Moving to Jamaica from Bermuda
What to Expect
Considering a move from Bermuda to Jamaica? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from Bermuda to Jamaica.
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Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Jamaica compared to Bermuda.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
Bermuda performs better than Jamaica across all safety metrics.
What about the environment?
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
Jamaica performs significantly better than Bermuda across all environment metrics.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
higher means greater strain on freshwater supply
Bermuda performs better than Jamaica across all infrastructure metrics.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
Bermuda generally does better on employment & economy, though Jamaica leads in unemployment rate.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
government spending on education as % of GDP
Bermuda generally does better on family life, though Jamaica 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 Jamaica. To live, work, or study long-term in Jamaica, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Jamaica's immigration authority.
Jamaica passport holder visiting Bermuda
Visa RequiredData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work remotely from Jamaica?
Connectivity is usually fine (Jamaica: 15.0 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Jamaica offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?
Is Jamaica safe for expats?
Bermuda performs better than Jamaica across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Jamaica is 53.3 per 100,000 people, compared to 6.2 in Bermuda.
What language do they speak in Jamaica?
The official languages in Jamaica are English and Jamaican Patois. In Bermuda, the official language is English.
