Moving to Liberia from Guatemala

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What to Expect

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

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Liberia compared to Guatemala.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

GT
20.0
LR
3.1
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

GT
12.6
LR
15.3

Guatemala generally does better on safety, though Liberia leads in homicide rate.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

GT
$935
LR
$233
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

GT
12.8
LR
1.8

Liberia generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Guatemala leads in doctors per 10,000 people.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

GT
40.0
LR
60.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

GT
1.1t
LR
0.2t

Guatemala generally does better on environment, though Liberia leads in co₂ emissions per capita.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

GT
3.7
LR
0.3
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

GT
5.7%
LR
0.3%

Guatemala generally does better on infrastructure, though Liberia leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

GT
2.7%
LR
2.9%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

GT
$12,700
LR
$1,600

Guatemala generally does better on employment & economy, though Liberia leads in poverty rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

GT
72.9 yrs
LR
65.5 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

GT
26.2
LR
44.6

Guatemala performs better than Liberia across all family life metrics.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Guatemala passport

Guatemala passport holder visiting Liberia

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Guatemala passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Liberia.
Liberia passport

Liberia passport holder visiting Guatemala

Visa Required
Liberia passport holders need a visa to enter Guatemala.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Liberia?

Connectivity is usually fine (Liberia: 0.3 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Liberia offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Liberia safe for expats?

Guatemala generally does better on safety, though Liberia leads in homicide rate. The homicide rate in Liberia is 3.1 per 100,000 people, compared to 20.0 in Guatemala.

How is healthcare in Liberia compared to Guatemala?

Liberia generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Guatemala leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 1.8 doctors per 10,000 people in Liberia, compared to 12.8 in Guatemala. Liberia scores 45 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Guatemala: 59).

What language do they speak in Liberia?

The official language in Liberia is English. In Guatemala, the official language is Spanish.

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At a Glance

GT LR
Population 17,703,190 5,358,483
Currency Guatemalan Quetzal (GTQ) Liberian Dollar (LRD)
Languages Spanish English
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +502 +231
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 110