• 🚢 Ro/Ro & Container Shipping Options

  📅 Weekly Sailings from major U.S. ports to Puerto Quetzal, Santo Tomás de Castilla, and Puerto Barrios
  🛡️ Fully Licensed, Bonded & Insured for secure transport
  🧾 Complete Customs Documentation Assistance
  📍 Real-Time Shipment Tracking for peace of mind
  🚚 Door-to-Port Pickup & Inland Delivery – available across the USA with bonded warehouse clearance in Guatemala City and Mixco
  💰 Affordable Rates with transparent pricing and no hidden fees

  Whether you’re shipping to Guatemala for the first time or you’re a frequent exporter, our team ensures a smooth, reliable, and stress-free shipping experience from start to finish

Royal Shipping Lines is:

✅ FMC Licensed & Bonded
✅ A U.S.-based company
✅ Experienced with Copart, IAAI, Adesa & Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (RB Auctions)
✅ Compliant with Guatemalan Customs regulations

Let our team guide you through each step — from pickup in the USA to customs clearance at the Ports of Puerto Quetzal, Santo Tomás de Castilla, Puerto Barrios, or bonded warehouse facilities in Guatemala City and Mixco.

Whether you’re moving abroad permanently, studying, or relocating for work, Royal Shipping Lines provides secure and affordable shipping services for personal effects and household goods from the USA to Guatemala. With regular sailings to the Ports of Puerto Quetzal, Santo Tomás de Castilla, and Puerto Barrios, plus bonded warehouse clearance in Guatemala City and Mixco, we make international moving simple, efficient, and stress-free.

📦 Household Goods & Personal Effects Shipping
We handle a wide variety of items essential for your move, including:

• Furniture (beds, sofas, tables, cabinets)

• Appliances (refrigerators, washers, dryers, stoves)

• Electronics (TVs, computers, sound systems)

• Kitchenware & everyday household essentials

• Clothing, books, and personal belongings

• Packed boxes or full household shipments

🚛 Relocation Services & Options
Our team ensures your belongings arrive safely and on time with flexible shipping methods:

• FCL (Full Container Load): A private 20ft or 40ft container for entire household moves

• LCL (Less-than-Container Load): Shared containers for smaller shipments or partial moves

• Door-to-Port & Bonded Warehouse Delivery: Pickup anywhere in the USA with delivery to your selected Guatemalan port or bonded warehouse in Guatemala City or Mixco

• Customs Clearance Support: Guidance on required documentation and smooth processing with Guatemalan Customs

At Royal Shipping Lines, we specialize in shipping all types of vehicles from the USA to Guatemala’s main ports — Puerto Quetzal, Santo Tomás de Castilla, and Puerto Barrios, with bonded warehouse clearance available in Guatemala City and Mixco. We ensure safe, reliable, and cost-efficient transport for every shipment, fully compliant with Guatemalan customs regulations.

🚗 Passenger Cars
🚙 SUVs and Crossovers
🚐 Pickup Trucks and Vans
🏍️ Motorcycles and Scooters
🚛 Commercial Trucks and Fleets
🚐 Motorhomes & RVs
🏌️ Golf Carts – ideal for resorts, hotels, and private communities
🏎️ Luxury, Classic & Collector Vehicles

At Royal Shipping Lines, we specialize in shipping boats, jet skis, and other watercraft from the USA to Guatemala’s main ports — Puerto Quetzal, Santo Tomás de Castilla, and Puerto Barrios, with bonded warehouse clearance available in Guatemala City and Mixco. Whether you’re transporting a personal boat, a fleet of jet skis, or larger recreational vessels, our team ensures safe, reliable, and cost-effective delivery, fully compliant with Guatemalan customs regulations.

