CUSTOMS

IMPORT REGULATIONS

Pets

Import Requirements

• The pet must be accompanied by a health certificate that includes a stamp and signature of the Veterinarian from the country of origin. The certificate must attest that the animal was examined and found to be in good health and free from clinical signs of infectious and/or parasitic diseases. Proof of vaccination and deworming with approved products must also be provided.
• The pet should also have a copy of their vaccination records with a stamp and signature from the official veterinarian from the country of origin. The records must show that the pet has been vaccinated against rabies, indicating its validity. The latest vaccine should have been administered no less than one month before the date of departure. This does not apply to animals under three months of age.
• The pet should undergo an inspection by SEPA/OIRSA personnel at the point of entry into Guatemala. The passenger must submit a copy of each certificate and pay $14 for each pet.
• Documents must be translated into Spanish.

For more information, please visit the Guatemala Ministry of Agriculture.

Free to Import

Tobacco (restricted to travellers 18 years and over)

• 500 grams of tobacco in any form.

Alcohol (restricted to travellers 18 years and over)

• 5 litres of alcohol.

Currency

• Funds of US$10,000 or equivalent must be declared to the customs authorities.

Other Goods

• Goods for personal use, including the following:
• Clothing, jewellery, and toiletries.
• Medication for personal use.
• Sports equipment, personal electronics, portable musical instruments, and camping equipment.
• Other goods up to a value of US$500.

For further information, please visit the Guatemala Superintendency of Tax Administration, and Travel Baggage.