Guam is an unincorporated territory of the United States. Information for the United States may be included below:

FATF Status

Guam is not on the FATF List of Countries that have been identified as having strategic AML deficiencies

Compliance with FATF Recommendations

Guam falls within the jurisdiction of the USA with regard to the Mutual Evaluation Report.

The latest follow-up Mutual Evaluation Report relating to the implementation of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing standards in the USA was undertaken by in 2024. According to that Evaluation, the USA was deemed Compliant for 9 and Largely Compliant for 23 of the FATF 40 Recommendations. It remains Highly Effective for 4 and Substantially Effective for 4 with regard to the 11 areas of Effectiveness of its AML/CFT Regime.

Guam, as an unincorporated territory of the United States, operates within a framework where corruption is not seen as a significant risk for foreign investors. While the U.S. market is competitive and offers numerous business opportunities, companies must navigate a complex bureaucracy and comply with extensive anti-corruption laws, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). Although facilitation payments and minimal value gifts are permitted under certain conditions, they can still lead to violations of other anti-corruption regulations.

Guam's economy is primarily driven by tourism and U.S. military installations, which provide significant income and stability. The island's strategic location in the Pacific attracts tourists, especially from Japan and South Korea, although the economy has faced challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Efforts are being made to revitalize tourism and diversify the economy through various industries such as construction and food processing.

Guam's investment climate benefits from its status as a U.S. territory, offering stability and access to U.S. markets, although investors must navigate a unique regulatory environment influenced by the military's significant role in the local economy. The government actively promotes foreign investment, particularly in tourism and infrastructure, to diversify the economy, while the Compacts of Free Association enhance economic ties with neighboring Pacific nations.