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Do I need a visa for Guatemala with a British passport?

Short answer
No

No visa required for stays up to 90 days.

What you need

Guatemala at a glance

RegionNorth America
Everyday prices42 on our price index (US = 100)
PowerType A/B sockets, 120/208 V, 60 Hz

On cost, Guatemala is one of the more affordable places to visit: everyday prices sit at about 42 on a global index where the United States is 100. See how Guatemala compares to 179 countries.

Pack a plug adapter: British devices use Type G/D/M, but Guatemala uses Type A/B. Voltage differs too (120/208 V there versus 230/400 V at home), so check for a dual-voltage label before plugging in. Full plug and voltage guide for Guatemala.

Common questions

Do British citizens need a visa for Guatemala?

No. No visa required for stays up to 90 days.

How long can a British passport holder stay in Guatemala?

Up to 90 days on this entry type. Longer stays require a different visa category.

Is the visa information on this page official?

No. This is a summary compiled from a public passport-requirement dataset and can lag rule changes. Always confirm with Guatemala's embassy or official immigration portal before you travel.

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