Internal Work Regulations in Guatemala The Internal Work Regulations are one of the most important labor documents for a company in Guatemala. It should not be seen solely as an administrative requirement before the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare…
It is becoming increasingly common for companies to receive notifications of hearings at the General Labor Inspectorate. This is mainly due to a disgruntled former employee, who possibly did not have their rights recognized when they left the...
The immobilization of real estate is a legal protection measure that allows the owner to voluntarily limit the possibility of selling, mortgaging, or encumbering a property registered in the Property Registry. In Guatemala, this figure has special importance…
Drafting an employment contract may seem like an easy task; there are multiple contract templates available online. Even the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare provides a format to facilitate its preparation, but the real question is… Does the contract that is…
The importance of being well-informed about work permits for foreigners in Guatemala (also called a work visa) lies in the fact that a foreigner intending to work in Guatemala and the employer who wishes to hire...
Severance pay in Guatemala is regulated by Article 82 of the Labor Code, which establishes that this right is applicable only when an indefinite employment contract is terminated without just cause….
In the Guatemalan business world, there is a practice that, although common, is rarely analyzed in depth: paying part of the remuneration under names other than salary. Permanent bonuses, fixed incentives, recurring representation expenses, or “special compensation” are often used…
The General Labor Inspectorate is a department of the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare responsible for verifying compliance with labor, social welfare, and occupational health and safety regulations in workplaces. For the…
Without a doubt, the so-called “economic benefits” represent a mystery for many employers; on how to provide them to their workers without posing any risk in personnel administration. An economic benefit is a non-monetary contribution provided by the employer...
