What are your business hours?
Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
How can I become a member of Agexport?
How can I reserve an event room at the Infinia Convention Center?
You can contact the PBX at +502 2422-3645.
Where can I make a reservation for the KI restaurant?
You can contact the PBX at +5022422-3636.
What are the opening hours of the KI restaurant?
Monday to Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m..
Where can I pay my union dues?
Monday to Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m..
Where can I see the date of an event?
Visit our Events page. Events page.
What are the steps to becoming an exporter?
Visit our VUPE page. VUPE.
How can I access the directory of exporters?
If you are a member, request a username and password from your coordinator.
If you do not visit Directory.
How can I contact Invest Guatemala, the private investment attraction agency for Guatemala?
Visit our page at Invest Guatemala.
Where can I view Agexport's tenders?
Visit our page on Tenders.
What is Partnerships for Development?
Visit our page on Partnerships for Development.
What is DataExport magazine and how do I place an ad?
Visit our DataExport page. DataExport page.
What is AGEXPORT Today and how do I subscribe?
Visit our page at AGEXPORT TODAY.
Which delegates are at the AGEXPORT offices?
Maga – Signatures and Animal and Plant Health Certificates
INAB – Timber certification and labeling
SAT – Export bonds
What is the first step in exporting from Guatemala?
Obtain the Exporter Code through the platform SEADEX WEB.
Where do I apply for an Exporter Code?
On the platform SEADEX WEB.
How long does it take to get the Exporter Code approved?
Between 2 and 3 hours, subject to verification of the documentation.
What happens if I don't answer the verification call?
The request will be denied.
How much does it cost to obtain an Exporter Code?
Q92.00, payable at authorized banks.
What documents does a corporation need?
- Business License
- Company Patent
- Appointment of the Legal Representative
- Legal Representative's DPI
- Form RE-F-005
What documents does an individual need?
- Business License
- DPI
- Form RE-F-005
What documents do I need to prepare for export?
It depends on the destination, origin, and mode of transport, but primarily: DUCA, DEPREX, and commercial invoice.
When is the DUCA-F used?
When you export within Central America with regional origin.
What is DEPREX and when does it apply?
This is the Export Declaration for trade outside Central America.
Does the DEPREX need to be accompanied by another document?
Yes, it must always be used with a DUCA-D.
What types of DUCA-D are there?
- Simplified (Grade 11)
- Supplementary (Class 37)
- Regular (Grade 10)
- Correction (Class 36)
- Provisional (Class 54)
Which document is required depending on the mode of transportation?
- Maritime: Bill of Lading
- Air Travel: Air Travel Guide
- Land: Bill of Lading
Which products require special permits?
Wood, textiles, plant products, animal products, and others.
What certificate do I need to export wood?
INAB Certificate.
What documentation is required for textile products?
EXTEX.
What certification is required for agricultural products?
Phytosanitary Certificate.
What certification is required for animal products?
Animal Health Certificate.
What is a Certificate of Origin, and when is it used?
A document certifying the country of origin, when requested by the importer.
Are exports subject to VAT?
No, they are exempt under the law.
In what currency should the invoice be issued?
In dollars or quetzales (specifying the exchange rate).
What should an export invoice include?
Data recorded in RECAUCA.
What is export clearance?
This marks the conclusion of the process with the SAT through the Supplementary DUCA-D.
Who can help me with the customs process?
The TRAMITEX Service
What does the TRAMITEX service include?
Logistical support and document processing.