Moving to Belize from Bermuda

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Bermuda to Belize. 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 Belize compared to Bermuda.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

BM
6.2
BZ
27.9

Bermuda performs better than Belize across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

BM
4.1t
BZ
0.9t

Belize performs significantly better than Bermuda 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

BM
35.9
BZ
9.7
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

BM
4.2%
BZ
1.3%

Bermuda generally does better on infrastructure, though Belize leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

BM
7.0%
BZ
8.3%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

BM
$99,800
BZ
$12,800

Bermuda performs better than Belize across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

BM
82.0 yrs
BZ
75.8 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

BM
2.2
BZ
11.2

Bermuda generally does better on family life, though Belize leads in education spending.

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

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Bermuda and Belize. To live, work, or study long-term in Belize, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Belize's immigration authority.

Belize passport

Belize passport holder visiting Bermuda

Visa Free
Belize passport holders can enter Bermuda without a visa.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Belize?

Connectivity is usually fine (Belize: 9.7 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Belize offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Belize safe for expats?

Bermuda performs better than Belize across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Belize is 27.9 per 100,000 people, compared to 6.2 in Bermuda.

What language do they speak in Belize?

The official languages in Belize are Belizean Creole, English and Spanish. In Bermuda, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

BM BZ
Population 72,337 412,387
Currency Bermudan Dollar (BMD) Belize Dollar (BZD)
Languages English Belizean Creole, English, Spanish
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +1441 +501
Time zones 1 1