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kathleenm
American looking for information about Guatemala
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American
Lives in Washington DC
Registration: 08 August 2013
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I was wondering how easy it would be to move to Guatemala? by Adler_Hanover
Hi, I'm trying to make connections. My wife, kids, and I are hoping to possibly move to Guatemala. I would like to teach English, and start a few businesses. I was wondering how easy it would be to move there? I just have so many ...
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Query re Authenticating Documents for Guatemala's Immigration Agency I am seeing there is still a thing called getting visa documentation "Authenticated," and I do remember when I came to Guatemala back in 1975 that I had done this for a number ... Read More
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Considering retirement in Guatemala by luv2travel
So we FINALLY retired and we can live anywhere. Guatemala looks like an awesome place to learn Spanish, make friends and enjoy life. Any tips on moving, bringing a car, pets, etc. would be appreciated. We love to travel and look forward to our ...
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Thank you ever so much, MissTrudy! You are an angel. This is just what I needed to know. The BLOG WORKS!!! I am impaired, so I think a "tramitador" is just what the doctor ordered. The perfect Rx for this task. Thanks again, Kathleen (from ... Read More
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Considering retirement in Guatemala by luv2travel
So we FINALLY retired and we can live anywhere. Guatemala looks like an awesome place to learn Spanish, make friends and enjoy life. Any tips on moving, bringing a car, pets, etc. would be appreciated. We love to travel and look forward to our ...
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Hello, I did already move here (to GUATEMALA CITY), but now I am just about at the point where I am to extend my 90-day tourist visa. Is the next step a trip to "Migración" to do that? Is it still a horrifying experience to go there, as it was ... Read More
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Applying for Permanent Residency in Guatemala by amytoledo71
I need to obtain an official police report/record from the Guatemalan authorities. With what agency would I go about requesting this information ? Cordially, Amy Toledo
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Hello, From what I understand, you need to file for a criminal background check from the FBI here in the states. In Guatemala they would have no idea what your background may be, so they want verification from the states that you have no criminal ... Read More
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Recommendations for a good real estate agent (Guatemala City)
Hello everyone: I am an American trying to retire in Guatemala and am looking for an apartment to rent. I would like to find an apartment in a good neighborhood in the city for a good price and do not know where to begin when it comes to finding a ... Read More