Moving to Guam from Bahamas

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Bahamas to Guam — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Bahamas to Guam. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Bahamas to Guam.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

BS
31.2
GU
4.2

Guam performs significantly better than Bahamas across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

BS
3.6t
GU
0.0t

Guam performs significantly better than Bahamas across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

BS
20.5
GU
1.8

Bahamas performs better than Guam across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

BS
9.2%
GU
5.4%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

BS
$32,000
GU
$35,600

Guam performs significantly better than Bahamas across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

BS
76.1 yrs
GU
77.5 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

BS
12.8
GU
11.5

Guam performs significantly better than Bahamas across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Bahamas and Guam. To live, work, or study long-term in Guam, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Guam's immigration authority.

Bahamas passport

Bahamas passport holder visiting Guam

Visa Required
Bahamas passport holders need a visa to enter Guam.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Guam?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Guam has 1.8 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is Guam safe for expats?

Guam performs significantly better than Bahamas across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Guam is 4.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 31.2 in Bahamas.

What language do they speak in Guam?

The official languages in Guam are Chamorro, English and Spanish. In Bahamas, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

BS GU
Population 355,608 169,086
Currency Bahamian Dollar (BSD) United States Dollar ($)
Languages English Chamorro, English, Spanish
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +1242 +1671
Time zones 1 1