Memberships
We are the strategic ally for exporting companies in the cluster. Join Agexport within the apparel and textile sector VESTEX, where we represent the interests of companies in the industry and offer you multiple benefits.
The cluster that integrates the apparel and textile sector in Guatemala is composed of:
Spinners
Spinners
It is one of the primary textile processes, by means of which the fiber (linen, cotton, wool, silk, among others) is taken and twisted to form the thread, for later use in secondary processes such as weaving, sewing or embroidery.
Textile
Textile
A fabric or textile material is the fabric obtained in the form of a more or less resistant, elastic and flexible sheet, by crossing and linking a series of threads or fibers in a coherent manner by interlacing them or by joining them by other means.
Confection
Confection
Production process of a garment, involving design, pattern making, tracing, joining pieces of fabric by means of different types of thread.
Finishes
Finishes
Final materials to be placed on base works. Screen printing, sublimation, dyeing, laundry.
Accessories
Accessories
Buttons, zippers, attachments, labels, metal snap, among others.
Supplies
Supplies
Bags, boxes, paper, serches, chemicals, among others.
Machinery and spare parts
Machinery and spare parts
Different machines for use within the industry, spare parts and maintenance.
Services
Services
Consulting companies for the sector, companies that provide certifications, advisory services, among others.
More than 526 companies make up the supply chain of the Apparel and Textile Industry VESTEX, integrated by spinning mills, textile mills, garment factories, finishing, accessories, supplies, services, machinery and spare parts, companies that provide specialized services related to the apparel and textile industry, together all integrated companies generate the products with the highest added value in the region. Offering quality and speed in response to the requests of national and international customers, in search of clothing.
Requirements to join
- Copy of the Patent of Commerce and/or company
- Copy of Legal Representation (if applicable)
- Copy of the articles of incorporation (if applicable)
- Copy of the unified tax registration (RTU)
- Copy of Personal Identification Document (DPI)
- Copy of recent water or electricity bill
Request an appointment with our membership executive for more information:
Agexport Benefits
- Representativeness
- Agexport Foreign Trade School – ECE-.
- Data Export Magazine
- Agexport Plus
- Online Directory of Exporters
- Participation in networking events
Benefits
VESTEX
Advice on compliance with obligations for the Apparel and Textile Industry VESTEX.
Commercial opportunities for the Apparel and Textile Industry sector, VESTEX.
Business strengthening through training provided by experts.
Up-to-date, high-value industry-related information.
National and international representation.
Rejoice!
We are the strategic partner for exporters.
Contact for active members
Personalized advice from our team of social sustainability and compliance specialists.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of partnering?
- Support to entrepreneurs to export their products or services through the Exporter’s Route.
- Access to the AGEXPORT PLUS Program, with exclusive benefits.
- International promotion through the digital directory of exporters.
- Bimonthly edition of DATAEXPORT magazine and biweekly newsletter of VESTEX.
- Invitation to participate in trade fairs or international events related to the sector.
- Promotion of your products and your company with interested foreign businessmen.
- Advice on issues related to compliance with legal obligations.
- Discount on training courses offered by the School of Foreign Trade and AIT.
- Representation by being part of an organized and supported sector.
- Your data will be placed in the sectorial directory prepared by VESTEX.
- Discounts on special activities.
- Preferential rate for DATAEXPORT advertising.
- Preferential advertising rates in Agexport’s electronic directory.
- Welcome breakfast as a new AGEXPORT partner in the VESTEX sector.
What are the requirements to become a member?
- Patent of Commerce.
- Unified Tax Registration (RTU) of the company.
- Water or electricity bill.
- Appointment of the representative registered in the Mercantile Registry.
- Photocopy of the Personal Identification Document of the legal representative.
- Fill out the online form for approval as a new AGEXPORT associate.
- Request an appointment with an AGEXPORT executive for more information by calling 2422-3400 or sending an e-mail to servicioalcliente@agexport.org.gt.
How can I request the exporter code?
The first step to export is to obtain the Exporter Code, see the guide on how to apply for your code.
What services does VESTEX NOT provide?
Within the internal policies, VESTEX does not intervene in commercial negotiations between businessmen, it does not guarantee commercial relations between associates and/or non-associates. We do not provide data classified as non-public of the sector and its companies.
Who can I support as an AGEXPORT associate in the Apparel and Textile Industry -VESTEX?
A coordinator in charge of the service is assigned to the associated entrepreneur,
Name: Aileen Paz
E-mail: apaz@vestex.com.gt
Phone: 2410-8323
Address: 5A Avenida 5-55, Europlaza Torre 1, Level 7, Offices 703 and 704. Zone 14.
