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How does Guatemala's import duty (DAI) work, what is its range, and how is import VAT computed?

According to the cited documentsTo be confirmedTaxes

Typical DAI range

0% to 20% on customs value

In forcePwCJun 9, 2026

The Central American Import Tariff combines the Central American Tariff System (SAC, a 10-digit code) with Import Duties (DAI, ad valorem). The typical DAI runs from 0% to 20% of the customs value. The regional framework is the Convention on the Central American Tariff and Customs Regime and the CAUCA customs code.

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  • Import VAT12% on CIF + DAIIn forcemecánica estándarTo be confirmed

Sources

  • Portal SAT

    Sistema Arancelario Centroamericano

    portal.sat.gob.gtAccessed Aug 19, 2026Go to the source
  • PwC

    PwC Worldwide Tax Summaries · Guatemala, Other taxes

    • Typical DAI range
    taxsummaries.pwc.comAccessed Aug 19, 2026Go to the source
  • Convenio sobre el Régimen Arancelario

    Convenio sobre el Régimen Arancelario y Aduanero Centroamericano · texto, SICE/OEA

    sice.oas.orgAccessed Aug 19, 2026Go to the source