Sending a parcel to Guatemala
Prices, delivery times, customs rules and the best carriers for shipping a parcel to Guatemala. Independent comparison updated 2026.
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Summary
At a glance
A parcel to Guatemala arrives in 10–18 days (standard) or 3–5 days (DHL/FedEx Express) (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 0 €, customs duty from 0 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex.
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Sending a parcel to Guatemala
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Summary
A parcel to Guatemala arrives in 10–18 days (standard) or 3–5 days (DHL/FedEx Express) (express). Non-EU country — VAT from 0 €, customs duty from 0 €. Best carriers: dhl-express, fedex.
- Region
- latin america
- EU
- No
- Currency
- GTQ
- Standard delivery
- 10–18 days
- Express delivery
- 3–5 days (DHL/FedEx Express)
- Customs duty from
- No customs (EU)
- VAT
- from 0 €
- CN23 required
- Yes
Carrier comparison
Carriers for Guatemala
| Carrier | Business days from carrier pickup. Does not include weekends or public holidays. | Indicative price for a 10 kg parcel. Calculated from average market rates — varies by season, volume and fuel surcharges. | Key strengths | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 DHL Express Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–2 days | 160 € | Fastest for non-EU destinations · Door-to-door in 72h worldwide | Detailsarrow_forward |
 FedEx Carrier — own fleet and branch network. Picks up and delivers directly. | 1–3 days | 147 € | Strong USA and Asia network · Fast intercontinental delivery (2–4 days) | Detailsarrow_forward |
Price by weight
Price by weight
Price curve for a parcel to Guatemala
Values are averages of the cheapest standard and fastest express service. Actual price depends on the carrier.
Prices by weight
Indicative prices and delivery time
| Weight | Standard shipping — balanced choice. Parcel typically arrives in 2–5 business days. Includes tracking. | Express shipping — priority handling and delivery in 1–2 business days. Surcharge is typically 50–150 % over standard. |
|---|---|---|
| 2 kg | 22 € | 58 € |
| 5 kg | 38 € | 95 € |
| 10 kg | 64 € | 160 € |
Prices are indicative, the actual amount depends on the carrier, exchange rate and seasonal surcharges. See the carrier comparison table below for exact numbers.
Customs
Guatemala has no significant de minimis for shipments — IVA (VAT) 12% applies practically from the first quetzal of value. Duty depends on the goods category under the Central American customs schedule (0–20%), typically 0–10% for personal shipments. Customs authority SAT manages clearance. Shipments are subject to inspection and clearance times are variable (3–10 days).
Required documents
- CN22 is a simplified customs declaration for parcels up to 2 kg and €270 in value. Completed at the post office or generated by the carrier. Without CN22, the parcel may be held at customs.
- Commercial invoice
- Detailed description and value in USD
Prohibited items
These items cannot be shipped to Guatemala.
- Drugs and controlled substances
- Weapons and ammunition (without government permit)
- Pornographic material
- Counterfeit goods
- Endangered species (CITES)
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Data accuracy
Indicative information — verify at source
Shipping prices, delivery times and customs limits change over time and may differ by carrier, volume and season. Values on this page are indicative — they help you decide which carrier to pick, not to calculate a binding price. Before shipping, always verify current rates and conditions with the chosen carrier and the customs authority of Guatemala.
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What are the customs conditions for shipments to Guatemala?
Guatemala has no significant de minimis — IVA 12% and duty per schedule apply to practically every shipment. For personal shipments below 200 USD, duty is usually zero but IVA 12% always applies. Use DHL or FedEx with DDP option.
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