Guatemala: was man vor der Reise wissen sollte
Das Wichtigste
- Complete the online declaration and get an entry stamp. Japanese embassy guidance updated September 2026 allows submission from 15 days before travel.
- Violent crime and roadblocks can affect tourist routes; avoid night travel and use reputable transport.
Einreise und Visa
British tourists can enter visa-free for up to 90 days. The CA-4 clock is shared with neighbouring members and does not reset at each border; Honduras still has separate visa requirements for British citizens. Complete the SAT electronic declaration for air entry and exit and save its QR code.
Online-Einreiseformulare und Genehmigungen
- SAT Regional Traveller Declaration ↗ Pflicht
Before air entry/exit; Japanese embassy says up to 15 days ahead · All air arrivals/departures; land and sea rules differ
Gültigkeit des Reisepasses: UK advice: at least 6 months after arrival and 2 blank pages.
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Geld
Bargeld und Karten sind beide üblich. Karten vor allem in Städten und Touristenorten.
Apple Pay — keine Daten · Google Pay — keine Daten
- Cards are widely accepted in Guatemala City, Antigua and tourist destinations; carry cash outside these areas.
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Regeln und Verbote
Gesetze, gegen die Reisende unwissentlich verstoßen
- Carry identification; original/certified copies may be required in San Pedro La Laguna.
- Do not photograph people, especially children, without permission.
- Mobile-phone use while driving is illegal.
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Kultur und Kleidung
Religion: Ask before entering a place of worship; respect services and local customs.
Kleidung: Choose clothing appropriate to the venue and activity.
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Klima
Atlantic hurricane season runs June-November; follow local forecasts and evacuation instructions.
Monat für Monat
- Januar: Jan: outside official hurricane season; storms still possible
- Februar: Feb: outside official hurricane season; storms still possible
- März: Mar: outside official hurricane season; storms still possible
- April: Apr: outside official hurricane season; storms still possible
- Mai: May: outside official hurricane season; storms still possible
- Juni: Jun: official hurricane season; monitor forecasts
- Juli: Jul: official hurricane season; monitor forecasts
- August: Aug: official hurricane season; monitor forecasts
- September: Sep: official hurricane season; monitor forecasts
- Oktober: Oct: official hurricane season; monitor forecasts
- November: Nov: official hurricane season; monitor forecasts
- Dezember: Dec: outside official hurricane season; storms still possible
Beste Reisezeit: December-May avoids the official hurricane season; check local rainfall and forecasts.
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Was einpacken
- Travel documents and insurance details
- Medicines in original packaging
- A backup payment method
Nicht mitnehmen / Einfuhr verboten
- Carrying packages for strangers
Praktisches
Steckdosen: Ask your accommodation about sockets and voltage before packing an adapter.
Wasser: Use sealed drinking water if the local supply is uncertain.
Verkehr: Rechtsverkehr
Versicherung: Arrange cover for medical care, evacuation and planned activities.
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Einreiseregeln ändern sich. Prüfen Sie vor der Reise die Website der Botschaft oder Einwanderungsbehörde des Landes.