Guatemala City at a glance
- About 990,000 people live in Guatemala City, the capital of Guatemala and its biggest city.
- No town in Guatemala is bigger.
- Close by: Mixco (10 km), Villa Nueva (15 km) and San José Pinula (15 km).
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Singles in Guatemala City
Looking for a date, something serious or new friends in Guatemala City? Create a profile and you could be the first local on this page.
Where to meet in Guatemala City
Choose somewhere central in Guatemala City that you both know — a café, a bookshop with a coffee corner, a market. Daylight and people around make a first meeting easier for both of you.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Dating in Guatemala City: questions and answers
How far around Guatemala City can I search?
More than 3.4 million people live within 50 km of Guatemala City, in 51 towns and cities including Villa Nueva, Mixco and Escuintla. You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 10 km up to 500 km — or choose “Any distance”.
Is online dating in Guatemala City free on YADate?
Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Guatemala City or anywhere else: you can browse, like, write first and send voice messages or gifts without a subscription or credits. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.
Are the profiles near Guatemala City real?
YADate never creates fake profiles or writes on behalf of people who don't exist. A moderator checks every photo before it appears, every member confirms an email address, and any profile can be reported. Anyone who asks for money or pushes you to move to another app straight away is worth reporting.
Can I meet someone who doesn't live in Guatemala City?
Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in Guatemala or abroad.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.