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Guatemala visa for Nicaraguan citizens
Entry requirement
Nicaraguan citizens do not need a visa for Guatemala: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Guatemalan citizens travelling to Nicaragua
GuatemalaNicaragua Visa-free, 90 days Nicaragua visa for citizens of Guatemala
Travel advice for Guatemala
- US State Department Level 3: Reconsider travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Nicaragua to Guatemala, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Guatemala at Level 3, reconsider travel (updated 11 March 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Guatemala (updated 5 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Guatemala (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Nicaraguan citizens can stay in Guatemala
Nicaraguan citizens may stay in Guatemala for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Guatemala.
Guatemala’s neighbours for Nicaraguan citizens
Honduras, Belize and El Salvador admit Nicaraguan citizens visa-free. Mexico requires Nicaraguan citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Guatemalan citizens travelling to Nicaragua
Guatemalan citizens do not need a visa for Nicaragua: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between Nicaragua and Guatemala.
Frequently asked questions
Do Nicaraguan citizens need a visa for Guatemala?
Nicaraguan citizens do not need a visa for Guatemala: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Nicaraguan citizens stay in Guatemala?
Nicaraguan citizens can stay in Guatemala for up to 90 days.
Do Guatemalan citizens need a visa for Nicaragua?
Guatemalan citizens do not need a visa for Nicaragua: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Can Nicaraguan citizens enter Guatemala visa-free?
Yes, Nicaraguan citizens can enter Guatemala without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.