About this service
On top of our immigration practice, we offer end-to-end relocation management. Because we know just how many moving parts an international move involves, we commit to walking you through every stage of the process.
At Vaides Matta & Asociados, we are focused on the full satisfaction of our individual, corporate, and expatriate clients. We work with you personally to put together a program tailored to your needs — or your organization's.
From the moment you land at the airport through settling into your temporary or permanent home, we are there with you.
Visa, Residency, and Work Permit
We guide you personally through the entire immigration process — both in your country of origin and here in Guatemala — and help you gather the documentation required at each step, including your work permit. We will help obtain the right paperwork for you and your family so that you can stay in the country legally, while keeping close track of the latest changes in immigration law.
We analyze each immigration case to find the Guatemalan legal classification that fits your needs:
- Advising on the documents required.
- Communicating requirements to the expatriate.
- Preparing all the documentation needed to open the process.
- Processing the work permit.
Personalized support every step of the way
Finding a place to live
Our consultants guide you personally, matching homes to your wishes and needs and finding the best option within your budget.
We work with a roster of well-regarded hotels for temporary housing and extended stays. For longer or permanent stays, our real-estate advisors help you find a comfortable home.
- House search.
- Lease negotiation.
- Pre-move-in inspection.
School search
We walk you through the Guatemalan education system and the main schools available, since your family's education needs are almost always a top priority.
- School search based on your needs.
- Appointment scheduling.
- Accompanied school visits.
- Guidance on required forms and documents.
Intercultural training
Cultural differences can be a stumbling block when settling in a new country. You will feel more confident in your new surroundings thanks to our intercultural training for adults and children, led by expert coaches.
- Introduction to your destination country.
- Managing the transition into a new culture.
- Values, attitudes, and conduct.
- How people differ compared with your country of origin.
- Acclimating to a new culture.
- Understanding cultural norms and local best practices.
Getting to know your new environment
If you'd like, one of our local experts will show you around — or take you to a specific area you want to explore — so you become familiar with where you'll be living and working.
Moving services
Moving everything you own from one place to another can be daunting. Our specialists handle international packing, shipping, and unpacking from day one, and manage the process personally.
Pet relocation
Moving is stressful for humans and animals alike. We advise you on every detail related to your pets so you can rest easy knowing they will be healthy and safe during the journey.