Once you are set up to issue FEL (Factura Electronica en Linea), you have two options: use SAT’s free tools (Agencia Virtual and the App FEL mobile app), or subscribe to a certified provider (certificador autorizado) that offers better software, integration, and features. This guide compares the main FEL providers in Guatemala as of April 2026.
Quick summary: SAT tools are free but basic. Paid providers charge Q50-Q500/month and offer better UX, mobile apps, desktop software, API integration, and team features. For one-person service businesses, free SAT is enough. For growing companies and retail/restaurants, a paid provider saves hours per week.
Free SAT Option
Before paying for a certified provider, understand what SAT offers free:
Agencia Virtual (Web)
- Issue invoices from any web browser
- Access to your DTE history
- Free, no registration beyond your normal SAT Agencia Virtual credentials
- Limitation: basic UI, one invoice at a time, no templates, no customization, no automation
App FEL (Mobile)
- SAT’s official mobile app (iOS and Android)
- Issue invoices from your phone
- Offline mode (with sync when connectivity returns)
- Free
- Limitation: same basic feature set as Agencia Virtual
For a freelancer or solo consultant issuing 5-20 invoices per month, the free SAT option is genuinely sufficient. The main reason to move to a paid provider is speed, integration with other business systems, or features for a multi-user team.
Paid Certified Providers Compared
There are ~10-15 certified FEL providers in Guatemala. The main ones (by market share):
1. Infile
One of the largest providers. Known for stability and integration with accounting software.
- Pricing: Q150-500/month depending on plan and volume
- Free tier: limited trial available
- Web + mobile: yes, both
- API integration: yes, for developers
- Multi-user teams: yes
- Best for: small and medium businesses, accountants managing multiple clients
- Setup time: 1-2 hours
2. Superfactura
Newer provider focused on user experience and modern web UI.
- Pricing: Q100-350/month, volume-based tiers
- Free tier: limited monthly invoices free
- Web + mobile: yes, both
- API integration: yes
- Multi-user teams: yes
- Best for: startups, e-commerce, online services
- Setup time: under 1 hour
3. Megaprint
Long-established provider, popular with retail and restaurants.
- Pricing: Q100-400/month
- Web + mobile: yes
- POS integration: strong, popular for retail/restaurant POS systems
- API integration: yes
- Best for: retail, restaurants, businesses with physical POS
- Setup time: 1-2 hours
4. G4S Document Secure (or its successor brand)
Corporate-focused, strong for large enterprises with high volume.
- Pricing: Q300-2,000+/month depending on volume
- Best for: medium-large corporations, high-volume invoicing
- Features: advanced compliance, audit trail, enterprise-grade security
- Setup time: 1-2 weeks for full enterprise integration
5. GuateFacturas
Another established player in the market.
- Pricing: Q100-400/month
- Features: comprehensive FEL suite, good local support
- Best for: small and medium businesses, local retail
- Setup time: 1-2 hours
6. Smaller / niche providers
Several smaller providers serve specific niches or offer competitive pricing for small businesses. Check the current list of SAT-certified providers on the SAT portal before committing.
Comparison Matrix
| Provider | Starting Price | Free Tier | Mobile App | API | POS Integration | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAT (free) | Q0 | ∞ | Yes | No | No | Solo freelancers, low volume |
| Infile | Q150/mo | Trial | Yes | Yes | Partial | SMBs, accountants |
| Superfactura | Q100/mo | Limited | Yes | Yes | Partial | Startups, e-commerce |
| Megaprint | Q100/mo | No | Yes | Yes | Strong | Retail, restaurants |
| G4S Document | Q300+/mo | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Large enterprises |
| GuateFacturas | Q100/mo | No | Yes | Yes | Partial | Small-medium businesses |
Pricing is approximate as of April 2026. Always confirm current rates with the provider directly.
Which Provider Fits Your Business?
