Guatemala•North AmericaDigital Nomad/Remote Work Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-60 days
Application Fee
300 USD
Stay Duration
9 months
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Recently introduced visa for remote workers employed by foreign companies. Requires proof of remote work authorization and minimum monthly income of USD 3,000.
Guatemala has recently introduced a Digital Nomad Visa and Short-Stay Visa for Remote Workers as part of immigration reforms to attract remote workers. This visa recognizes the growing trend of location-independent work and provides legal status for digital professionals working for foreign employers.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
24,000 USD
per year
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Current and valid
Remote work contract
Employment agreement showing remote work authorization
Proof of monthly income
Bank statements showing USD 3,000+ monthly deposits
Employment letter
From employer confirming remote work status
Notarized affidavit
For freelancers instead of employer letter
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Advantages
- Designed for digital nomads and remote workers
- Recognizes legitimate remote work
- Viable duration for extended stay
- Renewable for extended periods
Considerations
- Relatively high income requirement (USD 3,000/month)
- Requires immigration attorney assistance
- Limited initial validity (9 months)
- Significant visa and processing fees
- Not a pathway to residency
Application Process
Prepare employment documents
Gather remote work contract and income verification
Compile documentation
Collect all required proof of remote employment
Apply via immigration attorney
File application through licensed immigration lawyer
Pay fees
Pay USD 250 to National Immigration Agency plus USD 50 Visa Card fee
Await processing
Immigration reviews remote work visa application
Receive visa
Remote work visa issued
Application Forms
Digital Nomad/Remote Work Visa Application
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