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Do Indonesia passport holders need a visa to visit GT?

Yes, Indonesian ordinary passport holders need a visa to enter Guatemala for tourism. Guatemala places Indonesia in its restricted nationality group, so the consular visa requires prior authorization from Guatemalan immigration (Instituto Guatemalteco de Migracion) before it can be issued. There is no visa-on-arrival or eVisa channel for Indonesian citizens. Indonesia is not among the roughly 86 jurisdictions that Guatemala exempts from visas. Indonesian nationals fall into Guatemala's "Category C" group, meaning a tourist (visitor) visa must be obtained in advance from a Guatemalan diplomatic mission AND requires prior consultation/authorization from Guatemala's immigration authority (Instituto Guatemalteco de Migracion) before issuance. There is no electronic visa, no visa on arrival, and no ETA for Indonesian passport holders. Guatemala is not in the Schengen area, so Schengen and ETIAS rules do not apply. Once granted, a visitor visa generally permits stays of up to 90 days, which are counted across the CA-4 region (Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua) collectively. Standard government fees are about US$25 for a single-entry visa and US$50 for a multiple-entry visa. Because there is no Guatemalan resident embassy in Jakarta, applicants typically apply through the Guatemalan mission accredited to Indonesia (commonly handled via Guatemala's embassy in Tokyo, Japan, or another regionally accredited consulate); confirm the correct mission before applying. Travelers should budget extra time because Category C applications need immigration clearance and can take several weeks.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE 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.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visitor (tourist) visa — consular, with prior immigration authorization (Category C)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days (counted collectively across the CA-4: Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua)
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple, depending on the visa granted
from issue date
Visa fee
US$25 single-entry / US$50 multiple-entry (consular fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
Several weeks (requires immigration authorization before issuance)
standard track
Validity
Typically up to 90 days from issuance; confirm with the issuing consulate
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm the correct Guatemalan mission
Guatemala has no resident embassy in Jakarta. Identify the Guatemalan diplomatic mission accredited to Indonesia (often the Embassy of Guatemala in Tokyo or another regionally accredited consulate) and contact it to confirm current procedures.
· Before applying· Email/phone the mission
/02
Gather required documents
Prepare passport, photos, proof of onward/return travel, accommodation and itinerary, proof of funds, and a completed visa application form.
· Documents
/03
Submit the application for immigration authorization
Because Indonesia is a restricted (Category C) nationality, the mission forwards the application to Guatemala's immigration authority (IGM) for prior authorization before any visa is issued.
· Category C· Prior authorization
/04
Pay the consular fee
Pay the visa fee (about US$25 single-entry or US$50 multiple-entry) as instructed by the consulate.
· US$25 / US$50
/05
Await approval and collect the visa
Wait for the immigration authority's clearance and the consular decision; collect the passport with the visa sticker, allowing several weeks.
· Several weeks
/06
Travel and enter Guatemala
Carry the visa, passport valid at least 6 months, and supporting documents; present them to immigration on arrival.
· At the border
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Indonesian ordinary passport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay
required
Completed Guatemalan visitor visa application form
required
Recent passport-size photographs (per consulate specification)
required
Confirmed round-trip or onward ticket out of Guatemala
required
Proof of accommodation and travel itinerary
required
Proof of sufficient funds for the stay (bank statements)
required
Consular visa fee (US$25 single / US$50 multiple entry)
required
Prior immigration authorization from IGM (handled via the mission)
required
Travel/health insurance for the trip
recommended
Employment letter or proof of ties to Indonesia (to support return)
recommended
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visitor visa — single entryUS$25Up to 90 days, single entry; consular fee
Visitor visa — multiple entryUS$50Up to 90 days, multiple entries; consular fee
Document handling / courierVariesPossible courier or service fees charged by the mission
Total estimateUS$25US$50+incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Expedited / priority (if offered)
Varies
Some missions may offer faster handling, but the immigration authorization step still applies and cannot be skipped.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Indonesia is not visa-exempt for Guatemala
Guatemala exempts roughly 86 nationalities; Indonesia is not among them, so a visa is mandatory for tourism.
High
/02
Restricted (Category C) nationality
Visas for Indonesian nationals are subject to additional processing and require prior authorization from Guatemalan immigration before issuance.
High
/03
No eVisa, VOA, or ETA available
Guatemala offers no electronic visa, visa on arrival, or ETA to Indonesian citizens; the visa must be obtained from a consulate in advance.
Medium
/04
No resident Guatemalan embassy in Indonesia
Applicants must use a regionally accredited mission, adding logistical steps and time.
Medium
/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
Indonesia to Guatemala route verified
Verified against Wikipedia visa policy of Guatemala and visa requirements for Indonesian citizens, plus Sherpa: Indonesia confirmed as visa-required and a restricted (Category C) nationality requiring prior immigration authorization. No eVisa/VOA/ETA. Standard fees US$25/US$50.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Indonesian citizens need a visa for Guatemala?
Yes. Indonesian ordinary passport holders must obtain a visitor (tourist) visa from a Guatemalan consulate before traveling. Indonesia is a restricted nationality, so the visa also needs prior authorization from Guatemala's immigration authority.
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