10 Comprehensive Guides

Expert Guides for Guatemala

Everything you need to know about living, working, and traveling in Guatemala. Written by expats, for expats.

Visa & Immigration

Tourist visas, residency options, CA-4 agreement, work permits, and how to extend your stay legally.

Hospitals, insurance options, costs, pharmacies, vaccinations, and emergency contacts.

Opening accounts, ATMs, sending money, tipping culture, credit cards, and exchange rates.

Safest cities, areas to avoid, emergency numbers, scams, and tips for solo and female travelers.

Rent, food, transport, utilities, and city-by-city budget breakdowns for every lifestyle.

WiFi speeds by city, mobile data plans, coworking spaces, and best cafés for remote work.

Best schools by city, costs, homestay programs, and tips for learning Spanish in Guatemala.

Chicken buses, tourist shuttles, domestic flights, Uber, boats, car rentals, and border crossings.

Must-try dishes, street food, coffee culture, restaurant guides, and grocery shopping tips.

Best zones in Guatemala City, where expats live, rent prices, safety ratings, and Antigua as an alternative.