Moving to Panama from Bermuda
What to Expect
Everything you need to know before relocating from Bermuda to Panama — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.
If you moved from Bermuda to Panama, 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
Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Bermuda to Panama.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
Bermuda performs better than Panama across all safety metrics.
What about the environment?
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
Panama 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 generally does better on infrastructure, though Panama leads in water stress level.
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 Panama 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 Panama 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 Panama. To live, work, or study long-term in Panama, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Panama's immigration authority.
Panama passport holder visiting Bermuda
Visa FreeData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work remotely from Panama?
Internet is rarely the blocker — Panama has 15.5 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 Panama safe for expats?
Bermuda performs better than Panama across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Panama is 11.3 per 100,000 people, compared to 6.2 in Bermuda.
What language do they speak in Panama?
The official language in Panama is Spanish. In Bermuda, the official language is English.
