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Verified June 2026

Do Guatemalans need ETIAS?

Yes

Yes. Guatemalan citizens are visa-exempt for short stays, so once ETIAS launches Guatemalans will need an ETIAS authorisation to enter the Schengen area.

Needs ETIAS?
Yes
Cost
€20
Validity
3 yrs
From
Q4 2026

Guatemala's citizens can enter the Schengen area without a visa for short stays, and that visa-free access is why ETIAS will apply. ETIAS is a fast online authorisation, not a visa.

The 90/180 limit governs how long Guatemalans may stay in Schengen; ETIAS is a pre-travel requirement layered on top, not a change to the allowance.

Schengen days versus the Central American 'CA-4'

At home, Guatemala is part of the CA-4 border control agreement with El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua, allowing free movement between those four countries on a single entry. That regional arrangement is entirely separate from Schengen: your Schengen 90/180 count is unaffected by CA-4 travel. Your Guatemalan passport should be valid for at least three months beyond your departure from Europe.

How Guatemalans will apply

When ETIAS launches, Guatemalans will apply online on the official EU portal, pay €20 (free under 18 or over 70), and receive an authorisation linked to their passport for up to 3 years. It is not a visa - see what ETIAS is and how it differs from a visa.

ETIAS gets Guatemalans to the border; it does not extend the stay. Check how many days are left with the free 90/180 calculator.

Frequently asked questions

Do Guatemalans need ETIAS?

Yes. Guatemalan citizens are visa-exempt for short stays, so once ETIAS launches Guatemalans will need an ETIAS authorisation to enter the Schengen area.

How much will ETIAS cost Guatemalans?

€20 per application, free for travellers under 18 or over 70. One authorisation lasts up to 3 years. See ETIAS cost.

When will Guatemalans need ETIAS from?

From the launch of ETIAS, expected in the last quarter of 2026. No exact date is set yet - track it on the ETIAS start date page.

Does ETIAS change the 90-day limit for Guatemalans?

No. ETIAS lets you travel, but the 90/180-day rule still caps short stays at 90 days in any 180. Plan it with the 90/180 calculator.

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