United States
Guatemala
Guatemala visa for US citizens
Entry requirement
Guatemala admits US citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at embaguateusa.gob.gt
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Guatemalan citizens travelling to the United States
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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.
For a trip from the United States to Guatemala, the published travel advice reads as follows: 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).
Good to know
How long US citizens can stay in Guatemala
US citizens may stay in Guatemala for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Guatemala.
Guatemala’s neighbours for US citizens
Mexico, Honduras, Belize and El Salvador admit US citizens visa-free.
Guatemalan citizens travelling to the United States
The United States requires Guatemalan citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do US citizens need a visa for Guatemala?
Guatemala admits US citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can US citizens stay in Guatemala?
US citizens can stay in Guatemala for up to 90 days.
Do Guatemalan citizens need a visa for the United States?
The United States requires Guatemalan citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can US citizens enter Guatemala visa-free?
Yes, US 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.