Terms of Service

Effective date: March 16, 2026

By using livinginguatemala.com (“the site”), you agree to these terms.

Informational Purpose Only

All content on this site – including exchange rates, prices, cost-of-living data, safety information, legal procedures, and government service guides – is provided for informational purposes only.

  • Not financial advice. Exchange rates, remittance comparisons, and cost data are approximate and may vary. Always verify current rates with your bank or service provider before making financial decisions.
  • Not legal advice. Guides about visas, residency, government procedures (tramites), and regulations are based on our research but should not substitute for professional legal counsel. Laws and procedures in Guatemala change frequently.
  • Not medical advice. Health and safety information is general in nature. Consult qualified professionals for medical decisions.

Data Accuracy

We strive to keep our data current and accurate. Exchange rates and remittance data are updated daily from official sources (Banguat, service provider APIs). However:

  • Data may be delayed or temporarily unavailable
  • Prices, fees, and rates are subject to change without notice
  • Government procedures and requirements may change between our updates
  • We are not responsible for decisions made based on outdated or inaccurate information

Affiliate Relationships

Some links on this site are affiliate links. When you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Our editorial content and recommendations are not influenced by affiliate partnerships. Full details are in our Affiliate Disclosure.

Content Updates

We may add, modify, or remove content at any time without notice. This includes articles, data pages, tools, and features.

Intellectual Property

All original content, design, and code on this site is owned by Guatemala Life. You may share links to our content and quote brief excerpts with attribution. You may not reproduce substantial portions of our content without permission.

Data sourced from third parties (Banguat, INE, MAGA, INSIVUMEH, CONRED, USGS) is attributed to its original source and subject to their respective terms.

Our site contains links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of third-party sites.

Limitation of Liability

Guatemala Life and its contributors are not liable for any direct, indirect, or consequential damages arising from your use of this site or reliance on its content. Use the information at your own risk.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of Guatemala.

Changes

We may update these terms at any time. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

Contact

Questions about these terms? Email us at stu@livinginguatemala.com.