
Last updated on Feb 10, 2022
Summary: Expats, digital nomads and retirees discuss what it is like to live in Guatemala City, Guatemala: Cost of living, Finding a home, Meeting People and more.
When we asked people about industries and career opportunities in Guatemala City, they reponded:
"More int'l job opportunities in Guatemala focus around NGOs, education, and science," said another expat in Guatemala City.
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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000. Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Some of Joshua's more popular articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 8 Best Places to Live in Croatia and the Living in Mexico Guide. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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Guide to Living in Guatemala City, Guatemala
Guatemala City, Guatemala: Cost of Living, Healthcare and What to Know About Living in Guatemala City
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Expats and global nomads in Guatemala City share their experiences with health insurance, healthcare in Guatemala, local hospitals and specialists, quality of medical care and more.
Expats talk about what it's like living in Guatemala City, Guatemala: Cost of Living, Healthcare and What Newcomers to Guatemala City Should Know
My biggest problem was understanding that I was no longer in the U.S. and had to accept the way things were done in Guatemala or leave. That took at least two to three years of banging my head against the wall before I accepted that things run differently here.
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What is it like to move to Guatemala in 2022? Members offer advice for newcomers.
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Guatemala City, Guatemala: Cost of Living, Healthcare and What to Know About Living in Guatemala City
Guatemala Forum
Meet other people living in Guatemala City.
Expats and global nomads in Guatemala City share their experiences with health insurance, healthcare in Guatemala, local hospitals and specialists, quality of medical care and more.
Expats talk about what it's like living in Guatemala City, Guatemala: Cost of Living, Healthcare and What Newcomers to Guatemala City Should Know
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Help other expats and newcomers by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Guatemala City.
An expat who lives several hours from Guatemala City explains that he would only use the local hospital in an emergency to be stabilized before going a hospital in Guatemala city. He explains most prescription medicines are available in Guatemala, but expensive.
My biggest problem was understanding that I was no longer in the U.S. and had to accept the way things were done in Guatemala or leave. That took at least two to three years of banging my head against the wall before I accepted that things run differently here.
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