to 90 days. The traveler must:
• Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with two blank visa pages
• Hold proof of sufficient funds
• Hold proof of onward/return airline tickets
• Hold proof of purpose of the trip
• Hold all documents required for the next destination
• Hold a visa for the next destination, if required
• Confirm with the airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change
• EVisas recommends that all travelers check with their airline prior to departure that boarding will be permitted without a visa. There is no guarantee entry will be allowed.

Grilled beef, chicken Rice, beans, tortillas, tropical fruit, and fresh vegetables are some of the standard foods that travelers can expect in Guatemala. A few Mexican dishes such as tamales and enchiladas are also common.

The official currency of Guatemala is quetzal (Q). US Dollars are accepted in most places but be sure to have local currency on hand.

November through April is the dry season in the country making it the best time to visit the country.

Guatemala is a great destination for a family and the tourist-centric areas are well accustomed to interacting with families. Guatemalans are a friendly and welcoming community willing to share with their guests their customs and traditions.

For most of the country, the best time of year to visit is during the height of the dry season, December to February. April and May are the hottest months; July – September tending to be the wettest.

Guatemala is six hours behind GMT (same as CST). They do not observe daylight-savings time so during these months (April-October), Guatemala is on MST.