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Customs & Cash — Guatemala
What travelers need to know about customs & cash in Guatemala. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.
Short answer
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CONDITIONAL
Guatemala sets no cap on currency entering or leaving, but if you are carrying USD 10,000 or more you must identify the source of the money and its purpose.
§ US State Dept — GuatemalaVerified Jul 30, 2026
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