Guatemala Medical Equipment Import Process (USA → Guatemala)
This guide helps Guatemalan hospitals, clinics, distributors, and licensed importers understand the process of importing pre-owned medical equipment from the United States.
Export-Ready Documentation
All documentation prepared to support Guatemalan customs requirements
Faster Clearance
Reduced customs delays through accurate pre-shipment documentation
Export Support
From quote to shipment, we prepare equipment for export from the USA
Regulatory Authority: Departamento de Regulación y Control de Productos Farmacéuticos y Afines (DRCPFA)
Pre-owned medical equipment can be legally imported into Guatemala with proper documentation and regulatory compliance.
Classification System
Class I-IV (I=External Non-Sterile, II=External Sterile, III=Internal Non-Sterile, IV=Internal Sterile/Highest Risk)
Registration Timeframe
3-6 months for registration approval
License Validity
5 years with renewal
Local Representative
Required for foreign manufacturers
Registration Fees
- • Class I-II: GTQ 500-1,000 (~USD 65-130)
- • Class III-IV: GTQ 1,500-3,000 (~USD 195-390)
Import Duties and Taxes
Import duties 0-15% under CAFTA-DR free trade agreement with USA
VAT Rate
12% (IVA)
Additional Charges
- • Customs processing fees
- • Sanitary registration fees
- • Port handling
Shipping to Guatemala
Air Freight
Transit: 5-10 business days
Airport: La Aurora International Airport (GUA), Guatemala City
Sea Freight
Transit: 4-6 weeks
Port: Puerto Quetzal (Pacific) / Puerto Barrios (Atlantic)
Buyer Responsibility Notice
Buyer is responsible for all Guatemalan regulatory approvals including DRCPFA registration, customs clearance, duties, and post-import certification. Rotala International provides export documentation from the USA; all Guatemalan import compliance is the buyer's responsibility.
Required Documents Checklist
From Rotala International (USA)
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing List
- Bill of Lading / Airway Bill
- Certificate of Origin
Required in Guatemala
- DRCPFA Product Registration
- Certificate of Free Sale (notarized and apostilled)
- Technical documentation and quality certificates
- Spanish language labeling
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