How to get a Guatemala visa from Ghana

• This is the type of visa issued to persons visiting Guatemala for tourism purposes.
• You can also visit family and friends and attend festivals while on this visa.
• All visitors to Guatemala must carry a valid passport.
• Applicants seeking this visa need to submit an invitation letter from a family member or host living in Guatemala.
• This letter should clearly state the address and contact details of the host, as well as the applicant’s relationship with them.
• During the visa application, you will need to provide proof of sufficient funds to last the duration of your stay.
• Proof of accommodation or hotel reservation is also required.
• The Guatemala tourist visa is valid for 90 days.
• You are advised to exit the country before your visa expires.
• Applicants are also required to submit a proof of yellow fever vaccination.

• This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to Guatemala for business purposes.
• You will need to provide an invitation letter from the Guatemalan company you will be visiting.
• This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
• If the intention is to attend a meeting or seminar, a confirmation or invitation from the conference organizer/institution is required.
• If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 2 recent months) is required.
• Self-employed people may need to submit proof of business registration.
• You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
• It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.

The official currency used in Guatemala is the Guatemalan Quetzal (GTQ).

There is currently no Guatemalan embassy in Ghana. Applicants are advised to use consulates in neighboring countries for their applications.

Guatemala is not very safe. Violent crime, such as armed robbery and murder, is common, as well as gang activity, extortion and drug trafficking.

Guatemala is located in Central America. It is bound by Mexico to the north and west, the Pacific Ocean to the southwest, Belize and the Caribbean Sea to the east and Honduras and El Salvador to the southeast.

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