Salvadorian visa for Guatemalan citizens
A visa is NOT required for Guatemalan passport holders visiting El Salvador for a short-term stay: 3 month.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Guatemalan citizens to enter El Salvador for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 3 month |
| Evisa | El Salvador e-visa for Guatemalan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | El Salvador visa on arrival for Guatemalan citizens | Not Available | |
El Salvador tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Guatemalan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in El Salvador.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from El Salvador.
If you are looking for El Salvador visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Guatemala, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of El Salvador nearest your place of residence.
- Guatemala City: The Embassy of El Salvador in Guatemala City, Guatemala (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
El Salvador visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest El Salvador diplomatic mission offices to Guatemala for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Guatemala traveling to El Salvador from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Guatemala) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 124 | N/A |
| 2009 | 91 | -26.61% |
| 2010 | 93 | 2.20% |
| 2011 | 102 | 9.68% |
| 2012 | 107 | 4.90% |
| 2013 | 117 | 9.35% |
| 2014 | 103 | -11.97% |
| 2015 | 120 | 16.50% |
| 2016 | 142 | 18.33% |
| 2017 | 151 | 6.34% |
| 2018 | 158 | 4.64% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
El Salvador & Guatemala comparison
El Salvador's area is approximately 20,720 km2 (8,000 sq mi), while the area of Guatemala is approximately 107,160 km2 (41,374 sq mi). This means Guatemala is 5.17 times bigger than El Salvador.
As of October 2025, El Salvador's population is ~6.7 million people - 12,965,943 fewer people than the population of Guatemala.
We have highlighted El Salvador & Guatemala’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| El Salvador | Guatemala | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 6,651,603 | 19,617,546 | 13.0 million fewer people live in El Salvador than Guatemala |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 94 | 9 | El Salvador has 85 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Guatemala. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 97 | 95 | El Salvador passport holders can visit 2 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 46 | 54 | Salvadorian hosts 8 fewer foreign missions than Guatemala. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Guatemala travel to El Salvador in one year?
The number of visitors from Guatemala visiting El Salvador in 2018 was approximately 158.
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Today’s Forecast
| 19.55°C | ||
| Humidity | 78% | |
| Wind | 11.32 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 18:56 PM | |
Useful Information
- San Salvador to Guatemala City: 239.53 km (148.84 mi)
- Travel time: 3 hours 11 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025