Moving to Guam from Zambia

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What to Expect

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

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

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Guam compared to Zambia.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

per 100,000 people per year

ZM
5.2
GU
4.2

Guam performs significantly better than Zambia across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

ZM
0.5t
GU
0.0t

Guam performs significantly better than Zambia 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

ZM
0.4
GU
1.8
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

ZM
21.0%
GU
80.5%

Guam performs significantly better than Zambia across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

ZM
5.9%
GU
5.4%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

ZM
$3,700
GU
$35,600

Guam performs significantly better than Zambia across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

ZM
66.3 yrs
GU
77.5 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

ZM
37.1
GU
11.5

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

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Zambia 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.

Zambia passport

Zambia passport holder visiting Guam

Visa Required
Zambia 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?

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?

Guam performs significantly better than Zambia across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Guam is 4.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 5.2 in Zambia.

What language do they speak in Guam?

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

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At a Glance

ZM GU
Population 19,642,123 169,086
Currency Zambian Kwacha (ZMW) United States Dollar ($)
Languages English Chamorro, English, Spanish
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +260 +1671
Time zones 1 1