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 US presents a competitive market with numerous business opportunities, companies must navigate a complex bureaucracy influenced by various levels of government and comply with extensive anti-corruption laws. The US government enforces these laws rigorously, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), which allows for limited exceptions regarding facilitation payments and gifts, though these practices can still lead to violations of other anti-corruption regulations.

Guam's economy is primarily driven by tourism and U.S. military installations, which are vital for its economic stability. The tourism sector, particularly popular among visitors from Japan and South Korea, along with locally owned businesses, plays a crucial role in sustaining the economy despite challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic.

Guam offers a favorable investment climate, supported by its strategic location and U.S. territorial status, which ensures a stable regulatory environment. The government actively promotes foreign investment, particularly in tourism and infrastructure, to drive economic growth. However, potential investors should consider challenges such as limited local resources and the vulnerability of infrastructure to natural disasters.