Sansare is a municipality in El Progreso department with a population of 13,154 in the 2018 census (INE). Key highlights: Small agricultural town, Gateway between Guatemala and Jalapa, Warm valley climate. For department-level data, see El Progreso. Check the latest exchange rates and cost of living data.
Municipal Services
The Municipalidad de Sansare 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 El Progreso department capital Guastatoya 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
Sansare celebrates 1 festival throughout the year:
- Feria de la Virgen de la Merced (Patron: Virgen de la Merced) — September 24
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 Sansare (El Progreso 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 El Progreso Department
Sansare is one of the municipalities in El Progreso department. Explore nearby areas and compare data across the region.
Useful links:
- El Progreso 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