Company formation and legal guidance
A Guatemalan Sociedad Anónima (S.A.) is a corporate structure governed by Guatemalan commercial law. Incorporation generally involves defining shareholders and management, preparing a notarial deed, and filing applicable documents with the Commercial Registry.
What we can help you understand
- Initial considerations regarding shareholders and proposed company name.
- Documents and identification required for your individual circumstances.
- Local management and legal representation requirements.
- Notarial and Commercial Registry procedures.
- Potential tax registration and additional steps to discuss.
Can non-residents incorporate?
Foreign nationals can participate in Guatemalan commercial companies subject to applicable legal requirements. The precise process, representation and documents vary. We review the situation before confirming the scope of any service.
Indicative pricing
Our starting reference price for a standard local incorporation service is GTQ 4,999. This is not a fixed quotation for international or complex cases. Actual scope and applicable charges must be confirmed individually.
How to inquire
Contact us with the intended business activity, the shareholders’ countries of residence and a brief description of the planned company. We will explain the next steps and any information needed.
Official reference: Guatemala Commercial Registry portal and SAT tax registration guidance.