Guatemalan visa for French citizens
A visa is NOT required for French passport holders visiting Guatemala for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For French citizens to enter Guatemala for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Guatemala e-visa for French citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Guatemala visa on arrival for French citizens | Not Available | |
Guatemala tourist visa requirements:
- Holding French passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Guatemala.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Guatemala.
If you are looking for Guatemala visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from France, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Guatemala nearest your place of residence.
- Paris: The Embassy of Guatemala in Paris, France (Working hours: Close now)
Guatemala visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Guatemala diplomatic mission offices to France for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from France traveling to Guatemala from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (France) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 54,972 | N/A |
| 2009 | 37,944 | -30.98% |
| 2010 | 40,284 | 6.17% |
| 2011 | 41,760 | 3.66% |
| 2012 | 43,200 | 3.45% |
| 2013 | 44,064 | 2.00% |
| 2014 | 49,356 | 12.01% |
| 2015 | 53,028 | 7.44% |
| 2016 | 57,060 | 7.60% |
| 2017 | 59,760 | 4.73% |
| 2018 | 64,116 | 7.29% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Guatemala & France comparison
Guatemala's area is approximately 107,160 km2 (41,374 sq mi), while the area of France is approximately 547,557 km2 (211,412 sq mi). This means France is 5.11 times bigger than Guatemala.
As of October 2025, Guatemala's population is ~19.6 million people - 46,373,973 fewer people than the population of France.
We have highlighted Guatemala & France’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Guatemala | France | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 19,617,546 | 65,991,519 | 46.4 million fewer people live in Guatemala than France |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 9 | 267 | Guatemala has 258 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with France. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 95 | 143 | Guatemala passport holders visit 48 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 54 | 479 | Guatemalan hosts 425 fewer foreign missions than France. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from France travel to Guatemala in one year?
The number of visitors from France visiting Guatemala in 2018 was approximately 64,116.
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| Humidity | 86% | |
| Wind | 2.06 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 13:34 PM | |
Useful Information
- Guatemala City to Paris: 9732.85 km (6047.71 mi)
- Travel time: 20 hours 16 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025