GTQ to USD - Guatemalan Quetzal to US Dollar Converter

Convert Guatemalan Quetzal to US Dollar with real-time exchange rates

1 GTQ = ~0.1304 USD (rates vary)

Quick Insight

GTQ to USD is relatively stable, but watch policy statements and US data for moves.

Track Guatemalan and US policy cues; set rate alerts to catch favorable moments.

✈️ Travel budgeting💼 Quick invoicing💸 Remittance estimates

Common GTQ - USD Conversions

Forex Market Hours

Sydney

22:00 - 07:00 UTC

Closed

Tokyo

00:00 - 09:00 UTC

Closed

London

08:00 - 17:00 UTC

Closed

New York

13:00 - 22:00 UTC

Active

Most volatile: London-NY overlap (13:00-17:00 GMT). Best spreads during high liquidity hours.

Upcoming High Impact Events

US Non-Farm Payrolls

First Friday of month

High Impact

USD pairs

ECB Rate Decision

Every 6 weeks

Medium Impact

EUR pairs

Tips & Recommendations

1Avoid airport exchange bureaus - markups can reach 10-15%
2Use ATMs with local bank cards for near mid-market rates
3Pay in local currency to avoid dynamic currency conversion (DCC)
4Notify your bank before travel to prevent card blocks

Frequently Asked Questions

Policy decisions in Guatemala and the US, inflation differentials, trade flows, remittances, commodity prices, and market risk sentiment steer the pair.

Economic Context

Trading Relationship

Guatemala maintains strong trade ties with the United States. GTQ/USD movements influence the costs of imported goods and US-bound exports, affecting manufacturing and consumer prices in Guatemala.

Key Rate Factors

•Banco de Guatemala monetary policy
•Inflation differentials between Guatemala and the US
•US demand for Guatemalan exports and remittance inflows
•Political stability and external financing conditions
•Global risk sentiment and USD liquidity

Central Banks

Banco de Guatemala

Guatemala City, Guatemala

Monitors inflation and money supply; sets the policy framework for domestic liquidity and exchange rate stability.

Federal Reserve System

Washington, D.C., United States

The US central bank. Guides monetary policy, manages inflation, and oversees stability of the financial system.

Exchange rates fluctuate continuously. This converter provides indicative rates for informational purposes. For large transactions, consult with a licensed financial professional.

Rates sourced from European Central Bank reference rates. ECB Reference Rates