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Argentina to Guatemala visa requirements

Argentine ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa for tourism in Guatemala. You receive a free entry stamp on arrival for up to 90 days, which is shared across the entire CA-4 region (Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua). Argentina is on Guatemala's visa-exemption list (Category A), so Argentine citizens travelling on an ordinary passport for tourism enter visa-free. Immigration grants a tourist stamp valid for up to 90 days at no cost. Crucially, Guatemala is part of the Central America-4 (CA-4) Border Control Agreement together with El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua: the 90-day allowance is a single regional clock that starts at your first point of entry into ANY of the four countries and is NOT renewed by crossing internal CA-4 borders. Guatemala is in Central America and is NOT in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. To enter, carry a passport valid for at least six months with a blank page, proof of onward/return travel, proof of sufficient funds, and accommodation details. If you wish to stay beyond 90 days, you can request a single 90-day extension at the immigration office (Instituto Guatemalteco de Migracion) for a small fee (around US$15), or you must leave the entire CA-4 region. No eVisa, visa-on-arrival application, or ETA is required for short tourist visits.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free entry (tourist stamp on arrival)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days (shared across the CA-4 region)
per entry
Entries
Multiple within the validity of the 90-day regional period
from issue date
Visa fee
No fee (US$0); ~US$15 only if extending in-country
consular fee only
Processing time
None - stamped at the port of entry
standard track
Validity
90 days from first entry into any CA-4 country
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport is valid
Ensure your Argentine ordinary passport is valid for at least six months beyond entry and has at least one blank page for the stamp.
· 6+ months validity· 1 blank page
/02
Book onward or return travel
Arrange a return or onward ticket out of the CA-4 region. Airlines and immigration may ask for proof before boarding or at the border.
· Onward ticket· Proof at check-in
/03
Prepare supporting documents
Carry printed accommodation bookings and evidence of sufficient funds for the duration of your stay.
· Hotel/host details· Funds proof
/04
Travel to Guatemala
No visa application is needed in advance. Fly or cross a land border into Guatemala (or any CA-4 country) as a tourist.
· No pre-application
/05
Receive your entry stamp
At the port of entry, immigration stamps a tourist permit for up to 90 days at no cost. The clock starts here for the whole CA-4 region.
· Up to 90 days· Free
/06
Extend or exit before 90 days
If you need more time, apply for an extension at the Instituto Guatemalteco de Migracion before the 90 days expire; otherwise leave the entire CA-4 zone to avoid fines.
· Extension office· Avoid overstay fines
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Argentina -> Guatemala · Visa-free entry (tourist stamp on arrival)
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RequiredArgentine ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond entry
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredReturn or onward ticket out of the CA-4 region
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedConfirmed accommodation or host address
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredAwareness that 90 days is shared across Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedTravel/health insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
OptionalPrinted itinerary for immigration questions
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
optional
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Visa policy of Guatemala - Wikipedia
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist entry (visa-free stamp)US$0No charge for the on-arrival tourist permit of up to 90 days
In-country stay extension~US$15Optional - only if extending beyond 90 days at the migration office
Single-entry tourist visa (not applicable to Argentines)US$50Reference only; required for nationalities that are NOT visa-exempt
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Visa-exemption agreement
Argentina is on Guatemala's Category A visa-exemption list, so ordinary passport holders enter without a visa for tourism.
High
/02
CA-4 regional 90-day rule
The 90 days are shared across Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua and start at first entry; crossing internal borders does not reset the clock.
High
/03
Six-month passport validity
Entry can be refused if the passport has less than six months validity remaining, even for short trips.
Medium
/04
Onward travel proof
Airlines and border officers may require evidence of a return or onward ticket out of the region.
Medium
/05
Overstay fines
Staying beyond 90 days without an extension can lead to fines on departure.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
Argentina to Guatemala route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry for Argentine ordinary passport holders with a 90-day CA-4 regional tourist stamp; verified against Guatemala visa policy and CA-4 sources. No Schengen/ETIAS applicability (Central America).
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Argentine citizens need a visa for Guatemala?
No. Argentina is on Guatemala's visa-exemption list. Ordinary passport holders receive a free tourist stamp on arrival for up to 90 days.
How long can I stay?+
Does leaving Guatemala for El Salvador reset my 90 days?+
Is there a fee?+
Can I extend my stay?+
Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply?+
/11 — Passport tools

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