How to order Guatemalan Quetzales
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Order your Guatemalan Quetzales online with our currency click & collect service. Select your collection date and pick up from your chosen M&S store's bureau de change.
Click & collect GTQ in as little as 60 seconds^.
^Subject to availability
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Visit your local participating M&S store to buy Guatemalan Quetzales. With stores nationwide - many open seven days a week and late into the evening - you can buy your Travel Money at a time that suits you.
Why buy Guatemalan Quetzales from M&S Travel Money?
Planning a trip to Guatemala? Make your preparations simple with M&S Travel Money, the easy way to get your Guatemalan currency.
- Stores open 7 days a week.*
- A choice of collection options.
- The market's widest range of currencies.
*Store opening hours vary.
What you need to know about the Guatemalan Quetzal currency
The Guatemalan Quetzal is Guatemala's official and legal tender. Its currency code is GTQ and its symbol is Q.
Guatemalan Quetzales come in both coins and banknotes.
Coins include:
1¢ (Centavo), 5¢, 10¢, 25¢, 50¢, 1Q (Quetzal)
Banknotes include:
1Q, 5Q, 10Q, 20Q, 50Q, 100Q, 200Q
You can buy Guatemalan Quetzales online using our click & collect service.
Please note not all denominations are available to exchange.
Guide to Guatemala
Guatemala is a dream for adventurers and culture lovers alike. Colourful markets buzz with life, Mayan temples rise from misty forests, and ancient volcanoes smoulder in the distance.
Hike up Acatenango, boat across the sparkling waters of Lake Atitlan, or explore the vast ruins of Tikal and listen to the howler monkeys call from the treetops. No matter where you are in Guatemala, every corner feels alive with history and natural beauty.
Food lovers will delight in traditional dishes like warm corn tortillas, street tacos, and rich coffee. Guatemala isn't just a place to visit - it's a place to feel.
Frequently asked questions
You can use bank cards, including debit and credit cards, in urban areas and tourist spots in Guatemala. In more rural areas, you'll need to use cash Travel Money, which also helps you avoid the fees, charges and unfavourable exchange rates associated with overseas card payments.
Prices in Guatemala are generally lower than in the UK. For example, a meal at an inexpensive restaurant will cost around £1.50 per person.
Guatemala's official currency is the Guatemalan Quetzal, and it's the primary tender used throughout the country. You can sometimes use US Dollars in larger towns and cities, but this isn’t guaranteed, and paying in the local currency tends to mean a better exchange rate.
UK citizens can stay in Guatemala for up to 90 days without a visa. If you plan to stay longer or have other reasons for visiting, such as work or study, you'll need to apply for a visa before you depart.
Always check the entry requirements with your country's embassy before departing.
Tipping is customary in Guatemala, particularly in hotels, restaurants and bars, and for services like taxis.
Most of the population speaks Spanish, but Guatemala has a diverse indigenous heritage, so you might also hear:
- 22 variants of the Mayan language.
- Garifuna.
- Xinca.
Location-dependent, Guatemala is generally considered a safe destination for travellers. However, it's best to check government travel guidance before your trip.
You can also visit the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) for the latest government travel advice for Guatemala.
Generally, November to April is the best time of year to visit Guatemala. The weather is much cooler then, ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking. If you want to beat crowds, the rainy season is from May to October, but this brings more rain and humidity.
If you’re planning a future holiday or a trip that takes in multiple destinations, these other currencies may be useful: