US travel advisory — Guatemala - Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Ongoing alert in Guatemala — started June 17, 2026 at 1:04 PM. This page updates as the situation evolves.
What's happening
A Level 3 travel advisory is in effect for Guatemala as of June 17, 2026. Official sources advise against all but essential travel to specific areas, including within 5 km of the Mexican border and the Huehuetenango region. The advisory covers a national scale with an affected radius of approximately 600 km.
If you are currently in Guatemala, assess whether your travel is essential. Avoid the restricted zones mentioned in the advisory, particularly border areas and Huehuetenango. Stay informed of local conditions and maintain awareness of your surroundings, especially in areas outside the main tourist routes.
Follow all guidance from local authorities and your embassy. Register with your government's travel registry if available. Monitor official travel advisories regularly for updates, as situations can change. This alert is based on guidance from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, Government of Canada, and US State Department.
Written with the help of AI from Mira Safe's sourced data on August 24, 2026 · does not replace local guidance How this analysis is produced →
How it evolved
Alert raisedHigh
June 28, 2026 at 5:44 PM
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Affected areas
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