Civil and Notarial Law in Guatemala
The Amparo in Guatemala
What is amparo? Amparo is a constitutional protection mechanism whose purpose is to defend the rights and…
Civil Association, Foundation, and NGO: Differences and Similarities in Guatemala
Within the Guatemalan legal framework, there are various non-profit entities created with the objective of benefiting...
Correction of Birth Certificate in Guatemala
The laws in Guatemala regulate and denominate the Rectification of Entry as a Voluntary Jurisdiction procedure, which…
The Sworn Statement in Guatemala
The Affidavit is part of a notarial act of notoriety authorized by a Notary to declare and attest…
Vehicle Transfer in Guatemala
In Guatemala, there are currently two ways to transfer a vehicle: In person at the SAT. Through a…
Marriage in Guatemala with a Foreigner
It may be possible at some point to marry a foreign national and have it celebrated in the territory…
Is a Will the Best Option in Guatemala?
The most common figure in Guatemala for disposing of a person's assets after death is the will...
Change of First and Last Name in Guatemala
In Guatemala, anyone can change their first name and even their surnames (paternal and/or maternal), taking into consideration...
The Apostille in Guatemala
The apostille is a certificate that attests to the origin and authenticity of a public document that has been previously issued…