Moving to Iraq from Guam

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Guam to Iraq, and you’d need to navigate life in Arabic, Aramaic and Sorani.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Iraq compared to Guam.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

per 100,000 people per year

GU
4.2
IQ
9.4

Guam performs better than Iraq 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
IQ
5.2t

Guam performs better than Iraq 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

GU
1.8
IQ
14.4

Iraq performs significantly 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

GU
5.4%
IQ
15.5%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

GU
$35,600
IQ
$12,600

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

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

GU
77.5 yrs
IQ
73.2 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

GU
11.5
IQ
19.6

Guam performs better than Iraq across all family life metrics.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Iraq passport

Iraq passport holder visiting Guam

Visa Required
Iraq 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 Iraq?

Connectivity is usually fine (Iraq: 14.4 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Iraq offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Iraq safe for expats?

Guam performs better than Iraq across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Iraq is 9.4 per 100,000 people, compared to 4.2 in Guam.

What language do they speak in Iraq?

The official languages in Iraq are Arabic, Aramaic and Sorani. In Guam, the official languages are Chamorro, English and Spanish.

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At a Glance

GU IQ
Population 169,086 40,462,701
Currency United States Dollar ($) Iraqi Dinar (IQD)
Languages Chamorro, English, Spanish Arabic, Aramaic, Sorani
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +1671 +964
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 104