1 GTQ to PEN - Convert Guatemalan Quetzal to Peruvian Sol

Looking at the 30-day window, the GTQ/PEN pair traded in a range of 0.431400 to 0.461500. The monthly average was 0.448542 with 1.92% volatility. The relatively low volatility indicates stable trading conditions for the GTQ/PEN currency pair.

The current mid-market exchange rate is 1 GTQ = 0.447992 PEN, updated as of July 3, 2026, 7:47 AM UTC. Mid-market rates represent the fairest available rate and are the midpoint between buy and sell prices on global currency markets. Actual transaction rates from banks or money transfer services may include a markup above this rate.

Guatemalan Quetzal to Peruvian Sol Exchange Rate

The GTQ/PEN exchange rate tells you how many Peruvian Sol (PEN) you receive for every Guatemalan Quetzal (GTQ). At the current mid-market rate of 1 GTQ = 0.447992 PEN, this pair reflects live supply and demand conditions on the global foreign exchange market. The rate updates every 15 minutes on this page, giving you the most current data available.

What Affects the GTQ to PEN Rate

Exchange rates between Guatemalan Quetzal and Peruvian Sol are influenced by central bank interest rate decisions, inflation differentials, trade balances, and broader economic data releases from both countries. Political stability, commodity prices, and global risk sentiment can also cause significant moves. Monitoring these factors helps explain why the GTQ/PEN rate fluctuates throughout trading sessions and over longer time periods.

GTQ/PEN for Travelers and Businesses

Whether you are traveling, sending money internationally, or managing business payments, the GTQ to PEN rate directly affects your costs. Travelers should compare airport exchange counters, city center bureaux, and card-based options before converting. Businesses managing recurring cross-border payments benefit from setting up rate alerts and locking in favorable rates when they appear. The conversion table on this page helps you quickly reference common amounts.

Sending Money from GTQ to PEN

International money transfers from Guatemalan Quetzal to Peruvian Sol can be made through banks, online transfer services, or specialist forex brokers. Transfer times range from instant to several business days depending on the corridor and provider. Online services like Wise, Revolut, and OFX typically offer better rates and lower fees than traditional bank wire transfers, though availability varies by country and currency pair.

Guatemalan Quetzal Overview

The Guatemalan Quetzal (GTQ) is the official currency of Guatemala, named after the national bird. Remittances from the US (over $19 billion annually) represent roughly 18% of GDP. Understanding the fundamentals behind GTQ helps contextualize its exchange rate movements against PEN and other currencies.