South African visa for Guatemalan citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Guatemalan passport holders visiting South Africa for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Guatemalan citizens to enter South Africa for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | South Africa e-visa for Guatemalan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | South Africa visa on arrival for Guatemalan citizens | Not Available | |
South Africa tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Guatemalan passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in South Africa.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from South Africa.
If you are looking for South Africa visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Guatemala, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of South Africa nearest your place of residence.
- San Pedro Sula: The Honorary Consulate of in San Pedro Sula, ~ 238.54 kilometers (148.22 mi) away from Guatemala City, Guatemala. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 38 minutes).
- Cancun: The Consulate of in Cancun, ~ 698.06 kilometers (433.76 mi) away from Guatemala City, Guatemala. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 38 minutes).
South Africa visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest South Africa diplomatic mission offices to Guatemala for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Guatemala traveling to South Africa from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Guatemala) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 671 | N/A |
| 2009 | 491 | -26.83% |
| 2010 | 565 | 15.07% |
| 2011 | 584 | 3.36% |
| 2012 | 643 | 10.10% |
| 2013 | 668 | 3.89% |
| 2014 | 668 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | 623 | -6.74% |
| 2016 | 703 | 12.84% |
| 2017 | 720 | 2.42% |
| 2018 | 733 | 1.81% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
South Africa & Guatemala comparison
South Africa's area is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi), while the area of Guatemala is approximately 107,160 km2 (41,374 sq mi). This means Guatemala is 11.32 times smaller than South Africa.
As of April 2024, South Africa's population is ~62.3 million people - 43,068,143 more people than the population of Guatemala.
We have highlighted South Africa & Guatemala’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| South Africa | Guatemala | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 62,345,294 | 19,277,151 | 43.1 million more people live in South Africa than Guatemala |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 124 | 9 | South Africa has 115 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Guatemala. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 67 | 95 | South Africa passport holders visit 28 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 197 | 54 | South African hosts 143 more foreign missions than Guatemala. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Guatemala travel to South Africa in one year?
The number of visitors from Guatemala visiting South Africa in 2018 was approximately 733.
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- Travel time: 25 hours 28 minutes
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