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4 language schools in Guatemala from 133US$ for a 1 week Spanish course
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Overall attractiveness of Guatemala
69 authentic ratings from students who booked a course with us Information about Guatemala
Guatemala, famous for its indigenous Maya influence, is filled with great cities, volcanoes, beaches and mountains. The rich Guatemalan culture and the warmth of its people will surely make your language travel experience an unforgettable one. See the ruins of El Mirador and Tikal, the old churches in Antigua or go climbing. Party at a large national holiday or a small area festival, which are often rooted in Guatemalan religious traditions and take delight in the traditional dances during those great fiestas. Drink a 'boj' or eat the popular fiesta dish 'Sak ik'.
Key Facts about Guatemala
Population: 17,248,000
Capital: Guatemala City
Time zone: GMT -6
Currency: GTQ (1 GTQ = 0.1302 USD)
Telephone country code: +502
Largest cities in Guatemala:
- 1. Guatemala City: 1,000,000
- 2. Mixco: 470,000
- 3. Villa Nueva: 400,000
- 4. Petapa: 140,000
- 5. San Juan Sacatepequez: 140,000
Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term Spanish courses up to 90 days. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 05 May 2025 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of Guatemala in your country. List of embassies and consulates of Guatemala on the official website - Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de Guatemala.
Cost of Living:
- Big Mac price (Guatemala average):25.80 GTQ (35% cheaper than in USA)
Mains electricity:
- Residential voltage: 120 V
- Frequency: 60 Hz
Q&A - Questions about Spanish courses and schools in Guatemala
How many private lessons per week do you recommend?
“What I would recommend is a combination of group and private, for example, 20 group lessons per week, combined with 5 or 10 private lessons per week (1 or 2 private lessons per day). That way, you can pay extra attention to the areas you struggle with and have space to ask questions that may not have had room for during the group course. If you only want to book private lessons, I recommend a maximum of 10-15 private lessons per week, as our brains often cannot absorb more. ”
Robin Rebecca Pietersma, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 15, 2024
I want to buy a voucher for a Spanish course to give as a Christmas present. Can you help me with this?
“Yes! It's totally possible to organize it for you and it's also possible to include a special message from you if you wish. Let us know what type of programme you would like to book, the duration of the course, and the range of dates and we will be happy to help you with.”
Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 21, 2022
I am looking for a place where the daily high temperature does not exceed 26 degrees. Any recommendations?
“In Antigua Guatemala, the average temperature varies from 24-27°C year-round.”
Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 17, 2022
Language Schools in Guatemala By City
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- Antigua Guatemala (4 schools) 4.7