You do not need a visa for Guatemala if you have a Salvadoran passport

Guatemala Traveler Declaration (DJRV)

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Visa-free

Guatemala Traveler Declaration (DJRV)

Price: $19.99
Processing: from 1 hour
Entries: Single entry
Enter within: Single trip

$19.99 for our service — no government fee

What you need for the Guatemala Traveler Declaration (DJRV)

These are the documents this application asks for. You can upload them after checkout — nothing is needed to start.

Passport Bio Page

Everything about the Guatemala Traveler Declaration (DJRV) — conditions, what the authorities check and how long it lasts.

How it works

1
Answer the questions
One form, written in plain language. We ask only what Guatemala actually requires for a Salvadoran passport.
2
We check and submit
Your application is reviewed for the mistakes that cause rejections before it goes to the authorities.
3
Confirmation by email
Your confirmation usually arrives within 1 hour. It comes by email, with everything you need to show on arrival.

Frequently asked questions

Do Salvadoran citizens need a visa for Guatemala?

No. Salvadoran citizens can enter Guatemala without applying for a visa in advance.

How much does the Guatemala Traveler Declaration (DJRV) cost for Salvadoran citizens?

$19.99. There is no government fee — that is $19.99 for our service.

How long does it take to get the Guatemala Traveler Declaration (DJRV)?

From 1 hour. Governments do not guarantee processing times, so apply as early as you can.

Do Salvadoran citizens need a new Guatemala Traveler Declaration (DJRV) for each trip?

Yes — it covers a single entry, so each trip needs its own.

When should Salvadoran citizens apply?

Confirmation takes from 1 hour, and you then have Single trip to enter Guatemala. You can apply shortly before you fly — just not so early that the entry window runs out.

Still have a question?

Ask our assistant. It answers in the chat, and we hand it the route you are looking at — Salvadoran passport, travelling to Guatemala — so you do not have to repeat it.

What Guatemala may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
Passport photo 35x45mm, white background
Hotel booking or invitation letter from host
Return flight or onward travel itinerary
Proof of sufficient funds for your stay

Entry requirements for Salvadoran travellers

These rules apply specifically to Salvadoran passport holders entering Guatemala as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
Mandatory accommodation booking
Travelers must have proof of accommodation booking during their stay in Guatemala.
Guatemalan Migration Institute Last checked 2026-07-15
Required
Mandatory electronic travel declaration form before arrival
Travelers must complete an Electronic Travel Declaration before traveling to Guatemala. Travelers must present the printed confirmation mail or QR code to the Customs Officer.
Instituto Guatemalteco de Migración Last checked 2026-07-15
Required
Mandatory electronic travel declaration form before exiting Guatemala
Travelers must complete an Electronic Travel Declaration before departure from Guatemala. Travelers must present the printed confirmation mail or QR code to the Customs Officer.
Instituto Guatemalteco de Migración Last checked 2026-07-15
Required
Mandatory proof of return or onward ticket from Guatemala
Travelers require proof of a ticket showing their entrance and exit from Guatemala.
- This requirement doesn’t apply to the following travelers: -Nationals of Guatemala; -Foreign nationals residing in Guatemala.
Guatemalan Migration Institute Last checked 2026-07-15
Required
Travelers require a passport valid at the time of entry
Travelers need a valid passport to enter Guatemala. The traveler's passport must be valid when the traveler arrives in Guatemala.
Guatemalan Migration Institute Last checked 2026-07-15
Recommended
Recommended vaccinations for Guatemala
Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Routine vaccines including Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.
CDC - Guatemala Last checked 2026-07-15
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Guatemala
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Guatemala.
Last checked 2026-07-15
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Guatemala.
Last checked 2026-07-15
Not required
Transit visa is not required
International travelers don’t need a visa to transit through Guatemala.
Last checked 2026-07-15