Moving to Guam from France

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What to Expect

Considering a move from France to Guam? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from France to Guam, and you’d need to navigate life in Chamorro, English and Spanish.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Guam compared to France.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

FR
1.6
GU
4.2

France 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

FR
4.0t
GU
0.0t

Guam performs significantly better than France 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

FR
49.4
GU
1.8
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

FR
86.0%
GU
80.5%

France 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

FR
7.3%
GU
5.4%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

FR
$55,200
GU
$35,600

France generally does better on employment & economy, though Guam leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

FR
82.6 yrs
GU
77.5 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

FR
3.1
GU
11.5

France 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 France 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.

France passport

France passport holder visiting Guam

Electronic Travel Authorisation
France passport holders need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) 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?

Connectivity is usually fine (Guam: 1.8 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Guam offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Guam safe for expats?

France performs better than Guam across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Guam is 4.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 1.6 in France.

What language do they speak in Guam?

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

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At a Glance

FR GU
Population 68,305,148 169,086
Currency Euro (€) United States Dollar ($)
Languages French Chamorro, English, Spanish
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +33 +1671
Time zones 14 1
Emergency number 112