Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | No | No |
| Australian | Yes | No | No |
| Canadian | Yes | No | No |
| USA | Yes | No | No |
| Other EU | Yes | No | No |
PassportsPassport valid for
at least six months required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
VisasNot required by all nationals of countries referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see
General Info).
WarningTravelers should be on their guard and exercise great caution as violent crime is common throughout Guatemala, and has affected tourists.
Visitors should avoid traveling on some roads in Guatemala, because of criminal attacks on cars and buses (contact the organizations below for further information).
The number of tourists being targeted by criminals is increasing, especially those arriving at the airport and traveling towards hotels in the business areas of Guatemala City (Zones 9 and 10). Travelers should take great care when leaving the airport vicinity.
Armed robbery is becoming more usual in Antigua, Guatemala, and even the main areas of town during daylight hours have seen attacks. Visitors should be on their guard at all times.
Visitors should avoid traveling at night or visiting remote places unaccompanied.
Travelers should carry a photocopy of the personal details page of their passport at all times for identification purposes.
The threat from terrorism is low, but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which, could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
The hurricane/rainy season in Guatemala normally runs from April to November.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website:
www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State Website:
http://travel.state.gov/travel Health | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Yellow Fever | No | 1 |
| Cholera | Yes | 2 |
| Typhoid and Polio | 3 | N/A |
| Malaria | 4 | N/A |
Health CareThere are both public and private medical facilities in Guatemala City, but comprehensive travel and medical insurance is strongly advised before traveling. Some hotels offer doctor’s services to their guests.
Note1A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers over one year of age coming from countries with infected areas.
2Following WHO guidelines issued in 1973, a cholera vaccination certificate is no longer a condition of entry into Guatemala. However, cases of cholera were reported in 1996 and precautions are essential. Up-to-date advice should be sought before deciding whether these precautions should include vaccination as medical opinion is divided over its effectiveness.
3Typhoid occurs.
4Malaria risk exists throughout the year below 1500m (4921ft), especially in Alta Verapaz, Baja Verapan, Ixcan, Petén and San Marcos. Chloroquine is the recommended prophylaxis. There is no risk in Antigua or Lake Atitlán.
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