Sri Lanka passport → Guatemala
Do Sri Lankan citizens need a visa for Guatemala?
Sri Lankan passport holders need a visa for Guatemala, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre. If you hold a Australia, Canada, GCC residence or similar, it can be easier: see below.
What this means for your trip
- Start early. Some countries take the whole application online; others need a visa-centre appointment for fingerprints, and waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, tax returns, an employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
Easier if you already hold another visa
Sri Lankan passport holders who hold one of these documents can get Visa-free90 days instead:
- Australia visa or PR
- Canada visa or PR
- GCC residence (UAE, Saudi, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain)
- US Green Card
- UK residence permit
- EU / Schengen residence
Valid residence permit (not a visitor visa) from Australia, Canada, a Gulf state, the US, the UK or a Schengen state.
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Guatemala at a glance
- Capital
- Guatemala City
- Currency
- Guatemalan quetzal (GTQ)
- Languages
- Spanish
- Calling code
- +502
- Region
- Central America
Guatemala for other passports
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free90 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa required
SingaporeVisa-free90 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required- Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
Nearby in Central America for Sri Lankan passport holders
BelizeVisa required
Costa RicaVisa required
El SalvadorVisa required
HondurasVisa required
MexicoVisa required
NicaraguaVisa required
PanamaVisa required
Common questions
Do Sri Lankan citizens need a visa for Guatemala?
Sri Lankan passport holders need a visa for Guatemala, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre.
How long can Sri Lankan citizens stay in Guatemala?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Sri Lankan citizens get a visa on arrival in Guatemala?
Not under the standard rules.
Is Guatemala easier for Sri Lankan citizens with a US, UK or Schengen visa?
Yes. With a qualifying Australia, Canada, GCC residence, Green Card, UK residence, EU residence, Sri Lankan citizens get visa free for up to 90 days. Valid residence permit (not a visitor visa) from Australia, Canada, a Gulf state, the US, the UK or a Schengen state.
How many countries can Sri Lankan citizens visit without a visa?
37 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Sri Lanka passport ranks #86 of 93 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0). Updated weekly. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.