Temporary Residence – Migrant Worker (Residencia Temporal – Trabajador Migrante)

The Temporary Residence – Migrant Worker visa is designed for foreign nationals who have secured employment with a company legally established in Guatemala. This category facilitates the legal stay of international professionals and workers, ensuring they can contribute to the local economy while maintaining a regularized immigration status. The process is managed by the Instituto Guatemalteco de Migración (IGM) and requires the applicant to have a valid, notified work permit issued by the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare, along with a formal job offer that outlines the specific conditions of their employment.

To qualify for this residency, applicants must provide standard documentation, including a valid passport and a criminal record check from their country of origin or residence. Additionally, the employer must act as a guarantor, and the applicant is required to maintain valid health insurance throughout their stay. The residency is typically granted for a period of one to five years, depending on the employment contract. Dependents of the worker, such as a spouse or children, may also apply for residency under the same status, provided they meet the necessary legal requirements to prove their relationship.