Payroll Outsourcing Services in Guatemala

By Easyco Updated October 8, 2026

Payroll outsourcing in Guatemala is the perfect option if you already have a company in Guatemala or are thinking of registering one. One of the main important tasks is handling payroll responsibilities. Outsourcing the payroll of your company can help you focus on other areas of the business, as well as resources and constant dealing and communication with the authorities.

Guatemala is a country in Central America known as a very popular travel destination for tourists that love extreme sports, trekking, and being in touch with nature. The country has many beaches, waterfalls, and volcanoes, as well as many animals and species that can only be found in that unique region.

Payroll in Guatemala

These are some of the general information to keep in mind about payroll and general employee benefits in Guatemala. These can vary depending on the industry, type of work done, and other criteria.

Working Hours

Ordinary daytime work can’t exceed 8 hours a day or 44 hours a week, which counts as 48 hours for pay purposes (Constitution, art. 102).

Work between 6 pm and 6 am is night work, and employees can’t work more than 6 hours or an accumulated 36 hours a week.
Overtime

Overtime, meaning time worked beyond the ordinary shift, is paid at 150% of the ordinary rate.
Paid Leave
- Paid vacation: 15 working days after each year of continuous work for the same employer
- Public holidays: the paid holidays set in the Labor Code, plus the local holiday of the municipality
- Maternity leave: 84 days in total, 30 before and 54 after the birth.
Minimum Wage

In Guatemala, the minimum wage depends on the industry you’re working in. For 2026 (Acuerdo Gubernativo 256-2025), monthly minimum wages in the department of Guatemala (economic district 1) are Q4,002.28 for non-agricultural work, Q3,791.20 for agricultural work and Q3,409.73 for export and maquila work. In the rest of the country (district 2) they are Q3,816.90, Q3,625.89 and Q3,221.10.

On top of the salary, private-sector employees receive a monthly incentive bonus (bonificación incentivo) of Q250. Employers also pay two extra monthly salaries each year: the aguinaldo (paid in December, or half in December and half in January) and the Bono 14 (paid in July).

Contributions

Both the employer and the employee make contributions:

These are the contributions paid by the employer:

Social Security (IGSS): 10.67%
Workers’ Recreation Institute – IRTRA (for private companies only): 1%
Professional Training Institute – INTECAP: 1%

And these are the contributions paid by the employee:

Social Security: 4.83%

Why outsource the payroll of your company?

Outsourcing the payroll tasks of your company in Guatemala can give you and your team the freedom to focus on other areas of the business. Payroll can seem like a daunting task, especially in a new country with constant changes in regulations and laws.

Outsourcing can be the best option for companies that are first starting operations, as well as companies that are already established and are looking to optimize their processes, relieve their team of the payroll workload, and reduce costs.

It is important to have in mind the advantages and disadvantages of both, doing the payroll in-house or outsourcing it, and if necessary discussing it with other areas of the company, such as accounting, legal, etc.

Benefits of outsourcing payroll tasks

Local expertise, experience, and continuous support

Outsourcing companies work with the best-trained skilled professionals with years of experience in their field. They’re also in constant training and always aware of all law and regulations updates and changes. This is especially helpful if your company is based in another country and just starting operations in Guatemala.

Furthermore, as a company that offers outsourcing services, our priority is always to support the development and growth of your business. That’s why we give you constant and continuous support, which allows us to solve any last-minute problems or requirements.
Low risk of errors

Outsourcing the payroll decreases the possibility of mistakes and errors that can lead to sanctions and fines from the authorities. Outsourcing companies make sure all their actions comply with local regulations and are in constant training to stay up to date with changes and new laws.
Cost-efficient

Outsourcing is also a common alternative for businesses that want to reduce some costs. Outsourcing also saves you the cost of building an in-house payroll team.

What tasks can be outsourced?

At Easyco, our goal is to make your company in Guatemala run as smoothly as possible. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of payroll services designed to cater to all your business needs. Keep in mind that if you need any additional service we can also help you, just send us a message with your requirements and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible!

Calculation of paycheck

Direct deposit to multiple accounts
Payroll tax comprehensive service
Locality processing
Reporting of employee benefits
Usage tracking and accrual – Vacation, Holiday, Sick, Personal Time, PTO
Digital checks in PDF format
Garnishment disbursements
Reports in a standard format and client-developed reports
Guidance for employee insurance
Customer support via e-mail or Whatsapp

Get Assistance from Easyco Experts!

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