Moving to Peru from Guam

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Guam to Peru.

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Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2020

per 100,000 people per year

GU
4.2
PE
5.7

Guam performs better than Peru 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
PE
2.0t

Guam performs better than Peru 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
PE
9.3
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

GU
80.5%
PE
71.0%

Guam generally does better on infrastructure, though Peru leads in broadband per 100 people.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

GU
5.4%
PE
4.8%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

GU
$35,600
PE
$15,100

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

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

GU
77.5 yrs
PE
68.9 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

GU
11.5
PE
10.8

Guam generally does better on family life, though Peru leads in infant mortality.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Peru passport

Peru passport holder visiting Guam

Visa Required
Peru 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 Peru?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Peru has 9.3 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 Peru safe for expats?

Guam performs better than Peru across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Peru is 5.7 per 100,000 people, compared to 4.2 in Guam.

What language do they speak in Peru?

The official languages in Peru are Aymara, Quechua and Spanish. In Guam, the official languages are Chamorro, English and Spanish.

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At a Glance

GU PE
Population 169,086 32,275,736
Currency United States Dollar ($) Peruvian Nuevo Sol (PEN)
Languages Chamorro, English, Spanish Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +1671 +51
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 105