I'm planning to travel to Guatemala and continue to Nicaragua, and I've heard about the CA-4 agreement. How does it work exactly? How long can I stay in these countries? Are the 90 days per country or for the entire region? And how can I extend my stay?
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Guatemala is part of the CA-4 agreement, which allows free movement between Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, and Nicaragua for up to 90 days total.
Extending Your Stay in the CA-4 Region
If you want to stay longer, you have two main options:
In Guatemala City, for example, if you overstay your visa, you'll need to pay a fine at a bank first before applying for an extension, which can take several hours. Because of this, many travelers find it easier to leave the CA-4 zone briefly and return to get a fresh 90 days. Border crossings by land often have fewer restrictions for re-entry.