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The minimum wage in Guatemala for 2025 is in a range of Q3 thousand 528.59 for the Maquilero sector and Q3 thousand 973.05 for non -agricultural activities, depending on the region and economic sector.
Since January 2025, the new minimum wage in Guatemala is in force, with a 10 % increase for agricultural and non -agricultural sectors, and 6 % for maquila. (Photo, free press: Glenda Burrión)
He Guatemala Governmentthrough the president Bernardo Arévaloannounced the December 22, 2024 a minimum wage increase that entered into force from January 1, 2025.
This adjustment contemplated an increase in 10% for agricultural and non -agricultural activitiesand of 6% for the maquila and export sectorbeing one of the most significant salary increases in the last decade
The new minimum wage was established based on the recommendations of the National Salary Commission (CNS) and is divided according to the Economic constituency of the country, which considers both geographical location and economic activity.
Minimum wage in Guatemala for 2025
Economic constituency 1 (CE1): Department of Guatemala
| Activity | Salary 2024 | Increase | Monthly Base Salary 2025 | Bonus | Total to receive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural | Q3,266.86 | 10% | Q3,593.55 | Q250 | Q3,843.55 |
| Non -agricultural | Q3,384.59 | 10% | Q3,723.05 | Q250 | Q3,973.05 |
| Export and maquila | Q3,093.01 | 6% | Q3,278.59 | Q250 | Q3,528.59 |
Economic constituency 2 (CE2): rest of the country’s departments
| Activity | Salary 2024 | Increase | Monthly Base Salary 2025 | Bonus | Total to receive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural | Q3,124.42 | 10% | Q3,436.86 | Q250 | Q3,686.86 |
| Non -agricultural | Q3,227.82 | 10% | Q3,550.60 | Q250 | Q3,800.60 |
| Export and maquila | Q2,921.90 | 6% | Q3,097.21 | Q250 | Q3,347.21 |
These new values will be in force of the January 1 to December 31, 2025.
How many types of minimum wage exist in Guatemala?
Since 2023, in Guatemala they exist SIX TYPES OF MINIMUM SALARYdetermined by two variables Main:
- Geographic region:
- CE1: Guatemala department.
- CE2: Other departments in the country.
- Economic activity:
- Agricultural.
- Non -agricultural.
- Maquila and export.
This classification, as explained at the time the corresponding authorities, sought to adjust the minimum salary of 2023 to the economic realities of each region and productive sector, in order to guarantee more equitable conditions for both workers and employers.
When is the minimum wage of 2026 defined?
During an event held on May 13, 2025, the Minister of Labor and Social Welfare, Miriam Roquel Chávezconfirmed that they are waiting for the government agreement to form the Minimum salary analysis commission for 2026.
This committee will resume the technical and economic analysis to assess whether it is necessary to apply new adjustments to the workers’ salary, considering the national and international economic environment.
How is the minimum wage defined in Guatemala?
The minimum wage setting process is in charge of the National Salary Commission (CNS)Advisory body of the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare. The CNS is responsible for analyzing economic, social and labor factors to recommend the annual adjustments that the country needs.
Stages of the process:
- Technical Analysis and Proposals
Joint commissions, composed of government representatives, workers and employers, study variables such as Cost of livingthe inflationthe productivity and the situation of labor market. - Negotiation
If there is consensus, a joint proposal is presented to the Ministry of Labor. - Presidential decision
If an agreement is not reached, the President of the Republic determines the new salary based on technical analyzes. - Official publication
The new minimum wage It is formalized by government agreement in the Central America Diary and the January 1 of the following year.