Rabinal is a municipality in Baja Verapaz department with a population of 40,797 in the 2018 census (INE). Key highlights: UNESCO Rabinal Achí dance drama, Traditional Achí Maya pottery and masks, Rich pre-Columbian archaeological heritage. For department-level data, see Baja Verapaz. Check the latest exchange rates and cost of living data.
Municipal Services
The Municipalidad de Rabinal handles local government services including boleto de ornato (annual residence tax), IUSI (property tax), construction permits, and municipal business licenses.
For national government services, the Baja Verapaz department capital Salama has the nearest offices for:
- RENAP – DPI (cedula/national ID), birth certificates, marriage records
- SAT – NIT (tax ID), fiscal registration, import/export paperwork
- PNC – police services, reports, background checks
For step-by-step instructions on any government procedure, see our complete tramites guide.
Local Festivals & Ferias
Rabinal celebrates 3 festivals throughout the year:
- Rabinal Achí Performance (San Pablo) — January 25
- Fiesta de San Pablo (Rabinal Achí) — January 25
- Feria de Rabinal — January
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 Rabinal (Baja Verapaz 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 Baja Verapaz Department
Rabinal is one of the municipalities in Baja Verapaz department. Explore nearby areas and compare data across the region.
Useful links:
- Baja Verapaz 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