The Embassy or nearest consulate can assist family and friends in the event of the death of a U.S. citizen in Guatemala. However, funeral homes in Guatemala are generally well versed on the requirements of shipping remains to the U.S. and can complete the necessary paperwork to export the remains to the United States or to prepare the remains for local burial. Procedures and costs for the disposition of remains varies throughout Guatemala. Information specific to each location is provided on the Embassy website at https://gt.usembassy.gov/death-of-a-u-s-citizen/ .

For additional information regarding the death of a U.S. citizen please see the Embassy website at https://gt.usembassy.gov/death-of-a-u-s-citizen/ .

For additional information regarding the disposition of remains of a U.S. citizen please see the Embassy website at:

https://gt.usembassy.gov/disposition-of-remains-2/