Moving to Vanuatu from Bermuda

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What to Expect

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

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Vanuatu compared to Bermuda.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

BM
6.2
VU
0.3

Vanuatu 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
VU
0.9t

Vanuatu 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
VU
1.1

Bermuda performs better than Vanuatu 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%
VU
5.1%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

BM
$81,200
VU
$3,000

Bermuda generally does better on employment & economy, though Vanuatu 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
VU
75.1 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

BM
2.2
VU
14.3

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

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Vanuatu passport

Vanuatu passport holder visiting Bermuda

Visa Required
Vanuatu passport holders need a visa to enter Bermuda.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Vanuatu?

Connectivity is usually fine (Vanuatu: 1.1 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Vanuatu offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Vanuatu safe for expats?

Vanuatu performs significantly better than Bermuda across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Vanuatu is 0.3 per 100,000 people, compared to 6.2 in Bermuda.

What language do they speak in Vanuatu?

The official languages in Vanuatu are Bislama, English and French. In Bermuda, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

BM VU
Population 72,337 308,043
Currency Bermudan Dollar (BMD) Vanuatu Vatu (VUV)
Languages English Bislama, English, French
Driving side Left Right
Calling code +1441 +678
Time zones 1 1