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 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).
Visa NoteFor stays longer than 90 days nationals will have to apply to the directorate of migration in Guatemala for an extension.
WarningTensions remain high in Rio Dulce and Livingstone in Izabal Department. following the kidnapping, and subsequent later release, of four foreign tourists on 14 March 2007.
Travelers 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).
Travel on public buses (ie repainted US school buses) is advised against for security reasons. There have been reports of violent muggings, including rape and assault against foreigners on these buses. Private inter-city coach services are not included in this restriction and are generally a safer alternative.
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.
In 2007 there has been a marked increase in the number of reported cases of dengue across the region.
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/travelHealth | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Diphtheria | Sometimes | |
| Hepatitis A | Yes | |
| Malaria | Sometimes | |
| Rabies | Sometimes | |
| Tetanus | Yes | |
| Typhoid | Yes | |
| Yellow Fever | No* | |
Health CareThere are both public and private medical facilities in Guatemala City, but state-run hospitals tend to be under-funded and can be unhygienic. Private clinics should be used where possible. Comprehensive travel and medical insurance is strongly advised. Travelers should carry evidence of their insurance at all times, as doctors may be reluctant to treat them otherwise.
Note* A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers over one year of age coming from countries with infected areas.
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