Moving to Guam from Canada

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What to Expect

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

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Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

CA
2.3
GU
4.2

Canada performs better than Guam across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

CA
14.0t
GU
0.0t

Guam performs significantly better than Canada 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

CA
42.6
GU
1.8
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

CA
93.0%
GU
80.5%

Canada 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

CA
5.4%
GU
5.4%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

CA
$55,800
GU
$35,600

Canada performs better than Guam across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

CA
83.8 yrs
GU
77.5 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

CA
4.4
GU
11.5

Canada performs better than Guam across all family life metrics.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Canada 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.

Canada passport

Canada passport holder visiting Guam

Visa Free
Canada passport holders can enter Guam without a visa.

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?

Canada performs better than Guam across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Guam is 4.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 2.3 in Canada.

What language do they speak in Guam?

The official languages in Guam are Chamorro, English and Spanish. In Canada, the official languages are English and French.

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At a Glance

CA GU
Population 38,232,593 169,086
Currency Canadian Dollar (CA$) United States Dollar ($)
Languages English, French Chamorro, English, Spanish
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +1 +1671
Time zones 6 1
Emergency number 911