Bahrain passport → Guatemala

Guatemala visa for citizens of Bahrain

Visa-free

Citizens of Bahrain can visit Guatemala without a visa for up to 90 days.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Government fee	No visa fee
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required

How to apply

1
Check passport validity
Ensure passport is valid at the time of entry.
2
Complete electronic declaration form online
Fill out the 'Regional Sworn Travel Declaration' at the official SAT website before travel.
3
Save or print the QR code
The completed form provides a QR code — keep it accessible for customs upon arrival and departure.
4
Travel to Guatemala
Present passport at immigration upon arrival; stay up to 90 days as a tourist.
5
Declare currency if carrying ≥10,000 USD
Declare source and purpose of funds when entering or exiting with 10,000 USD or more.
6
Complete exit declaration before departure
Complete the same online form and show QR code when leaving Guatemala.
7
Pay overstay fine if applicable
If staying longer than 90 days, pay daily fine in cash at the airport before departure.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport valid at time of entry
Must be valid on arrival.

Travel

Electronic immigration and customs declaration form (DEDJ) completed online before travel
Must be filled out online before each entry and exit.
QR code from DEDJ form (printed or digital to show to customs)
Produce after collecting luggage to customs agents.

Good to know

Travel advisory Level 3: Reconsider travel due to crime and terrorism, with Level 4 areas (San Marcos, Huehuetenango, Zone 18 in Guatemala City, Villa Nueva) where travel is prohibited.
Gang-related violence, robbery, carjacking, assaults occur; local law enforcement capacity is limited.
Do not use white taxis, chicken buses, or public transport; use trusted taxis/Uber.
Never leave drinks unattended; avoid displaying wealth in public.
Hiking trails/volcanoes require a qualified local guide; robberies are possible.
It is illegal to bring guns, ammunition, or spent shells into Guatemala — prison sentence 4-8 years.

Common refusal reasons

Passport not valid at time of entry

Ensure passport is valid before traveling.

Failure to complete the electronic immigration and customs declaration form

Complete the online DEDJ form before each entry and exit.

Attempting to bring firearms, ammunition, or spent shells into Guatemala

Do not bring any guns or ammunition, including casings.

Overstaying 90-day tourist period without paying fine

Leave within 90 days or pay the daily cash fine at the airport departure counters.

Carrying ≥10,000 USD without declaring source and purpose

Declare currency and supporting documentation at entry/exit if carrying 10,000 USD or more.

FAQ

Do citizens of Bahrain need a visa for Guatemala?

Citizens of Bahrain can visit Guatemala without a visa for up to 90 days.

How long can citizens of Bahrain stay in Guatemala?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of Bahrain need for Guatemala?

Passport valid at time of entry; Electronic immigration and customs declaration form (DEDJ) completed online before travel; QR code from DEDJ form (printed or digital to show to customs).

Sources

Guatemala International Travel Information
Guatemala Passport Dashboard | Passport Index 2026 (passportindex.org, third-party site)
Visa requirements for Guatemalan citizens - Wikipedia (en.wikipedia.org, third-party site)
cdn.c.sat.gob.gt

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