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Real Property Law
The real property system in Guatemala is adversely affected by the inefficiency of the Real Property Registry. Although the legal framework is not particularly adverse to property rights, it is affected by the poor Registry system, which provides misleading information, is slow, and is corrupt. Automation of data within the Registry started but failed because of technical problems. What information is registered and the correct manner of registration are unclear. In addition, no accurate cadastre information is available.
Squatters are a large problem. Police raids occur infrequently and legal actions to evict the invaders are difficult to enforce because of political and social issues. This ineffective enforcement, and restrictions imposed on foreigners on acquisition of land in certain parts of the country, are key obstacles to foreign investment.
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