⚓ Types of Boats & Watercraft We Ship to Guatemala

🛶 Small Boats & Dinghies – shipped in containers or crated for protection
🚤 Jet Skis & Personal Watercraft – shipped on trailers or secured in containers
🛥️ Yachts & Luxury Boats – transported via specialized carriers for maximum safety
⛵ Sailboats – shipped with cradles or flat-rack containers
🚢 Commercial & Fishing Boats – oversized shipping options available

Guatemala is a growing hub for construction, agriculture, and commercial trade, creating steady demand for importing heavy equipment and industrial machinery. At Royal Shipping Lines, we provide safe, cost-effective shipping solutions from the USA to Guatemala’s key ports — Puerto Quetzal, Santo Tomás de Castilla, and Puerto Barrios.

🚜 Agricultural Machinery Shipping

We ship a wide range of farming equipment essential to Guatemala’s agricultural sector, including:

• Tractors

• Harvesters & Combines

• Planters & Seeders

• Sprayers & Cultivators

• Other essential farm machinery and attachments

🏗 Construction & Industrial Equipment Shipping

We handle the transport of oversized and heavy-duty machinery for construction and industry, such as:

• Excavators, Bulldozers & Loaders

• Cranes, Graders & Forklifts

• Heavy Trucks & Earthmoving Equipment

• Specialized Industrial & Mining Machinery

• At Royal Shipping Lines, we provide international shipping to Guatemala’s busiest seaports and offer bonded warehouse solutions near Guatemala City, ensuring smooth customs clearance, secure storage, and efficient distribution of vehicles, containers, and machinery.

  📍 Puerto Barrios – key port for regional trade, bulk shipments, and select vehicle imports

  📍 Puerto Quetzal – Guatemala’s largest and busiest seaport, handling most container, vehicle, and general cargo imports
  📍 Santo Tomás de Castilla – major Caribbean port for containers, RoRo shipments, and bulk cargo

  🏢 Bonded Warehouses in Guatemala
  📍 Guatemala City (Inland Customs Zone) – central hub for bonded storage, customs clearance, and distribution of vehicles, containers, and machinery
  📍 Mixco – bonded warehouse facilities offering secure storage and customs support near Guatemala City

• 🛳️ East Coast USA (Miami, Jacksonville, Savannah → Puerto Barrios / Santo Tomás de Castilla): 5–7 days 🚀 Fastest Route
  🛳️ Gulf Coast USA (Houston, New Orleans → Puerto Barrios / Santo Tomás de Castilla): 7–10 days
  🛳️ West Coast USA (Los Angeles, Oakland, Seattle → Puerto Quetzal): 12–15 days

  ⚠️ Transit times are approximate and may vary depending on the shipping line, chosen port, route, seasonal conditions, and whether you select RoRo, Lo/Lo, or container shipping.

  👉 Fastest Route: Shipping from the U.S. East Coast to Guatemala’s Caribbean ports (Puerto Barrios & Santo Tomás de Castilla) typically takes only 5–7 days, making it the most efficient option for vehicles, machinery, and containerized cargo.

🚗 Ro/Ro (Roll-On/Roll-Off)
Your vehicle is driven directly onto the ship and secured inside a weather-protected cargo deck. This option is ideal for operable cars, SUVs, pickup trucks, vans, buses, and machinery, offering a fast and cost-effective solution to Guatemala’s major ports — Puerto Quetzal, Santo Tomás de Castilla, and Puerto Barrios.

📦 Container Shipping
Best for non-running vehicles, motorcycles, golf carts, boats, or high-value cars. Containers are available in 20ft, 40ft, and 45ft sizes, with shared container options (LCL) to reduce costs or full container loads (FCL) for maximum security. This method provides extra protection against weather, theft, and damage, making it the preferred choice for luxury, classic, or collector vehicles, as well as household goods and commercial cargo.

To ensure smooth customs clearance when shipping personal effects or household goods from the USA to Guatemala, you will typically need the following documents:

• Valid Passport – copy of the consignee’s identification page

• Bill of Lading (BOL) – issued by the carrier with shipment details

• Packing List / Inventory – detailed list of all items included in the shipment

• Commercial Invoice or Valuation – if required for customs purposes

• Proof of Residence in Guatemala – such as a lease agreement, work permit, or residency card (for those relocating)

• Import Permit or Authorization – for restricted or regulated items

⚠️ Important: Guatemalan Customs may request additional documentation depending on the nature of the shipment. Our team at Royal Shipping Lines will assist you throughout the process to ensure compliance and avoid delays.

