Moving to Brunei from Bermuda

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Bermuda to Brunei — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Bermuda to Brunei, and you’d need to navigate life in Malay.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Bermuda to Brunei.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

BM
6.2
BN
0.5

Brunei performs significantly better than Bermuda 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
BN
20.2t

Bermuda performs better than Brunei 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
BN
20.1
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

BM
4.2%
BN
3.5%

Bermuda generally does better on infrastructure, though Brunei 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%
BN
5.3%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

BM
$81,200
BN
$77,900

Bermuda generally does better on employment & economy, though Brunei leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

BM
82.0 yrs
BN
78.4 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

BM
2.2
BN
10.5

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

Data: Office of the Tax Commissioner, Government of Bermuda, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Brunei passport

Brunei passport holder visiting Bermuda

Visa Free
Brunei 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 Brunei?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Brunei has 20.1 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is Brunei safe for expats?

Brunei performs significantly better than Bermuda across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Brunei is 0.5 per 100,000 people, compared to 6.2 in Bermuda.

What language do they speak in Brunei?

The official language in Brunei is Malay. In Bermuda, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

BM BN
Population 72,337 478,054
Currency Bermudan Dollar (BMD) Brunei Dollar (BND)
Languages English Malay
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +1441 +673
Time zones 1 1