How to Get a Mexico Visa from Guatemala

Guatemala is one of the countries that requires a visa to enter Mexico. The good news: the tourist visa is completely free for stays under 180 days, and the process is straightforward.

Even better: If you already have a valid US, Canadian, or Schengen visa, you don’t need a Mexican visa at all.

Are You Exempt?

Before starting the visa process, check if you qualify for an exemption. You do NOT need a Mexico visa if you hold:

  • Valid US visa (any category) or US permanent residency (Green Card)
  • Valid Canadian visa or Canadian permanent residency
  • Valid Schengen visa or EU residency
  • Valid Japanese visa or Japanese permanent residency
  • Valid UK visa or UK permanent residency
  • Valid Colombian visa or Colombian permanent residency
  • Valid Chilean visa or Chilean permanent residency
  • APEC Business Travel Card

If any of these apply, you can enter Mexico with just your Guatemalan passport and the valid foreign visa. No Mexican visa needed.

Step 1: Schedule Your Appointment

Appointments are released every Monday for that week’s available slots. Visit the Mexican Embassy appointments page early on Monday to get a slot.

Where to apply:

  • Embassy in Guatemala City: 2 Avenida 7-57, Zona 10
  • Consulate in Tecun Uman: For border region residents

Step 2: Complete the Visa Application Form

Download and fill out the visa application form from the embassy website. Print it and sign it.

Step 3: Gather Your Documents

Required:

  • Valid Guatemalan passport with at least 6 months validity
  • Photocopy of passport data page
  • Printed appointment confirmation
  • Completed and signed visa application form
  • One recent color photo — passport size, white background, face uncovered, neutral expression, no glasses, no retouching

Financial solvency (at least one of these):

  • Bank statements from the last 3 months showing sufficient funds
  • Employment letter stating salary and at least 1 year of employment
  • Property deeds
  • Patente de comercio (business registration)
  • RTU (tax registration) showing at least 1 year of activity

Step 4: Attend Your Interview

Bring all documents to the embassy at your scheduled time. The interview is short — the consular officer will verify your documents and ask about your travel plans.

Tips:

  • Arrive on time — late arrivals may be turned away
  • Bring originals AND copies of all financial documents
  • Be clear about your travel purpose, dates, and where you’ll stay
  • Dress neatly

Step 5: Pick Up Your Visa

If approved, your visa will be ready for pickup at the embassy within 3-10 business days. You’ll be told the exact date during your interview.

Cost Summary

Visa Type Cost Duration
Tourist (Visitante sin Actividades Remuneradas) FREE Up to 180 days
Long-duration visitor $53 USD Varies
Work visa (Actividades Remuneradas) $304 USD Varies
Photos Q25-50 —

Border Crossings Guatemala-Mexico

Crossing Guatemala Side Mexico Side
Pacific coast Tecun Uman, San Marcos Ciudad Hidalgo, Chiapas
Highlands La Mesilla, Huehuetenango Ciudad Cuauhtemoc, Chiapas
Peten El Ceibo, Peten Tenosique, Tabasco
River crossing Frontera Corozal (boat crossing)

Mexican Embassy Guatemala Contact