Moving to Guatemala from Bermuda

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Bermuda to Guatemala, and you’d need to navigate life in Spanish. 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 Guatemala compared to Bermuda.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

BM
6.2
GT
20.0

Bermuda performs better than Guatemala 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
GT
1.1t

Guatemala 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
GT
3.7
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

BM
4.2%
GT
5.7%

Bermuda performs better than Guatemala across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

BM
7.0%
GT
2.7%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

BM
$81,200
GT
$12,700

Bermuda generally does better on employment & economy, though Guatemala 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
GT
72.9 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

BM
2.2
GT
26.2

Bermuda generally does better on family life, though Guatemala 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 Guatemala. To live, work, or study long-term in Guatemala, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Guatemala's immigration authority.

Guatemala passport

Guatemala passport holder visiting Bermuda

Visa Free
Guatemala 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 Guatemala?

Connectivity is usually fine (Guatemala: 3.7 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Guatemala offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Guatemala safe for expats?

Bermuda performs better than Guatemala across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Guatemala is 20.0 per 100,000 people, compared to 6.2 in Bermuda.

What language do they speak in Guatemala?

The official language in Guatemala is Spanish. In Bermuda, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

BM GT
Population 72,337 17,703,190
Currency Bermudan Dollar (BMD) Guatemalan Quetzal (GTQ)
Languages English Spanish
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +1441 +502
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 110