Call 911.
Call 911.
Office of Chief of Police (+671) 475 8518
Agat Precinct (south) (+671) 475 8642
Hagatna precinct (Central) (+671) 475 8537 or (+671) 475 8541
Tumon/Tamuning RPecinct (Hotel Row) (+671) 649 6330 or (+671) 649 9526
Dededo Precinct (North) (+671) 632 9808 or (+671) 632 9811
Exercise normal safety precautions in Guam.
Exercise normal safety precautions in Guam.
Full travel advice: Safety
Full travel advice: Health
Full travel advice: Local laws
Full travel advice: Travel
Full travel advice: Local contacts
Petty crime occurs in Guam, including drug- and alcohol-related crime.
Use common sense, as you would in Australia.
To protect yourself from theft:
You may be at risk of cyber-based threats during overseas travel to any country. Digital identity theft is a growing concern. Your devices and personal data can be compromised, especially if you’re connecting to Wi-Fi, using or connecting to shared or public computers, or to Bluetooth.
Social media can also be risky in destinations where there are social or political tensions, or laws that may seem unreasonable by Australian standards. Travellers have been arrested for things they have said on social media. Don't comment on local or political events on your social media.
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Kidnapping can happen anywhere, anytime, including in destinations that are typically at lower risk. The Australian Government's longstanding policy is that it doesn't make payments or concessions to kidnappers.
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Civil unrest is rare. However, demonstrations and large public gatherings can turn violent.
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Terrorism is a threat worldwide.
Guam is an unincorporated US territory included in the US National Terror Advisory System. Refer to our advice for the United States of America.
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Transport and tour operators may not follow safety precautions or maintain their equipment. This includes activities such as scuba diving and yachting.
If you plan to do a tour or adventure activity:
Use another provider if the right safety gear isn't available.
Guam can experience natural disasters and severe weather, such as:
To protect yourself in case of a natural disaster:
Tropical storms and typhoons mostly occur from June to December. They peak in August.
The direction and strength of typhoons can change with little warning.
Tropical storms and typhoons can:
If there's a typhoon or severe tropical storm:
Monitor weather updates and warnings:
To protect yourself if a typhoon or severe storm is approaching:
Earthquakes can happen in Guam.
To protect yourself during an earthquake:
After an earthquake:
Tsunamis can happen.
Register for tsunami alerts:
Move immediately to high ground if you:
Don't wait for official warnings, such as alarms or sirens.
Move to higher ground straight away if advised by local authorities.
Once on high ground, monitor local media.
Get comprehensive travel insurance before you leave.
Your policy needs to cover all overseas medical costs, including medical evacuation. The Australian Government won’t pay for these costs.
If you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel. This applies to everyone, no matter how healthy and fit you are.
If you're not insured, you may have to pay many thousands of dollars up-front for medical care.
Confirm:
Consider your physical and mental health before you travel, especially if you have an existing medical condition.
See your doctor or travel clinic to:
Do this at least 8 weeks before you leave.
If you have immediate concerns for your welfare, or the welfare of someone you know, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 6261 3305 or contact your nearest Australian Embassy, High Commission or Consulate to discuss counselling hotlines and services available in your location.
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Not all medication available over the counter or by prescription in Australia is available in other countries. Some may be illegal or a controlled substance, even if prescribed by an Australian doctor.
If you plan to bring medication, check if it's legal in Guam. Take enough legal medication for your trip.
Carry a copy of your prescription or a letter from your doctor stating:
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Mosquitoes in Guam spread illnesses, including dengue.
To protect yourself from disease:
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Waterborne, foodborne and other infectious diseases are common.
Public medical facilities generally don't meet Australian standards. Private medical facilities meet Australian standards.
Medical costs are expensive. A visit to the doctor for a minor complaint may cost hundreds of dollars.
You'll need to prove you're able to pay for services or have valid health insurance. If you can't provide proof, you'll need to pay up-front.
If you become seriously ill or injured, you may need to be evacuated. Medical evacuation can be very expensive. You may also be delayed by the limited number of flights out of Guam.
There are 2 decompression chambers of a high standard at Guam Regional Medical City.
You're subject to all local laws and penalties, including those that may appear harsh by Australian standards. Research local laws before travelling.
If you're arrested or jailed, the Australian Government will do what it can to help you under our Consular Services Charter. But we can't get you out of trouble or out of jail.
Penalties are severe for drug-related offences. You may face a minimum mandatory jail term.
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The legal drinking age is 21 years.
