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🇺🇸 Does an American need a visa for Guatemala 🇬🇹?
No. American passport holders can visit Guatemala without a visa for up to 90 days.
Checked against Wikipedia's list of visa requirements for American citizens on 2026-10-04. Entry rules change: confirm with the embassy of Guatemala or its official government website before you travel.
⚠ U.S. State Department travel advisory for Guatemala: Level 3: Reconsider Travel (updated 12 March 2026). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.
What this means for your trip
Visa-free entry lets you arrive with a valid passport and pass border control without applying in advance.
Border officers can still ask for a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation and enough money for your stay, and they decide on entry. The stay limit applies per visit; many countries also cap total days within a period.
Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.
Guatemala at a glance
Capital: Guatemala City · Currency: Guatemalan quetzal (GTQ, Q) · Official languages: Spanish · Calling code: +502
Plugs and voltage
Your plugs fit: every plug type used in the United States (A, B) works with sockets in Guatemala.
More about entering Guatemala →
Your embassy in Guatemala
If your passport is lost or stolen, or you need help in an emergency in Guatemala, contact the embassy of the United States:
- Embassy of the United States, Guatemala City · Avenida Reforma 7-01 · gt.usembassy.gov
Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.
The other way round
🇬🇹 Guatemalan passport holders visiting the United States: Guatemalan passport holders need a visa for the United States, applied for at an embassy or consulate of the United States before travelling.
The American passport at a glance
All destinations for United States passport holders → · Who needs a visa for Guatemala →
Questions
Do American citizens need a visa for Guatemala?
American passport holders can visit Guatemala without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can an American stay in Guatemala without a visa?
Up to 90 days per visit, according to the latest data. The border officer decides on entry.
Does a Guatemalan need a visa for the United States?
Guatemalan passport holders need a visa for the United States, applied for at an embassy or consulate of the United States before travelling.