Guatemala
Phone Code
+502
Capital
Guatemala City
Population
18 Million
Native Name
Guatemala
Region
Americas
Central America
Timezone
Central Standard Time (North America
UTC-06:00
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Guatemala is a Central American country known for ancient Mayan civilization, volcanic landscapes, colonial architecture, vibrant indigenous culture, and Lake Atitlán. The heart of the Maya world, Guatemala features well-preserved ruins and living Mayan traditions. Antigua Guatemala, a UNESCO World Heritage colonial city with colorful streets and volcano backdrop, attracts many visitors. Tourists are drawn to Tikal National Park (Mayan ruins), Lake Atitlán and surrounding villages, Antigua colonial architecture, Semuc Champey limestone pools, Pacaya active volcano hikes, Chichicastenango market, Rio Dulce Caribbean coast, Quetzaltenango (Xela) highlands, and rich indigenous culture. Guatemala offers archaeology, adventure, and authentic cultural experiences at affordable prices.
Visa Requirements for Guatemala
Guatemala offers visa-free entry to citizens of many countries including the United States, Canada, all EU member states, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan for tourism or business stays up to 90 days. Guatemala is part of the CA-4 Border Control Agreement with Honduras, El Salvador, and Nicaragua, allowing visa-free movement between these four countries within the 90-day limit (the 90 days apply collectively across all four countries, not per country). Visitors from countries requiring visas must apply through Guatemalan consulates or embassies. Extensions beyond 90 days can be obtained through immigration offices in Guatemala. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from entry date.
Common Visa Types
Visa-Free Entry (90 Days)
For tourism, business, conferences, or visiting friends/family for US, EU, UK, Canada, Australia, and many other nationalities.
CA-4 Agreement Free Movement
Allows travel between Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, and Nicaragua without additional immigration checks at borders.
Visa Required (Consular Application)
For nationalities not eligible for visa-free entry, requiring advance visa from Guatemalan consulate or embassy.
Visa Extension
For visitors wishing to extend stay beyond initial 90-day visa-free period.
Important Travel Information
Cities with missions
Where this country maintains embassies or consulates
Explore different regions and their cities.
- Alta Verapaz 16department
- Baja Verapaz 15department
- Chimaltenango 04department
- Chiquimula 20department
- El Progreso 02department
- Escuintla 05department
- Guatemala 01department
- Huehuetenango 13department
- Izabal 18department
- Jalapa 21department
- Jutiapa 22department
- Petén 17department
- Quetzaltenango 09department
- Quiché 14department
- Retalhuleu 11department
- Sacatepéquez 03department
- San Marcos 12department
- Santa Rosa 06department
- Sololá 07department
- Suchitepéquez 10department
- Totonicapán 08department
- Zacapa19department
Guatemala Embassies Worldwide
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Embassies in Guatemala
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