🇬🇹Guatemala
Guatemala is a Central American country known for its diverse landscapes, rich Mayan heritage, and vibrant culture. It offers a low cost of living, a variety of climates from highland cool to tropical, and a mix of modern cities and traditional villages. While it attracts expats and digital nomads with its affordability and natural beauty, infrastructure and services can vary widely between urban and rural areas.
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Moving to Guatemala: residency, real costs and the safety picture for Americans in 2026
Spring-like highland weather, a couple's budget near $2,350 a month, and a retiree residency that asks for $1,250 in monthly income. Here's what it takes, and where it gets hard.
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