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How much does a foreigner's work permit cost and how long does MINTRAB take?

According to the cited documentsOperating and living

New work permit

Q3,000.00

2026MINTRAB

According to the Foreigners' Permits Department (PEX) of the Ministry of Labor (MINTRAB), a new permit costs Q3,000.00 and a renewal Q2,000.00. Total processing time is a maximum of 20 business days, with document review taking up to 10 business days; a renewal must be applied for at least 15 business days before expiry. The procedure is 100% online and the resolution is issued with an electronic signature.

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  • Total processing time

    Maximum 20 business days

    2026MINTRAB
  • Document review

    Up to 10 business days

    2026MINTRAB
  • Work permit renewalQ2,000.002026MINTRAB
  • Minimum notice to apply for a renewal15 business days before expiry2026MINTRAB
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  • MINTRAB

    Permisos a Extranjeros

    • New work permit
    • Work permit renewal
    • Total processing time
    • 2 more figures
    mintrabajo.gob.gtAccessed Aug 19, 2026Go to the source