Major FAQ-Guatemala

	About Guatemala volunteer program (In General)
	Applying for the Guatemala volunteer program?
	Airport and Arrival Information
	Room and Food
	Visa
	Health and safety
	Vaccination
	Money Matter
	Field Support and supervision
	Communication
	Climate of Guatemala
	Materials to Bring
	Gift for Host Family and Project

Visa

IFRE suggests all volunteers apply for a tourist visa before leaving for Guatemala . Though U.S. , UK , Canadian citizen are able acquire a visa at the airport, this can be time-consuming. Volunteers can acquire a Guatemalan visa from the Guatemalan Embassy or consulate in their home countries.

For more information, please visit: http://www.learn4good.com/travel/Guatemala_embassies.html

For stays exceeding 90 days, apply for an extension within the first week of arrival with the Guatemalan Immigration Department or exit the country for a minimum of 72 hours before re-entering on a new visa.