Duties

Just as they have rights, all refugees and asylum seekers in Guatemala also have duties.

  • You have to respect national legislation, that is, it is your duty to respect and obey Guatemalan laws and regulations. This includes respecting people, entities, and public and private organizations.
  • In case of not respect the laws of the country, you will be subject to the law and you may be sanctioned and penalized like any other Guatemalan citizen.