Vietnam Visa for Guatemalan Citizens
- Highlights
- Do Guatemalan passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
- Are there exceptions or visa exemptions available?
- Can Guatemalan citizens get an e-visa?
- Can Guatemalan citizens get a visa-on-arrival?
- Vietnam E-visa versus Vietnam Visa-on-arrival - Which one is better?
- Can Guatemalan citizens apply for a visa at the Vietnamese Embassy?
- Summary
- Visa samples and downloads
As of 2025, Guatemalan citizens must have a valid visa to enter Vietnam and are eligible for the 90-day E-visa (single/multiple entry). The following documents may be required:
- Guatemalan Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the arrival date.
- Passport has at least 2 blank visa pages.
| Type of visa | Requirements | Maximum stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | Visa required | N/A |
| E-visa | Not Eligible | N/A |
Highlights
- All Guatemalan citizens require a visa to enter Vietnam.
- Guatemalan citizens can apply for an e-visa, visa on arrival, or a visa sticker through a local Vietnamese embassy or consulate.
- Processing time varies from 3-7 working days, visa fee starts from 25 USD(~194 GTQ), with fast-track service available.
Do Guatemalan passport holders need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes.
Guatemalan passport holders need a visa to visit Vietnam. This applies to all purposes of entry, including:
- Tourism
- Business
- Visiting relatives
- Investment
- Journalism
Are there exceptions or visa exemptions available?
Can Guatemalan citizens get an e-visa?
Yes.
In fact this is now the most convenient way for Guatemalan visitors to obtain a visa for Vietnam.
Validity
Up to 90 days, single or multiple entry
Processing time and fee
Processing time: 3–7 business days
Fee: $25 (single entry) or $50 (multiple entry)
How to apply
Apply online via the official government portal: evisa.gov.vn
Or apply through a visa agency.
If you apply for an e-visa with us the processing time and fees are as follows:
| Type of visa | Processing time | Fee* |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Month Multiple Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 622 GTQ |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 894 GTQ | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 956 GTQ | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 1,151 GTQ | |
| 3 Month Multiple Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 622 GTQ |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 894 GTQ | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 956 GTQ | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 1,151 GTQ | |
| 3 Month Single Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 428 GTQ |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 700 GTQ | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 762 GTQ | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 956 GTQ | |
| 1 Month Single Entry (Tourism) | Standard processing (5-7 working days) | 428 GTQ |
| Urgent 2 Working Days (Mon-Fri) | 700 GTQ | |
| Urgent 1 Working Day (Mon-Fri) | 762 GTQ | |
| Emergency (4 Working Hours) | 956 GTQ |
* The fee already includes visa processing fee and government visa fee
Can Guatemalan citizens get a visa-on-arrival?
Yes.
But please note that you need a pre-approved visa letter before boarding the plane to Vietnam. Upon arrival at Vietnamese airport you need to present this letter along with your passport to get the visa stamp and enter Vietnam.
Validity
Up to 30 days, single or multiple entry
Processing time and fee
Processing time: 3–5 business days
Fee: $25 (single entry) or $50 (multiple entry) plus the visa approval letter fee.
How to apply
Apply online through a visa agency.
If you apply for a visa-on-arrival with us the processing time and fees are as follows:
| Type of visa | Processing time | Fee* |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Month Single Entry | 05 Working Days | 194 GTQ |
| 03 Working Days | 428 GTQ | |
| 02 Working Days | 505 GTQ | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 3 Month Single Entry | 05 Working Days | 272 GTQ |
| 03 Working Days | 428 GTQ | |
| 02 Working Days | 583 GTQ | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 1 Month Multiple Entry | 05 Working Days | 272 GTQ |
| 03 Working Days | 505 GTQ | |
| 02 Working Days | 583 GTQ | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us | |
| 3 Month Multiple Entry | 05 Working Days | 350 GTQ |
| 03 Working Days | 583 GTQ | |
| 02 Working Days | 661 GTQ | |
| Super Urgent (2-4 Working Hours) | Contact us |
* The fee does NOT include the visa stamp fee at the Vietnam airport.
Vietnam E-visa versus Vietnam Visa-on-arrival - Which one is better?
It depends on your personal preference.
Below we list the pros and cons of Vietnam e-visa and Vietnam visa on arrival which you can decide which one works best for you as Guatemalan citizens.
| E-Visa | Visa On Arrival | |
|---|---|---|
| Guatemalan citizens can apply | Yes | Yes |
| Airport/ Seaport/ Landport | All airports/ Seaports/ Landports | Only airport |
| Max stay | 90 days | 30 days |
| Wait time at airport | None | 30 minutes on average |
| Processing time | 3-5 working days | 2-4 working days |
| Fast track service available | Yes | Yes |
| Fastest processing time (fast-track service) | 4-8 hours | 2 hours |
| Document received | E-visa (pdf) to your email |
- Visa approval letter (pdf) to your emai
- Visa stamp at Vietnam airport |
| Fee | $25-$50 | Varies |
| How easy to obtain (out of 5 with 5 being the easier) | 4.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Pros | No need to wait at Vietnam airport | No need to submit photo thus reduce risk of delay |
| Cons | Can meet with delay if you do not submit quality passport photos and photos scan | 30 minutes wait time at Vietnam airport to get visa stamp |
| Common issues |
Wrong details on application (name spelling/ name order/ date of birth/ passport
expiration date)
Photos do not meet requirement (photo format, background light) |
Forget to obtain the visa approval letter prior to boarding plane |
Can Guatemalan citizens apply for a visa at the Vietnamese Embassy?
Yes.
You can apply in person or by mail for a visa to enter Vietnam at the closest
Vietnamese Embassy or consulate. Since each of them can require a slightly different
set of documents it is best to contact them directly and fulfill the requirement.
Below is the listings of Vietnamese embassies and consulates in Guatemala:
Office closures
Office hours may change during Vietnamese and Guatemalan public holidays. Please contact the consular office in advance to confirm opening times.
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Army Day | June 30, 2025 |
| Independence Day | Sept. 2, 2025 |
| Independence Day | Sept. 15, 2025 |
| Dia de la raza | Oct. 12, 2025 |
Summary
- Guatemalan visitors need a valid passport and visa to enter Vietnam.
- Current available method of application: e-visa/ visa-on-arrival/ visa at the embassy.
- Allow at least 2 weeks in advance of your trip to apply for your visa. However if you are late you can always get a fast track service to get the visa on time for your travel.
- Take into account Vietnam public holiday which will affect your visa processing time.
- Each method of visa application requires a different set of information, make sure to read instructions carefully and provide the necessary information and documents.
Visa samples and downloads
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