The pre-check to enter or leave Guatemala is a small document that is usually filled out at the airport or on the plane before arriving at the destination, but in Guatemala it is called an electronic traveler’s affidavit because now it can be done online up to 3 days before traveling. Here I explain how to do it, if it is necessary, what requirements you need and if it has a cost.
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It is necessary to do the Pre-Check for Guatemala
It is mandatory to do the Pre-Check to enter or leave Guatemala for all travelers, regardless of whether they are Guatemalan or not. The good news is that you can do it online starting 3 days before your trip.
This form is handed in at the airport to immigration to confirm entry or exit from the country.
Guatemala Migration Form
This electronic traveler’s affidavit is a legal immigration form. You pre-register online to declare whether or not you are carrying certain goods or amounts of money subject to additional controls.
To fill out the form, click on the button below and fill in the required information. Airlines and travel agencies also send you the link to fill out the form.
Keep in mind
You will receive a QR code in your email, which you must present at immigration at the airport. They will register your entry or exit from the country.
Requirements to get a pre-check?
You need to have an email address to receive the QR code and the corresponding number that you must present at customs. It is not necessary to print it, since you can present it on your cell phone and it will appear in the immigration system as well.
To fill it out you must have basic travel information on hand, such as passport information, flight information and your personal information.
How much does it cost to do the Pre-Check for Guatemala?
The immigration form to enter or leave Guatemala is free.
Don’t leave yet
If you plan to travel outside of Guatemala, to the United States, take a tour of our website: citaconsuladosdeguatemala.com where we will teach you every detail of the procedures that you will surely have to do at the consulate.