Moving to Guam from Colombia

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Colombia to Guam.

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Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

CO
25.4
GU
4.2

Guam performs significantly better than Colombia across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

CO
1.8t
GU
0.0t

Guam performs significantly better than Colombia 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

CO
17.0
GU
1.8
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

CO
73.0%
GU
80.5%

Colombia generally does better on infrastructure, though Guam leads in internet access.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

CO
9.6%
GU
5.4%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

CO
$18,800
GU
$35,600

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

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

CO
74.9 yrs
GU
77.5 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

CO
11.7
GU
11.5

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

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Colombia 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.

Colombia passport

Colombia passport holder visiting Guam

Visa Required
Colombia 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 Colombia across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Guam is 4.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 25.4 in Colombia.

What language do they speak in Guam?

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

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At a Glance

CO GU
Population 49,059,221 169,086
Currency Colombian Peso (COP) United States Dollar ($)
Languages Spanish Chamorro, English, Spanish
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +57 +1671
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 123