🇬🇹 Guatemala visa requirements for East Timorese citizens
Yes — East Timorese citizens need a visa to enter Guatemala, normally arranged through an embassy or consulate before traveling.
Entry rules for Timor-Leste passport holders
East Timorese citizens must obtain a visa before traveling to Guatemala. Applications generally go through a Guatemala embassy or consulate and require a completed form, passport photos, proof of accommodation and onward travel, and sometimes travel insurance. Start the process several weeks before your planned trip, as processing times vary.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Guatemala immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
How this compares
The East Timorese passport ranks #99 worldwide, opening 88 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (56 visa-free, 30 with a visa on arrival and 2 with an eTA). Guatemala is not among them — it is one of the 66 destinations that still require an embassy visa or an application before departure.
The reverse trip is easier: Guatemalan citizens can enter Timor-Leste visa on arrival.
Central America is closed to spontaneous travel for East Timorese passport holders: none of its 7 destinations can be entered without an application first.
About Guatemala
- Capital
- Guatemala City
- Region
- Central America
- Currency
- Guatemalan quetzal (Q)
- Languages
- Spanish
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Frequently asked questions
Do East Timorese citizens need a visa for Guatemala?
Yes — East Timorese citizens need a visa to enter Guatemala, normally arranged through an embassy or consulate before traveling.
What currency is used in Guatemala?
The currency in Guatemala is the Guatemalan quetzal (Q). The capital city is Guatemala City.
Is this information up to date?
Current status: Visa required for East Timorese citizens traveling to Guatemala. This page is built from the open Passport Index dataset, which was last updated on 2025-01-12. Visa rules can change between dataset updates, so always confirm with the Guatemala embassy or immigration authority before booking.
More of Americas for East Timorese passport holders
Going the other way? Timor-Leste visa requirements for Guatemalan citizens →
Source data last updated 2025-01-12.