Moving to France from Bermuda

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Bermuda to France, and you’d need to navigate life in French. You’ll also switch from driving on the left to the right.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

How many people actually move from Bermuda to France, based on official data.

Living there in 2020
128 ↑ 8% vs 2015

people born in Bermuda live in France · UN DESA

Who's moving to France?

Top countries of origin for France's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

BM
6.2
FR
1.6

France 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
FR
4.0t

France 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
FR
49.4
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

BM
4.2%
FR
21.6%

Bermuda generally does better on infrastructure, though France leads in broadband per 100 people.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

BM
7.0%
FR
7.3%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

BM
$99,800
FR
$55,200

Bermuda performs better than France 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
FR
82.6 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

BM
2.2
FR
3.1

France generally does better on family life, though Bermuda leads in infant mortality.

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 France. To live, work, or study long-term in France, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check France's immigration authority.

France passport

France passport holder visiting Bermuda

Visa Free
France 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 France?

Internet is rarely the blocker — France has 49.4 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 France safe for expats?

France performs significantly better than Bermuda across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in France is 1.6 per 100,000 people, compared to 6.2 in Bermuda.

What language do they speak in France?

The official language in France is French. In Bermuda, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

BM FR
Population 72,337 68,305,148
Currency Bermudan Dollar (BMD) Euro (€)
Languages English French
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +1441 +33
Time zones 1 14
Emergency number 112