Guatemala•North AmericaInvestor Visa (Temporary Residence for Investors)
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-90 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
Up to 5 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Temporary residence visa for foreign investors making capital investment in Guatemala. Minimum investment USD 60,000-100,000. Valid up to 5 years with pathway to permanent residency.
Guatemala's Investor Visa (Inversionista) allows foreign nationals to obtain temporary residence by making qualifying capital investments. Investments typically target real estate development, business ventures, or other income-generating projects. The minimum investment ranges from USD 60,000 to USD 100,000 depending on investment type.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
100,000 EUR
Investment Required
100,000 USD
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Professional
Required Skills
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Must be current and valid
Police clearance
From home country or country of residence
Health insurance
Valid in Guatemala
Proof of funds
Demonstrating investment capital available
Passport photos
Recent biometric style
Sponsor Documents
Investment contract
Signed agreement for property or business investment
Property deed or business documents
Proof of investment opportunity
Business plan
If investing in business venture
Bank statements
Demonstrating investment capital
Guatemalan sponsor letter
From co-investor or business partner if applicable
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Advantages
- Fast pathway to permanent residency (2 years)
- Path to citizenship (5 years total)
- Family dependents can be included
- Investment flexibility (real estate, business, etc.)
- No salary requirement
Considerations
- Significant capital requirement (USD 60,000-100,000)
- Investment must generate profits
- Professional legal assistance often needed
- Application processing can take 30-90 days
Application Process
Prepare investment plan
Develop business plan and investment proposal
Secure investment opportunity
Identify and arrange Guatemalan investment (real estate, business, etc.)
Gather documentation
Collect investment contracts, business plans, and financial documents
Apply for residency
Submit application to IGM with investment documentation
IGM review
Immigration processes and approves investment visa
Make investment
Complete capital investment in Guatemala
Receive visa
Temporary residence visa issued for investor
Application Forms
Temporary Residence for Investors Application
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