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Rentista / Pensionado Residence

GuatemalaRetirement Visahigh confidence

Territorial — foreign income not taxed. Very low taxes Antigua Guatemala very popular with expats. Low cost. Rich culture. Security varies by region.

Investment

$1,000/mo pension or passive income

Processing

4 months

Min stay

183 days/year

Tax rate

Territorial — foreign income not taxed. Very low taxes%

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Demand score13/100

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Key Details

Leads to PRYes

PR after0.0 years

Citizenship path5 years

Dual citizenship—

Remote workNo

Healthcare includedNo

Crypto accepted—

Same-sex recognised—

RenewableYes

Stay Requirements

Retirement/passive-income residence permit; genuine residence generally required to maintain/renew (~183 days typical) - verify per programme

low confidence

Highlights

Low cost of living
Rich cultural heritage
Popular among expats
Fast processing time
Territorial tax benefits

What could change

Political instability could impact residency regulations.

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Tax Notes

Guatemala has a territorial tax system, meaning foreign income is not taxed.

Last verified: 4/15/2026Updated: 6/10/2026Confidence: high

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What are the income requirements for Guatemala residency?

The minimum income requirement is US$1,250, plus an additional US$300 for each dependent. This residence permit is submitted for approval only to the Guatemalan Migration Institute, and subsequent obligations include paying an annual fee and verifying the source of income every five years.

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