Importing to Guatemala
Importing IT and technology into Guatemala can be challenging for several reasons, but it also presents potential opportunities for those willing to navigate the landscape.
Tax: Up to 12%
Duties: Up to 15%
Duties: Up to 15%
Restricted Items: Goods of Certain COO
Non-working days: Saturday, Sunday, and Public Holidays
Lead times: 2-3 Weeks
Best carrier option: Courier or Freight Forwarder
Prominent Languages: Spanish
Tax: Up to 12%
Duties: Up to 15%
Restricted Items: Goods of Certain COO
Non-working days: Saturday, Sunday, and Public Holidays
Lead Time: 2-3 Weeks
Best carrier option: Courier or Freight Forwarder
Prominent Languages: Spanish
Pain Points
Trade Pain Points and Possibilities
The regulatory environment for IT and technology in Guatemala can be complex and bureaucratic, making it difficult for businesses to import and comply with regulations. This can lead to delays, increased costs, and uncertainty. This is why having an IOR can be really helpful to ease the import process.
Despite these challenges, there are also opportunities for growth in the IT and technology sector in Guatemala. The government is increasingly recognizing the importance of IT for economic development and is taking steps to improve the regulatory environment and invest in infrastructure.
Our Solution
About Guatemala
Trade Pain Points and Possibilities
The regulatory environment for IT and technology in Guatemala can be complex and bureaucratic, making it difficult for businesses to import and comply with regulations. This can lead to delays, increased costs, and uncertainty. This is why having an IOR can be really helpful to ease the import process.
Despite these challenges, there are also opportunities for growth in the IT and technology sector in Guatemala. The government is increasingly recognizing the importance of IT for economic development and is taking steps to improve the regulatory environment and invest in infrastructure.
Our Solution
How TecEx Can Help You Import into Guatemala
Importing into Guatemala comes with significant complexity and can be challenging. Through our specialized Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) shipping solution, TecEx is prime positioned to act as your IOR. Under DDP incoterms, we are able to handle the entire process for you. From pre-compliance to customs clearance all the way to final delivery to any site in Guatemala.
About Guatemala
Although Guatemala is not a technologically advanced nation, its position as the largest economy in the region has attracted big names such as Microsoft and Fortinet. As the industry develops further, Guatemala may become an essential destination for many other big names looking to expand into the region.
TecEx offers expert Importer of Record and compliance services into Guatemala, helping you achieve seamless, stress-free shipping every time.
Your global trade solution for Guatemala
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Your global trade solution for Guatemala
Fill in the form to get in touch, and our expert team will contact you with a bespoke customs compliance solution to suit your needs.