InterNations – Uniting Dutch living in Guatemala

Would you like to get in touch with other Dutch in Guatemala? Are you in need of help and advice from your Dutch compatriots? Or would you like to join other Dutch expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. the three dozen volcanic areas amidst its mountain ranges?

Whether you have settled as an expat in Guatemala or are still living in the Netherlands and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, InterNations Guatemala offers everything you need: Established in 2007, our trusted community soon became the leading platform for international networking among expatriates and global minds around the world. Our network also counts a considerable number of Dutch expats in Guatemala, coming from all corners of the Netherlands - from The Hague, over Amsterdam to Rotterdam.

Thomas Crawford

Thomas Crawford

The InterNations expat circle in Guatemala City is such a diversified, multi-national crowd!

Therese Waldorf

Therese Waldorf

Moving to such a vast and lively city abroad scared me a little, but this site helped my acclimatisation as an expat in "Guate" a lot.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Meet other Dutch at our events in Guatemala

Attend our monthly events and activities for Dutch expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

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We’re wrapping up 2025 in style with an evening of good vibes, great company, and even better brews at Cadejo Zona 10, a local favorite known for its bold craft beers, great food, and lively atmosphere. Whether you’ve been with us from the start or are just joining the crew, this is your moment to

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the cities finest restaurants, sports or outings with other expats to explore all that your new home has to offer.

Guatemala City Community Group
Guatemala City Community Group

Find Tips and Advice on Guatemala from Dutch Expats

Of course, expat living in Guatemala is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Dutch is an essential part of expat life and helps getting accustomed to the Guatemalan way of life and mentality. InterNations helps you connect and meet up with other Dutch in Guatemala, residing in Guatemala Ciudad, Puerto San José, Quetzaltenango and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Dutch in Guatemala.

If you ever wish to have a chat in your native language, discover where to shop for Dutch food or discuss your favorite sports team's latest match, become a member of the Guatemalan InterNations Community:

  • Look up our top quality network to get to know open-minded expats from the Netherlands in Guatemala.
  • Obtain and share insider tips in our Guatemala Expat Forums – e.g. how to hire a babysitter fluent in your native tongue for your children or where to get stamppot in Puerto San José.
  • Search the InterNations Places database for Guatemala to get information on institutions from your home country, including the Dutch embassy.

From the three dozen volcanic areas amidst its mountain ranges to the shallow and sparsely populated Pacific Lowlands, we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly Dutch expats in Guatemala.

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Dutch in Guatemala

Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in Guatemala. Our get-togethers are very diverse and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional Guatemalan tamal, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Guatemala Ciudad’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see the Colonial Spanish capital of Central America as well as other beautiful landmarks in Guatemala.

Our meet-ups and activities are a great opportunity to mingle with expats from the Netherlands and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Goededag from our Dutch living in Guatemala!