Guatemala
Warnings and insurance
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides advice about risks of travel to help British nationals make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice.
Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).
Areas where FCDO advises against all but essential travel
FCDO advises against all but essential travel to:
- within 5km of the Mexican border from the Pacific Coast up to and including the Gracias a Dios crossing
- to the towns of Santa Ana Huista, San Antonio Huista and La Democracia in the department of Huehuetenango
Find out more about why FCDO advises against travel to these areas.
Tropical Storm Sara
Tropical Depression Nineteen has become Tropical Storm Sara which formed in the coast of Honduras. The storm is expected to track over Belize, Guatemala and southeast Mexico and may unleash catastrophic flooding and mudslides in parts of Central America throughout the weekend.
You should monitor local media for updates, and follow instructions of local authorities. Safety and security
Before you travel
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide and see support for British nationals abroad for information about specific travel topics.
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Travel insurance
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.