How do I get a Guatemalan passport?

Apply for your passport at an Immigration-Passport office in Guatemala. The main Immigration-Passport office is located in Guatemala City. Visit your Guatemalan consulate or embassy to apply for your passport if you are living abroad. Your application must be completed in person.

How long can an American stay in Guatemala?

90 days
U.S. citizens are permitted to stay in Guatemala for 90 days without a visa. Citizens of other countries may be limited to 30 days. It’s best to confirm with your country’s embassy the length of time that you can stay in Guatemala, as it may change. Extensions are granted by the immigration office in Guatemala City.

Can I have dual citizenship in the US and Guatemala?

DUAL CITIZENSHIP: NOT RECOGNIZED. Exception: Guatemala maintains dual citizenship agreements with some countries of Central and South America. If questions arise, contact the Embassy.

How long can you stay in the US if you are not a citizen?

The quick answer to the question of how long a visitor can lawfully stay in the United States for most people is six months. To be more precise, once an admission is determined to be “fair and reasonable,” the default position is that the visitor is granted a six month time period to stay.

How long can you stay in Guatemala with a US passport?

U.S. citizens may remain in Guatemala for up to 90 days without a visa, and may apply for an additional 90 days to Guatemala immigration, or a duplicate of whatever length of stay was initially granted. Minors may visit Guatemala without special parental permission as long as they have a valid passport.

What documents do I need to get married in Guatemala?

For marriage in Guatemala, a foreigner must present a valid passport and birth certificate. In addition, persons previously married must present evidence of the dissolution of the previous marriage (e.g. a divorce decree or death certificate of the previous spouse).

Is it safe for Americans to live in Guatemala?

Despite having a reputation for crime, Guatemala is generally safe to visit right now. There’s Tourist Police here to help you out and the Guatemalan government will do what it can to make sure that you are safe.

How does marriage work in Guatemala?

Marriage in Guatemala Guatemala recognizes both formal civil marriages and de facto (common law) marriages which are recognized after a couple lives together continuously for three years and declare their union before a mayor or notary.

Where in Guatemala is dangerous?

Zone 1 is the most dangerous zone in Guatemala City. While tourists normally don’t end up there anyway, you should still be aware of it and avoid it as much as possible, especially at night.

How much does a house cost in Guatemala?

Stable high-end market residential property is priced from US$150,000. On the other hand, two-bedroom houses can be bought at US$250,000. Of the 5,600 housing projects currently available in the market, 2,000 units belong to the high-end market, according to the Guatemalan Chamber of Construction.

Where do most expats live in Guatemala?

Most expats living in Guatemala settle in the capital, Guatemala City, or Antigua. The country’s favourable climate serves to draw foreigners looking to settle down in the land of perpetual spring and to enjoy its ceaseless availability of fresh, organic fruits and vegetables.