Moving to Guam from Mauritius

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What to Expect

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

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

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Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

MU
2.2
GU
4.2

Mauritius 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

MU
3.5t
GU
0.0t

Guam performs significantly better than Mauritius 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

MU
25.7
GU
1.8
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

MU
68.0%
GU
80.5%

Mauritius generally does better on infrastructure, though Guam leads in internet access.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

MU
6.1%
GU
5.4%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

MU
$26,600
GU
$35,600

Guam generally does better on employment & economy, though Mauritius leads in poverty rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

MU
74.9 yrs
GU
77.5 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

MU
12.1
GU
11.5

Guam performs significantly better than Mauritius across all family life metrics.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Mauritius 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.

Mauritius passport

Mauritius passport holder visiting Guam

Visa Required
Mauritius 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 Guam?

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

Mauritius performs better than Guam across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Guam is 4.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 2.2 in Mauritius.

What language do they speak in Guam?

The official languages in Guam are Chamorro, English and Spanish. In Mauritius, the official languages are English, French and Mauritian Creole.

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At a Glance

MU GU
Population 1,308,222 169,086
Currency Mauritian Rupee (MUR) United States Dollar ($)
Languages English, French, Mauritian Creole Chamorro, English, Spanish
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +230 +1671
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 112