Vestex - Apparel and Textiles of Guatemala
About VESTEX
Industry's impact on the country's economy
Why Guatemala?
Strategic location that mitigates risks. 3-day delivery in sea transit from Miami!
Guatemala produces a wide range of apparel and textile products including: yarn, yarns, textiles and high-quality outerwear, casual clothing, children’s clothing, sportswear, uniforms and workwear.
Services
Market Access
Vestex offers a customized guide for exporters – local producers, facilitating the understanding and effective application of trade agreements and rules of origin in their exports.
Environmental
Vestex offers advice on compliance with international product requirements, national environmental legislation, monitoring and promotion of global environmental and sustainability trends and certifications.
Apparel Sourcing Show
The Apparel Sourcing Show is the only textile trade show dedicated to the Apparel and Textile industry in the DR-CAFTA region. The event showcases key players in the sector to generate new contacts, customers and suppliers.
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VESTEX advises on the content of the Decrees that govern the operations of companies in the apparel and textile sector, including requirements, benefits, obligations, figures, among others, in order to avoid or reduce the risk of contingencies and thus promote the responsible development of these.
Laboral
Permanent advice, promotion and dissemination of local and international labor legislation. Turning labor issues into a competitive advantage for companies in the sector.
Commercial Promotion
VESTEX promotes the capabilities of the apparel and textile industry through its international network of contacts and its participation in international events. We support international companies, brands and retailers interested in exploring Guatemala as a sourcing destination by linking international demand with the companies that make up the supply chain in the country.
Korean Sector
Exclusive services and continuous support to Korean entrepreneurs, providing them with advice and industry information in their native language.
Occupational Health and Safety OHS
Vestex performs consulting, measurements, surveillance and monitoring of industrial hygiene conditions at work. As well as the execution of the program of prevention of accidents and occupational diseases.
Sector Directory
Directory of the Apparel and Textile Industry in Guatemala with all the subsectors spinning, dyeing, weaving, laundry, finishing, garment making, hosiery, hosiery, narrow fabrics, machinery and suppliers.
Memberships
Would you like to join Vestex? Join the apparel and textile sector as a member of Agexport within the VESTEX commission and receive the support of institutions with more than 30 years of experience in exports.
Invest in Guatemala
Due to the growing interest of global companies in exploring nearshoring and new diversification strategies, VESTEX is supporting investors from their prospecting phase to the start of their operation in Guatemala.
Calendar of events
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Calendar of Events
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3 events,
Heimtextil
Fair focused on home textiles, interiors, technical fabrics and innovative solutions. Ideal for suppliers of raw materials, design and
new materials (hospitality/retail: bed, bath, table, upholstery, curtains, etc.)
https://heimtextil.messefrankfurt.com/frankfurt/en.html
Date: 13 - 16 January 2026
Location : Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Safe handling of boilers
Safe handling of boilers
Risk factors when handling boilers.
Importance of preventive maintenance and performance control.
Frequent inspection of boiler safety components.
Presented by: Dr. Marco A. Urizar
virtual
January 13, 2026
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
free of charge
3 events,
International Yarn, Fabrics & Accessories Sourcing Show
Fair in Bangladesh focused on yarns, fabrics and accessories to supply the ready-made garments (RMG) chain. Aimed at spinning mills, weaving mills, accessories, inputs; companies seeking connections with the Asian sourcing ecosystem. Useful for cost benchmarking/innovation in inputs and contact with Asian hub suppliers.
https://heimtextil.messefrankfurt.com/frankfurt/en.html
Date: 14 - 17 January 2026
Location : Dhaka, Bangladesh
5 events,
Milano Unico
Reference fair for high-end fabrics and accessories (menswear/womenswear). Participating producers of flat fabrics/knits with premium proposal, differentiated finishes, sustainability and added value. Buyers and brands with focus on quality and differentiation; good place for premium positioning.
https://heimtextil.messefrankfurt.com/frankfurt/en.html
Date: January 20-22, 2026
Location : Fiera Milano (RHO) Wards 8 12 and 16-20,
Milan, Italy
INTERMODA
The fair brings together specialized buyers from Mexico and other countries, interested in finding reliable suppliers of garments, footwear, accessories, textiles and supplies for the industry.
