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Guatemala General Information

Language:Spanish, many ethnic languages, some English
Electricity:110V AC 60Hz
International Direct Dialing Code:502
Driving:Driving is on the right. National licence or International licence valid for 30 days required
Currency:Quetzal (GTQ 1 = 100 Centavos)
Business/Social Hints:Business is usually conducted in Spanish. In the capital many executives speak English. The second family name is not used on its own. On social occasions, eg invitation to restaurants, be punctual and dress as for business meetings unless otherwise indicated
Public Holidays:2010
1 Jan New Year`s Day, 1 Apr - 5 Apr Easter, 1 May Labour Day, 30 Jun Army Day, 15 Aug Assumption (Guatemala City only), 15 Sep Independence Day, 20 Oct Revolution Day, 1 Nov All Saints` Day, 24 Dec Christmas Eve (afternoon only), 25 Dec Christmas Day, 31 Dec New Year`s Eve (afternoon only).
Emergency Services:Police: 110/120. Fire: 122/123. Ambulance: 125/128
Clothing:Lightweights or tropicals. Jacket or light woollens for night, heavier clothing from Nov-Feb