Guatemalan visa for Spanish citizens
A visa is NOT required for Spanish passport holders visiting Guatemala for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Spanish citizens to enter Guatemala for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Guatemala e-visa for Spanish citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Guatemala visa on arrival for Spanish citizens | Not Available | |
Guatemala tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Spanish 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 Spain, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Guatemala nearest your place of residence.
- Madrid: The Embassy of Guatemala in Madrid, Spain (Working hours: Close now)
Guatemala visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Guatemala diplomatic mission offices to Spain for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Spain traveling to Guatemala from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Spain) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 28,860 | N/A |
| 2009 | 19,921 | -30.97% |
| 2010 | 21,149 | 6.16% |
| 2011 | 21,924 | 3.66% |
| 2012 | 22,680 | 3.45% |
| 2013 | 23,134 | 2.00% |
| 2014 | 25,912 | 12.01% |
| 2015 | 27,840 | 7.44% |
| 2016 | 29,957 | 7.60% |
| 2017 | 31,374 | 4.73% |
| 2018 | 33,661 | 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 & Spain comparison
Guatemala's area is approximately 107,160 km2 (41,374 sq mi), while the area of Spain is approximately 498,800 km2 (192,587 sq mi). This means Spain is 4.65 times bigger than Guatemala.
As of October 2025, Guatemala's population is ~19.6 million people - 27,230,741 fewer people than the population of Spain.
We have highlighted Guatemala & Spain’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Guatemala | Spain | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 19,617,546 | 46,848,287 | 27.2 million fewer people live in Guatemala than Spain |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 9 | 215 | Guatemala has 206 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Spain. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 95 | 144 | Guatemala passport holders visit 49 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 54 | 492 | Guatemalan hosts 438 fewer foreign missions than Spain. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Spain travel to Guatemala in one year?
The number of visitors from Spain visiting Guatemala in 2018 was approximately 33,661.
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| Humidity | 86% | |
| Wind | 3.6 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 13:42 PM | |
Useful Information
- Guatemala City to Madrid: 8993.42 km (5588.25 mi)
- Travel time: 18 hours 44 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025