Guatemala duty free

The following goods may be imported into Guatemala by travellers without incurring customs duty:

• 500g of tobacco in any form (18 years and older).
• 5L of alcoholic beverages (18 years and older).
• 2kg of confectionery.
• Gifts and goods other than luggage up to the value of US$500.

Prohibited Imports

Special permits are required for some fresh foods like meat, fish, vegetables, fruit, dairy items and their byproducts, along with ammunition weapons, and certain chemical products.

You are not allowed to import pornographic media or literature.

Plants must be accompanied by phytosanitary certificates.

Prohibited Exports

Fruits and vegetables, Mayan artefacts (unless purchased at reputable stores with a certificate) and any products made from endangered species.