🇬🇹 Guatemala · Employer-sponsored work
Permisos de Trabajo de Personas Extranjeras — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €342 |
| Minimum annual salary | GTQ 36,000 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 18–60 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €355 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://tramites.gob.gt/servicio/1936/.
- Typical processing: ~30 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €342.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Los extranjeros que ingresen legalmente al país necesitan de autorización previa del Ministerio de Trabajo y Previsión Social para trabajar en relación de dependencia, prestando sus servicios a un empleador del sector privado. (no salary threshold; Q 3000 is a fee)”
“Resultado: Autorización de trabajo (work authorization; page silent on permanent residence)”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.