Guatemala visa for Japanese passport holders
A Japanese passport holder can enter Guatemala visa-free for up to 90 days.
Best-effort passport visa-free data — verify against the official source.
Staying longer: every Guatemala visa route
The tourist entry above is for visits. To live and work remotely in Guatemala, these are the routes the catalogue tracks — income thresholds, fees and processing times are below; the full requirements are on the country page, linked to the official source.
Verified November 1, 2026 (Eastern Time) against official sources.
| Route | Type | Stay | Income needed | Fee | Processing | Work | Residency path |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temporary Residence as a Student | student | The length of the school year or university course, extendable for the whole programme | — | — | — | — | |
| CA-4 Tourist Stay | tourist | 90 days (shared across the CA-4 region), extendable | — | 0 USD | On arrival | — | — |
Guatemala visa questions for Japanese passport holders
Do Japanese passport citizens need a visa for Guatemala?
A Japanese passport holder can enter Guatemala visa-free for up to 90 days.
How much does the CA-4 Tourist Stay cost for Japanese passport holders?
The CA-4 Tourist Stay in Guatemala is listed at 0 USD. Our catalogue records one published fee per route rather than a fee per passport, so check the official source for any nationality-specific charge.
How long does the CA-4 Tourist Stay take to process?
The CA-4 Tourist Stay in Guatemala takes On arrival to process.
Can I work remotely in Guatemala on the CA-4 Tourist Stay?
No, work is not allowed on the CA-4 Tourist Stay in Guatemala. It can be renewed.
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Visa rules change often — verify against the official government source linked on the Guatemala page before you travel or apply.