Counterfeit and pirated goods are widely available. Buying, selling or owning these goods is illegal.
Some Australian criminal laws still apply when you’re overseas. If you break these laws, you may face prosecution in Australia.
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The US recognises dual nationality.
If you're an Australian-US dual citizen, you must:
Check the US Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs for advice before you travel.
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Guam is an unincorporated US territory. You must meet US entry or transit requirements.
Australia is a participating country of the visa waiver program which allows Australians to travel to the United States for business or tourism for stays of up to 90 days without a visa. Travellers must complete U.S. Customs and Border Protection form I-736 to enter Guam without a visa. More information is available from the Department of Homeland Security.
Entry and exit conditions can change. Contact the nearest US embassy or consulate for details about visas, entry requirements, currency, customs and quarantine rules.
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Entry requirements for Guam are the same as for any destination in the US.
Before entering Guam, you'll need to complete a mandatory electronic declaration form, accessible 72 hours prior to departure.
Check with your airline or tour operator to confirm you meet all entry requirements.
The locks on your airline baggage must meet US requirements.
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All yachts must clear customs and immigration at Apra Harbour.
Contact US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) well before you enter the harbour. Call:
+671 642 7611 (seaport)
You'll pay a fee if you arrive by sea after 5pm or on a weekend.
If you're travelling with a child, carry evidence of your relationship.
If you're the sole parent travelling with your child, you'll need a notarised letter. You'll also need one if you're travelling with a child who isn't yours. This letter needs to include:
Some airlines don't allow children to travel alone. Ask your airline if unaccompanied children are allowed on flights to, from, or that transit in Guam.
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Your passport must have at least 6 months remaining validity from the date of entry to Guam or you will be refused entry.
Some countries won’t let you enter unless your passport is valid for 6 months after you plan to leave that country. This can apply even if you’re just transiting or stopping over.
Some foreign governments and airlines apply the rule inconsistently. You may receive conflicting advice from different sources.
You can end up stranded if your passport is not valid for more than 6 months.
The Australian Government does not set these rules. Check your passport’s expiry date before you travel. If you’re not sure it’ll be valid for long enough, consider getting a new passport.
Your passport is a valuable document. It's attractive to people who may try to use your identity to commit crimes.
Some people may try to trick you into giving them your passport. Always keep it in a safe place.
If you lose your passport or it's stolen, tell the Australian Government as soon as possible:
Although Australian passports comply with international standards for sex and gender, we can’t guarantee that a passport showing 'X' in the sex field will be accepted for entry or transit by another country. Contact the nearest embassy, high commission or consulate of your destination before you arrive at the border to confirm if authorities will accept passports with 'X' gender markers.
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The local currency is the United States Dollar (USD).
When you arrive and depart, you must declare amounts over $US10,000. This covers all forms of currency, not only cash.
ATMs are widely available. Credit cards are widely accepted.
To drive in Guam, you need both:
Your travel or vehicle insurance policies may not cover you if you drive without an IDP.
Driving can be dangerous, particularly at night.
Hazards include:
Before driving in Guam:
learn local traffic laws and practices
If you're involved in an accident as a driver, don't leave the scene or move your vehicle until the police have attended.
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Make sure that your insurance policy covers you before riding a motorbike, quad bike or similar vehicle.
Always wear a helmet.
Use registered taxis and authorised limousines.
Book vehicles through your hotel or resort.
Make sure the driver uses a taxi meter.
Guam has a limited network of public buses and services can be unreliable.
Bus services don't run on Sundays or public holidays.
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Cruise vessels visit Guam.
Yachts must clear customs and immigration at Apra Harbour on arrival. See 'Arriving by sea'.
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DFAT doesn't provide information on the safety of individual commercial airlines or flight paths.
Check Guam's air safety profile with the Aviation Safety Network.
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Depending on what you need, contact your:
Call 911.
Call 911.
Call 911.
Always get a police report when you report a crime.
Your insurer should have a 24-hour emergency number.
Read the Consular Services Charter for what the Australian Government can and can’t do to help you overseas.
Australia doesn't have an Embassy in Guam. For consular assistance, please contact the Australian Embassy in Koror. To make an appointment contact us by phone or email.
2nd Floor
RT Building
Koror, Palau
Phone: +680 488 4628
Email: koror.embassy@dfat.gov.au
Website: palau.embassy.gov.au
Facebook: facebook.com/AusEmbPalau
The Australian Embassy in Koror provides limited notarial services and passport services.
In a consular emergency, if you can't contact an embassy, call the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on:
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