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Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) to Guatemala visa requirements

No visa needed. Taiwan ordinary passport holders can enter Guatemala visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days. Taiwan (Republic of China) and Guatemala maintain full diplomatic relations, and Guatemala grants Taiwanese ordinary passport holders visa-free entry for tourism and short business visits of up to 90 days. No advance visa, eVisa, or visa-on-arrival is required. Guatemala is part of the Central America-4 (CA-4) Border Control Agreement with El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua, so the 90-day allowance is shared across all four countries within the same continuous stay — time spent in any CA-4 member counts toward the single 90-day limit, and the clock only resets after you leave the CA-4 zone for a non-member country. At immigration you receive an entry stamp; carry a passport valid for at least 6 months, proof of onward/return travel, and evidence of sufficient funds. Stays beyond 90 days require an extension from the Dirección General de Migración or a consular visa. Guatemala is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply here.
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
per entry
Entries
Multiple (per the CA-4 90-day combined allowance)
from issue date
Visa fee
None (no entry/tourist fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
None — granted at the border on arrival
standard track
Validity
90 days from entry, shared across the CA-4 zone
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your Taiwan ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your entry date and has at least one blank page for stamps.
· 6 months validity· 1 blank page
/02
Book onward or return travel
Buy a confirmed onward or return ticket. Airlines and Guatemalan immigration may ask to see it before boarding or at the border.
· Required at check-in· Shown at border
/03
Prepare proof of funds and accommodation
Have evidence of sufficient funds (cards, cash, or bank statement) and your first nights' hotel booking or host address.
· Funds proof· Address/hotel
/04
Note the CA-4 90-day rule
If you plan to also visit El Salvador, Honduras, or Nicaragua, remember the 90 days is a combined total across all four countries until you leave the zone.
· CA-4 shared limit
/05
Arrive and receive your entry stamp
At Guatemalan immigration, present your passport; the officer stamps you in for up to 90 days. No visa or fee is required.
· Stamp on arrival· No fee
/06
Extend if staying longer
To stay beyond 90 days, apply for an extension at the Dirección General de Migración in Guatemala City before your stamp expires.
· DGM Guatemala City· Apply before expiry
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RequiredTaiwan 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
RequiredConfirmed onward or return ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RecommendedAccommodation booking or host address
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedAwareness of CA-4 combined 90-day limit
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
OptionalPrinted or digital itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
optional
OptionalYellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic country
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
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 requirements for Taiwanese citizens — Wikipedia
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa fee0No visa required for Taiwan passport holders
Entry/immigration fee0No fee charged for the entry stamp on arrival
Stay extension (optional)GTQ variesOnly if extending beyond 90 days, paid at the Dirección General de Migración
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism / sightseeing
Visiting Antigua, Lake Atitlán, Tikal, and other attractions on the standard 90-day visa-free stamp.
High
/02
Visiting family or friends
Short social visits to residents in Guatemala, covered by visa-free entry.
Medium
/03
Short business trips and meetings
Attending meetings, conferences, or exploratory business visits within the 90-day allowance.
Medium
/04
Multi-country Central America itinerary
Combining Guatemala with El Salvador, Honduras, or Nicaragua under the shared CA-4 90-day window.
Medium
/05
Transit to onward destinations
Brief stopovers en route to other Central or South American countries.
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
Taiwan to Guatemala route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry for up to 90 days for Taiwan ordinary passport holders against Wikipedia visa pages, U.S. State Department, and UK GOV.UK entry guidance; noted CA-4 combined 90-day rule and 6-month passport validity.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Taiwan passport holders need a visa for Guatemala?
No. Taiwan ordinary passport holders can enter Guatemala visa-free for tourism or business for up to 90 days. Taiwan and Guatemala maintain full diplomatic relations.
How long can I stay in Guatemala visa-free?+
How much does entry cost?+
What documents do I need at the border?+
Can I extend my stay beyond 90 days?+
Does the Schengen ETIAS apply to Guatemala?+
/11 — Passport tools

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