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An independent data platform built by a Guatemalan-American. Cost of living, remittances, safety, and more — for all 22 departments and 340 municipalities.

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24 official institutions. Each hub groups portals, costs, requirements, and step-by-step guides. Updated May 2026.

TAX
SAT
NIT, RTU, VAT, income tax, e-invoicing, customs
IDENTITY
RENAP
DPI, CUI, birth/marriage/death certificates
SOCIAL SECURITY
IGSS
Medical appointments, 12.67% employer payment, IVS pensions
LABOR
MINTRAB
Labor clearance, RECIT contracts, hotline 1511
FOREIGN AFFAIRS
MINEX
Passport, apostille Q30, consulate appointment, nationality
TRANSIT
Transit / DGT
Driver license Q400, online fines, transfer
INTERIOR
MINGOB
Criminal record Q35, PNC complaints, NGO, naturalization
IMMIGRATION
IGM
Foreign residency, visas, minor exit permits, border control

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Guatemala at a Glance

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Cost of living
$1,200-2,500/mo
Cost of Living
Comfortable lifestyle for a single person
Weather
72F / 22C avg
Year-Round Weather
"Land of Eternal Spring" -- no AC needed
Q7.66/USD
Exchange Rate
Guatemalan Quetzal / US Dollar
Internet speed
50-100 Mbps
Internet
Tigo & Claro fiber available in most areas
Safety
Safe in key areas
Safety
Antigua, Zones 10-16 in GC are well-secured
Timezone
CST (UTC-6)
Timezone
Same as US Central -- great for remote work
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