The event is organized in different thematic pavilions according to product type: Ladies, Gentlemen, Children, Gala (party, XV years, bride, graduation), Accessories, Suppliers (fabrics, supplies, machinery and services), Footwear Collective, ChouRoom (urban fashion and streetwear), Denim, Trending (designer and author brands) and Impulsa (emerging and innovative brands), among others.
They visit: boutiques, chains, department stores and wholesalers, allowing exhibitors to position brands, launch collections and open new distribution channels.
https://intermoda.com.mx/
Date: January 20 to 23, 2026
Location : Guadalajara, Mexico
Texworld New York City (January and July)
Fair focused on cotton textiles, lace, knits, functional and sustainable fabrics; direct contact with weavers, distributors and agents from several countries; overview of trends in fashion and apparel textiles for the U.S. market. The event is attended by buyers from the U.S. and other markets.
The event includes thematic forums on sustainability and responsible sourcing.
https://texworld-usa.us.messefrankfurt.com/new-york/en.html
Date: January 20-22, 2026
Location : Javits Center New York, USA
5 events,
Functional Fabric Fair Winter
Event focused on functional textiles, accessories and high-performance apparel oriented to activewear, accessories and high-performance garments for golf, lifestyle and performance; possibility of comparing technologies in waterproofing, breathability, elasticity and comfort; direct contact with specialized manufacturers. The event is held in conjunction with PGA Show: golf, lifestyle and performance market.
EXHIBITORS:+100 | VISITORS:+900
VISITOR BRANDS: Under Armour, Callaway, Adidas Golf, Sun Day Red, KJUS
https://www.functionalfabricfair.com/
Date: January 21-22, 2026
Venue : Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, U.S.A.
6 events,
Active breaks
Active breaks
Importance of short breaks during the workday to do exercises that reactivate the body and mind, fighting fatigue and stiffness, improving circulation and productivity.
Presented by: Dr. Marco A. Urizar
virtual
January 22, 2026
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
free of charge
2 events,
Colombiatex of the Americas
FOCUSED ON COMPANIES IN GUATEMALA THAT WANT TO BUY FROM COLOMBIA
Fair of supplies for the garment industry (textiles, machinery, chemicals, digital solutions). Aimed at: textile manufacturers, input suppliers, garment manufacturers, international buyers, designers and distributors. ideal for sourcing clothing materials and learning about new developments in technical and sustainable textiles.
During the event there will be trend forums, an academic agenda on sustainability and innovation, technical conferences and business networking spaces organized by Inexmoda.
https://colombiatex.com/
Date: January 27-29, 2026
Location : Plaza Mayor, Medellín, Colombia
3 events,
Obligations 29-89
- Monthly affidavit
- Transformation coefficient
- IGSS electronic payroll and payment voucher
Funtejer
Created in 2011 with the objective of projecting ourselves socially as VESTEX to provide humanitarian assistance, especially in the impact areas of the apparel and textile sector.
AIT
The AIT was created by VESTEX with the objective of providing the businessman a place where he can find comprehensive support and specific knowledge to professionalize, promote compliance during their production processes. As well as, to train its human resources, to continue being competitive and agile.
Productivity
At VESTEX we promote the development of talent in the textile and apparel industry in Guatemala. Through strategic alliances, we offer seminars, courses and training that respond to the demand for skilled labor, strengthening the skills of operators, middle management and managers.
Sustainability
VESTEX Guatemala integrates sustainability into its strategic axes through several key initiatives that align with the three pillars of ESG, working on key issues such as environmental, labor and OHS compliance.
The only textile fair in Central America that brings together the entire supply chain of the textile and apparel industry, demonstrating capabilities and competitive advantages to international customers, regional trends and new business opportunities with local partners.