Freelancer, Solo Consultant, Low Volume (< 30 invoices/month)
Use SAT’s free tools. Agencia Virtual + App FEL give you everything you need. Paid providers do not add enough value at this volume.
Small Business, 30-200 invoices/month
Infile, Superfactura, or GuateFacturas. Pick based on UI preference and accounting software integration. Q100-250/month is easily justified by time saved vs. the free SAT tools.
E-commerce or Online Store
Superfactura or Infile. Both have solid API integrations with popular e-commerce platforms (Shopify, WooCommerce, custom systems) and can auto-generate invoices when orders complete.
Retail Store or Restaurant with POS
Megaprint. Its POS integration ecosystem is the most developed. If you already use a POS system, ask your POS vendor which FEL provider they integrate with — usually Megaprint is on the list.
Multi-User Team / Office With Several People Invoicing
Infile or Superfactura. Both have multi-user team features with role-based access. SAT’s free tools do not have proper team support.
Large Enterprise (500+ invoices/month)
G4S Document Secure or custom API integration. At high volume you need enterprise features (audit trails, compliance reports, custom workflows) that only the enterprise-grade providers offer.
Accountant Managing Multiple Clients
Infile. The strongest “accountant portal” features in the Guatemalan market — switch between client companies, batch processing, consolidated reports.
Migration and Switching
Can you change providers? Yes, easily. FEL is a certification system where all providers issue invoices under the same SAT standard. You are not locked into any provider — your DTE history is always accessible through SAT’s Agencia Virtual, regardless of which provider you use to generate invoices.
To switch:
- Sign up with the new provider
- Import your existing customer database (CSV or manual)
- Use the new provider for new invoices
- Cancel the old subscription
There is no data migration needed for the invoices themselves — they are all archived in SAT.
Integration with Accounting Software
If you use accounting software, check which FEL provider integrates:
- Alegra — integrates with Infile, Superfactura
- Siigo — integrates with Infile, Megaprint
- ContaPaq — integrates with Megaprint, Infile
- QuickBooks (with Guatemala module) — limited, usually manual CSV import
- Excel/manual — compatible with all providers (copy/paste or CSV)
If you are just starting, pick the combination that your accountant is most comfortable with. Switching later is possible but adds friction.
Setup Process (Typical)
- Activate FEL with SAT first — this is mandatory regardless of which provider you later choose. See our FEL habilitacion guide.
- Choose a provider and sign up — most offer online signup with identity verification
- Connect your SAT credentials — the provider uses your SAT Agencia Virtual credentials to certify invoices on your behalf
- Test with a practice invoice — most providers let you issue a test DTE to verify everything works
- Start issuing invoices — real invoices are certified and sent to SAT automatically
Total setup time: 1-2 hours for most providers, 1-2 weeks for enterprise integrations.
Common Questions
Are all certified providers legally equivalent?
Yes. All invoices generated through any SAT-certified provider have identical legal status. The choice is about features and user experience, not legality.
Will SAT know which provider I use?
Yes, but it does not affect your tax obligations or audit risk. Each DTE is tagged with the certifying provider.
Can I use multiple providers at once?
Technically yes, but it is a mess. Pick one and stick with it for operational simplicity.
What happens if my provider goes out of business?
Your historical DTEs remain in SAT’s Agencia Virtual permanently — they are never “lost.” You can switch to another provider immediately with no legal risk.
Do providers take a percentage of my invoice value?
No. All providers charge fixed monthly fees or per-invoice fees. None take a percentage of the invoice value.
Related Guides
- Business Formation Hub — The pillar overview
- FEL Habilitacion — Initial FEL setup with SAT (mandatory first step)
- NIT Setup — Before FEL, you need a NIT
- Sociedad Emergente — The structure most startups should use
- Pequeno Contribuyente Regime — Simplified tax regime
- Entity Types Comparison — All legal structures
- Foreigner’s Guide — For non-residents
Information verified April 2026. FEL provider pricing and features change frequently — always confirm current rates and capabilities directly with each provider before committing.
