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Population

18,406,359

Country Capital

Guatemala

Country Risk Index

Low

Languages

Spanish

Currency

Quetzal (GTQ)

Table of Contents

What are the average working hours in Guatemala?

– The maximum working hours in Guatemala are 44 hours per [week].

Read more: Infographic: Working Hours In Latin America By Country 2025

What is the minimum wage in Guatemala?

– The minimum wage in Guatemala].

Minimum Wage by Economic Activity and Region

Export and Maquila Sector (Economic Circumscription 1):

Daily Wage: Q107.00

Monthly Wage: Q3,210.00

Non-Agricultural Sector (Economic Circumscription 2):

Daily Wage: Q110.00

Monthly Wage: Q3,300.00

Agricultural Sector (Economic Circumscription 3):

Daily Wage: Q105.00

Monthly Wage: Q3,150.00

What are the mandatory onboarding documents when hiring new employees in Guatemala?

The onboarding documents for new employees in Guatemala can include:

National ID card or passport
Work visa or residence permit
Social security number (SSN) or equivalent
Tax identification number (TIN)
Bank account details
Academic certificates and diplomas
Previous employment references or experience letters
Medical exam

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