Does Guatemala have a digital nomad visa?
No — Guatemala does not run a dedicated digital-nomad visa. Long-term stays generally go through a retirement or passive-income route, and the route is a moderate lift for a typical non-citizen mover (a monthly income floor of roughly $1,250).
The detail that matters: Rentista/Pensionado: $1,250/mo (+$300/dependent), grants PR day one; citizenship 5yr (Spanish req). Territorial tax, top labor rate 7%.
Tax for foreign residents in Guatemala
For a foreign earner, Guatemala's income is treated lightly. The country uses a territorial or remittance basis, so foreign-source income is often left largely untaxed locally, with a headline top personal rate around 7%. This is general information, not tax advice — confirm your own situation with a cross-border professional before you move.
From visa to permanent residency
If you're thinking past a year or two, check whether the stay builds toward settlement: in Guatemala, permanent residency is reachable after about 0 years of residence. Naturalization typically comes after roughly 5 years. Immigration rules change often, so treat these as directional and verify the current policy with official sources.
Healthcare and insurance
Healthcare access for a foreigner in Guatemala is reasonably accessible. A mid-tier private health plan runs roughly $120 a month — most long-stay visas require proof of cover.