Filipino citizens moving to Guam (United States territory)
Filipino nationals typically move to Guam (United States territory) through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by U.S. Department of Homeland Security, so check each route below for its primary source.
We cover 5 Guam routes — 1 can be started without a job offer, and 2 lead to permanent residence.
Tourist entry
Tourist-entry rules for Filipino nationals are set by U.S. Department of Homeland Security and change periodically — check the official entry-requirements page before travelling. Either way, tourist entry does not confer the right to work, study long-term, or establish residence.
Treaty & bilateral memberships
No nationality-specific treaty routes apply.
Consular processing: a Guam (United States territory) consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence
What this means for Filipino citizens
Of the 5 Guam (United States territory) routes we cover, 1 can be started without an employer sponsor and 2 have confirmed permanent residence mapping. Language-test requirements vary by route — check each route below for the requirement set out in its official source.
All Guam (United States territory) routes open to Filipino applicants
General routes available to all nationalities. Click any to read the full guide.
Visitor Visa or ESTA for Guam
U.S. visitor visa or ESTA travel-authorization path for eligible short visits to Guam.
No sponsor needed · Non-settlement
Temporary Worker Visa for Guam
Employer- or petitioner-led U.S. temporary worker route for foreign nationals working in Guam.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Family Immigration for Guam
U.S. family-based immigration framework for eligible relatives moving to Guam.
Sponsor required · Leads to settlement
Employment-Based Green Card for Guam
U.S. employment-based immigrant pathway for eligible workers intending to live and work in Guam permanently.
Sponsor required · Leads to settlement
Student or Exchange Visitor Status for Guam
U.S. student or exchange visitor framework for eligible study or exchange activity in Guam.
Sponsor required · Non-settlement
Frequently asked questions
Can Filipino citizens enter Guam (United States territory) without a visa?+
Tourist-entry rules for Filipino nationals are set by U.S. Department of Homeland Security and change periodically — check the official entry-requirements page before travelling. Either way, tourist entry does not confer the right to work, study long-term, or establish residence.
Which Guam (United States territory) visa routes are best suited to Filipino applicants?+
Filipino nationals typically move to Guam (United States territory) through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by U.S. Department of Homeland Security, so check each route below for its primary source.
Where do Filipino applicants typically apply for a Guam (United States territory) visa?+
Applications are typically processed at a Guam (United States territory) consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence. Some digital and in-country applications can be filed directly with Guam (United States territory)'s immigration authority without a consular visit.
Do Filipino citizens need a job offer to move to Guam (United States territory)?+
Not necessarily. 1 of the 5 Guam (United States territory) routes we cover can be started without an employer sponsor, while the rest need a sponsoring employer or job offer. If you do not have an offer yet, the no-sponsor routes are the place to start.
Can Filipino citizens get permanent residence in Guam (United States territory)?+
Yes. 2 of the 5 Guam (United States territory) routes we cover lead toward settlement or permanent residence; the others are temporary. Timelines vary by route, so check the settlement detail on each visa page.