Ayutla (Tecún Umán) is a municipality in San Marcos department with a population of 37,049 in the 2018 census (INE). Key highlights: Main Guatemala-Mexico border crossing, Major commercial trade hub, Ciudad Tecún Umán border city. For department-level data, see San Marcos. Check the latest exchange rates and cost of living data.
Municipal Services
The Municipalidad de Ayutla (Tecún Umán) provides local government services including boleto de ornato (annual municipal tax), IUSI (property tax payments), and basic civil registry services. For national-level procedures such as obtaining a DPI (national ID) at RENAP, tax filings at SAT, or police reports at the PNC departmental headquarters, residents typically travel to San Marcos, the capital of San Marcos department. For a complete guide to government procedures, visit our tramites guide.
Local Festivals & Ferias
Ayutla celebrates 1 festival throughout the year:
- Feria de Cuaresma — March
Guatemala’s ferias feature traditional dances, marimba music, processions, food stalls, and community celebrations. See our complete ferias calendar for feria dates by municipality.
Local Costs & Services
Live price links for Ayutla (San Marcos department):
- Current fuel prices: see our gas prices page.
- Exchange rate: Check today’s live rate
Compare remittance rates and check the cost of living calculator for detailed budgets.
Safety Overview
The safety score in the Key Stats section above is our own map rating, not an official figure.
Emergency contacts:
- CONRED (disaster): 119
- Police (PNC): 110
- Fire department: 122
- Cruz Roja (Red Cross): 125
- Tourist assistance (ASISTUR, INGUAT): 1500
Read our full Guatemala safety guide for department-by-department data.
Explore San Marcos Department
Ayutla is one of the municipalities in San Marcos department. Explore nearby areas and compare data across the region.
Useful links:
- San Marcos department overview
- Exchange rates — updated daily
- Remittance comparison — find the cheapest way to send money
- Weather forecast — current conditions
- Guatemala safety map — department-by-department