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Austria to Guatemala visa requirements

Austrian passport holders do NOT need a visa for Guatemala. As an EU citizen you may enter visa-free for tourism and stay up to 90 days within the CA-4 region (Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua combined). Austria is a European Union member state, and Guatemala grants visa-free entry to all EU citizens for tourism, business and transit. Holders of an ordinary Austrian passport simply present a passport valid for at least three months beyond the intended stay, together with proof of onward or return travel and (if asked) evidence of sufficient funds. On arrival, immigration issues a tourist stamp/card valid for up to 90 days. Importantly, this 90-day allowance is shared across the four CA-4 countries (Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua) — time spent in any of them counts toward the same 90 days, and is measured within a 180-day window. Officers sometimes stamp a shorter period, so travelers should request the full 90 days. A one-time extension of up to 90 additional days can be requested from the Guatemalan immigration authority (Instituto Guatemalteco de Migración) before the original period expires. There is no visa fee for the visa-free entry; a modest exit/airport security charge may apply on departure. There were no policy changes affecting EU citizens in 2024-2026. A yellow fever certificate is required only if arriving from a country with yellow fever transmission risk.
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/card on arrival)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days (shared across CA-4 countries)
per entry
Entries
Multiple within the validity period
from issue date
Visa fee
0 (no visa fee; minor departure charge may apply)
consular fee only
Processing time
None — granted on arrival at the border
standard track
Validity
90 days within any 180-day period; one-time 90-day extension possible
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your Austrian passport is valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure date from Guatemala and has at least one blank page for the entry stamp.
· 3+ months validity· Blank page
/02
Book onward or return travel
Arrange a confirmed onward or return ticket. Immigration officers and airlines may ask to see proof that you intend to leave within the permitted period.
· Return ticket· Proof of onward travel
/03
Prepare supporting documents
Have evidence of accommodation and sufficient funds available. No visa application is needed, but officers may request these at the border.
· Accommodation· Funds
/04
Check yellow fever requirement
If you are arriving from or have recently transited a country with yellow fever risk, carry a valid international vaccination certificate (effective 10+ days before arrival).
· Only if from risk country
/05
Receive your stamp on arrival
At the airport or land border, present your passport. Explicitly request the full 90-day stay, as officers sometimes write a shorter period. Verify the date written before leaving the counter.
· Request 90 days· Verify stamp
/06
Extend if needed
To stay longer, apply for a one-time extension (up to 90 more days) at the Instituto Guatemalteco de Migración in Guatemala City before your initial period expires.
· Apply before expiry· IGM office
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RequiredAustrian passport valid 3+ months beyond departure
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
RequiredConfirmed return or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking / address)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedEvidence of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedTravel/health insurance covering the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
ConditionalYellow fever certificate (only if arriving from a risk country)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
conditional
RecommendedAwareness that the 90 days are shared across all CA-4 countries
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedPhotocopy of passport carried separately (Guatemalan law requires ID on person)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
recommended
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
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa fee0No visa is required for Austrian/EU citizens for stays up to 90 days
Stay extension (optional)GTQ 0-approx. 250One-time extension at the immigration institute; minor administrative cost may apply
Airport departure / security chargeApprox. USD 30Often already included in the airline ticket price
Total estimate0USD 30incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
EU citizenship grants visa exemption
Guatemala exempts all European Union member-state nationals, including Austria, from short-stay tourist visas.
High
/02
Stamp shorter than 90 days
Officers occasionally write fewer days than the maximum; always request and verify the full 90 days.
Medium
/03
CA-4 shared time limit
Travelers are surprised that days in El Salvador, Honduras or Nicaragua count toward the same 90-day Guatemala allowance.
Medium
/04
Missing onward-travel proof
Airlines or immigration may deny boarding/entry without evidence of an exit within the permitted period.
Medium
/05
Yellow fever certificate from risk countries
Entry can be refused if arriving from a yellow fever risk country without a valid certificate.
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
Austria to Guatemala route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry for Austrian (EU) ordinary passport holders for up to 90 days within the CA-4 region against Wikipedia visa policy of Guatemala, the Austrian Foreign Ministry (BMEIA), and U.S. Embassy CA-4 guidance. No 2024-2026 policy changes affecting EU citizens.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Austrian citizens need a visa for Guatemala?
No. As an EU national, an Austrian ordinary passport holder may enter Guatemala visa-free for tourism and stay up to 90 days.
How long can I stay?+
Can I extend my stay?+
What passport validity do I need?+
Is there any fee on arrival?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
/11 — Passport tools

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