Moving to Fiji from Guam

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What to Expect

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

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

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Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Homicide rate World Bank, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

GU
4.3
FJ
2.1

Fiji performs significantly 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

GU
0.0t
FJ
1.6t

Guam performs better than Fiji across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people World Bank, 2024

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

GU
1.8
FJ
1.8
Internet access The World Factbook, 2024

share of households with internet

GU
80.5%
FJ
74.7%

Guam performs better than Fiji across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate World Bank, 2025

percentage of the labour force without work

GU
5.6%
FJ
5.3%
GDP per capita World Bank, 2025

a broad measure of economic output per person

GU
$41,833
FJ
$6,642

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

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy World Bank, 2024

average years of life at birth

GU
77.4 yrs
FJ
67.5 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2024

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

GU
11.5
FJ
23.5

Guam performs better than Fiji across all family life metrics.

Sources: World Bank (2019–2025), The World Factbook (2001–2022). How we calculate this

Can you move from Guam to Fiji?

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

Fiji passport

Fiji passport holder visiting Guam

Visa Required
Fiji 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 Fiji?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Fiji 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 Fiji safe for expats?

Fiji performs significantly better than Guam across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Fiji is 2.1 per 100,000 people, compared to 4.3 in Guam.

What language do they speak in Fiji?

The official languages in Fiji are English, Fiji Hindi and Fijian. In Guam, the official languages are Chamorro, English and Spanish.

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At a Glance

GU FJ
Population 168,999 933,154
Currency United States Dollar ($) Fijian Dollar (FJD)
Languages Chamorro, English, Spanish English, Fiji Hindi, Fijian
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +1671 +679
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number — 911