✅ Original Vehicle Title (clear of liens)
✅ Bill of Sale or Purchase Invoice
✅ Valid Passport or Driver’s License
✅ Consignee’s Guatemalan Tax ID (NIT – Número de Identificación Tributaria)

Shipping a boat from the USA to Guatemala’s ports — Puerto Quetzal, Santo Tomás de Castilla, or Puerto Barrios — is a straightforward process with Royal Shipping Lines. Our team manages every step to ensure your vessel arrives safely and in full compliance with Guatemalan customs regulations.

Steps to Ship a Boat to Guatemala:

1. Prepare Documentation – Original vessel title, registration, bill of sale, and a valid passport for the consignee.

2. Select Shipping Method – Choose between RoRo (for trailer-ready boats) or container/flat-rack shipping for smaller boats, jet skis, or sailboats.

3. Boat Preparation – Drain fuel and water tanks, disconnect batteries, and secure all loose items.

4. Transport to U.S. Port – We arrange pickup anywhere in the USA and deliver your boat to the nearest port of departure.

5. Loading & Shipping – Your boat is professionally secured for ocean transport and shipped to your selected Guatemalan port.

6. Customs Clearance in Guatemala – Our agents assist with clearance, duties, and delivery arrangements.

⚠️ Important: Certain items (hazardous materials, firearms, or restricted equipment) cannot be shipped with boats. Our team will guide you through Guatemalan regulations to ensure a smooth process.

When shipping heavy machinery or industrial equipment from the USA to Guatemala, the following documents are typically required for smooth customs clearance:

• Commercial Invoice – with full description and value of the equipment

• Packing List – detailed breakdown of machinery, parts, and accessories

• Bill of Lading (BOL) – issued by the carrier with shipment details

• Certificate of Origin – confirming where the machinery was manufactured

• Import Permit or Authorization – if required for specific machinery types

• Valid Passport or Company Registration Documents – for the consignee in Guatemala

⚠️ Important Requirements for Equipment:

• Machinery and equipment with tracks must be thoroughly cleaned prior to delivery to prevent soil contamination and avoid customs delays.

• All equipment must be fully operable, with no major issues or leaks, to be accepted for shipping.

• Guatemalan Customs may request additional paperwork depending on the equipment type, condition (new or used), and intended use.

Our experts at Royal Shipping Lines will guide you through every step to ensure compliance and avoid delays or extra charges.

🔫 Arms & Ammunition

The Department for the Control of Arms and Munitions (DECAM) under the Guatemalan Ministry of Defense strictly enforces regulations on weapons:

• Prohibited:

  • High-powered firearms

  • Military-grade weapons and equipment

• Exceptions:

  • Importation is only permitted for official government use

📌 DECAM maintains full authority over licensing and enforcement.

💊 Pharmaceuticals & Banned Substances

• Banned Substance:

  • Pseudoephedrine and all products containing pseudoephedrine

• Effective Since: April 2009

• Import & Sale: Fully prohibited in Guatemala

🔍 This includes over-the-counter cold medications and decongestants that contain pseudoephedrine.

🌾 Food Products & Agricultural Chemicals

The Technical Directorate of Plant Health (Dirección Técnica de Sanidad Vegetal) under MAGA (Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Food) oversees the importation and regulation of agrochemicals:

• Banned Pesticides:

  • Based on standards from:

    • U.S. EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)

    • Codex Alimentarius

    • UN FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization)

• Requirements:

  • All pesticides must be registered with Plant Health

  • Use is governed by Ministerial Decree 377-90 and Government Decree #43-74

Prohibited Vehicle Types

• Right-Hand Drive Vehicles: The importation of right-hand drive vehicles is prohibited. Only left-hand drive vehicles are permitted.