Ordinary Nigerian passport · Tourism

Do Nigerians need a visa for Guatemala?

Yes. Nigerian passport holders need a visa for Guatemala, and it must be obtained before you travel.

Last reviewed 29 September 2026 · Where this comes from

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Guatemala · Visa required

You need a visa before you travel

Nigerian passport holders need a visa for Guatemala, arranged before departure.

How to enter

Apply at a Guatemalan embassy or consulate.

What to carry

  • Nigerian passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your trip, plus any old passports
  • Completed visa application form
  • Recent passport photographs
  • Bank statements, usually for the last 6 months
  • Employment letter, or CAC business registration documents if self-employed
  • Return flight reservation
  • Hotel booking or invitation letter
  • Travel insurance
  • Yellow fever vaccination card (yellow card)
Other visasGuatemala’s exemption for holders of US, Canadian or Schengen visas explicitly excludes Nigerian nationals.
HealthNigeria is a yellow fever country. Many destinations and airlines ask travellers from Nigeria for a yellow fever certificate, so keep your yellow card with your passport.

Checked against official and news sources, September 2026. The border officer makes the final decision.

Common questions about Guatemala

Do Nigerians need a visa for Guatemala?

Yes. Nigerian passport holders need a visa for Guatemala, and it must be obtained before you travel.

Can I visit Guatemala with a US, UK or Schengen visa?

Guatemala’s exemption for holders of US, Canadian or Schengen visas explicitly excludes Nigerian nationals.

What documents do Nigerians need to visit Guatemala?

Commonly checked documents: nigerian passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your trip, plus any old passports; completed visa application form; recent passport photographs; bank statements, usually for the last 6 months; employment letter, or CAC business registration documents if self-employed; return flight reservation.

How do Nigerians apply for a Guatemala visa?

Apply at a Guatemalan embassy or consulate.