Guatemala visa from Algeria

Last verified: November 2026 (Guatemalan Migration Institute — igm.gob.gt)

Do you need a visa for Guatemala from Algeria?

Yes: a prior visa is needed. For countries classified category C ("visa consultada"), the Guatemalan Migration Institute (IGM) notably requires a Guatemalan guarantor (guarantor certificate + income proof), a criminal-record certificate, a passport copy legalised by a Guatemalan notary, two photos and the purpose of the trip; applications are by appointment and cost USD 25. Check with IGM (igm.gob.gt) or the consulate which category applies to Algeria before preparing the file. For a long stay, study or work, a specific permit is required: a partner agency can guide you.

At a glance

Visa (tourism): Required before departure
Category C ("visa consultada"): Guatemalan guarantor + criminal record + appointment
Fee (tourist visa): USD 25 per application (IGM)
Algeria's category: Check with IGM / the consulate
Passport: valid ≥ 6 months
Study / work / long stay: Specific permit (referred to adviser)
Decision: Guatemalan authorities

By your purpose

Tourism: Tourist or traveller visa (category C: guarantor required)
Business / conferences: Specific IGM visa (conferences, consulting)
Study: Student permit — referred to a licensed adviser
Work / long stay: Permit — referred to a licensed adviser

Documents on entry

Signed application form (IGM)
Passport valid ≥ 6 months + copy legalised by a Guatemalan notary
Criminal-record certificate
Guatemalan guarantor certificate + guarantor's income proof (category C)
Purpose of trip: hotel booking, tour or invitation letter
2 photos + payment receipt (USD 25)

Frequently asked questions

Do Algerians need a visa for Guatemala?

Yes, a prior visa. Check with IGM which category applies to Algeria: in category C a Guatemalan guarantor is required.

What is a Guatemalan guarantor?

A person or company in Guatemala that obtains a guarantor certificate from IGM and proves its income; it carries the visa application.

Need help with a visa, a long stay or study in Guatemala?

Check the entry conditions (visa and arrival formalities) with the official authorities or the competent embassy before booking. For a study or work visa or a long stay, a OuiVisa partner agency guides you.

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Visa application assistance — short and long stay, including study. OuiVisa does not provide immigration advice, residency, work-permit or settlement services; for these we refer you to a licensed adviser.

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