Salcajá is a municipality in Quetzaltenango department with a population of 19,434 in the 2018 census (INE). Key highlights: Oldest church in Central America, Caldo de frutas drink, Near Xela. For department-level data, see Quetzaltenango. Check the latest exchange rates and cost of living data.
Municipal Services
The Municipalidad de Salcajá 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 Quetzaltenango department capital Quetzaltenango 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
Salcajá celebrates 1 festival throughout the year:
- Fiesta de San Luis Rey — August
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 Salcajá (Quetzaltenango 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 Quetzaltenango Department
Salcajá is one of the municipalities in Quetzaltenango department. Explore nearby areas and compare data across the region.
Useful links:
- Quetzaltenango 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