Trading Across Borders in Guatemala

These tables list the procedures necessary to import and exports a standardized cargo of goods in Guatemala. The documents required to export and import the goods are also shown.

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 Nature of Export ProceduresDuration (days)US$ Cost
Documents preparation10267
Customs clearance and technical control2175
Ports and terminal handling2240
Inland transportation and handling3500
Totals:171182
 Nature of Import ProceduresDuration (days)US$ Cost
Documents preparation10317
Customs clearance and technical control2175
Ports and terminal handling3260
Inland transportation and handling2550
Totals:171302
 Export documents Import documents
Bill of ladingBill of lading
Certificate of originCertificate of origin
Commercial invoiceCommercial invoice
Customs export declarationCustoms import declaration
Export licenseForeign exchange authorization
Foreign exchange authorizationImport license
Inspection reportInspection report
Packing listPacking list
Technical standard/health certificateTechnical standard/health certificate
Terminal handling receiptsTerminal handling receipts