Moving to Guam from Latvia

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Latvia 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 Latvia.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

LV
3.6
GU
4.2

Latvia 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

LV
3.6t
GU
0.0t

Guam performs significantly better than Latvia 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

LV
26.4
GU
1.8

Latvia 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

LV
6.5%
GU
5.4%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

LV
$37,800
GU
$35,600

Latvia 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

LV
75.9 yrs
GU
77.5 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

LV
4.8
GU
11.5

Latvia generally does better on family life, though Guam leads in life expectancy.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Latvia 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.

Latvia passport

Latvia passport holder visiting Guam

Electronic Travel Authorisation
Latvia 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?

Latvia performs better than Guam across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Guam is 4.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 3.6 in Latvia.

What language do they speak in Guam?

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

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At a Glance

LV GU
Population 1,842,226 169,086
Currency Euro (€) United States Dollar ($)
Languages Latvian Chamorro, English, Spanish
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +371 +1671
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 112