Moving to Bermuda from Jamaica

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Jamaica to Bermuda.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

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

Living there in 2020
1,658 ↑ 8% vs 2015

people born in Jamaica live in Bermuda · UN DESA

Who's moving to Bermuda?

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

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

JM
53.3
BM
6.2

Bermuda performs significantly better than Jamaica across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

JM
2.8t
BM
4.1t

Jamaica performs 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

JM
15.0
BM
35.9
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

JM
12.4%
BM
4.2%

Bermuda performs significantly better than Jamaica across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

JM
4.4%
BM
7.0%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

JM
$10,300
BM
$81,200

Bermuda generally does better on employment & economy, though Jamaica leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

JM
75.8 yrs
BM
82.0 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

JM
11.2
BM
2.2

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

Data: Tax Admministration of Jamaica, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

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

Jamaica passport

Jamaica passport holder visiting Bermuda

Visa Required
Jamaica 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 Bermuda?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Bermuda has 35.9 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 Bermuda safe for expats?

Bermuda performs significantly better than Jamaica across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Bermuda is 6.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 53.3 in Jamaica.

What language do they speak in Bermuda?

The official language in Bermuda is English. In Jamaica, the official languages are English and Jamaican Patois.

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At a Glance

JM BM
Population 2,818,596 72,337
Currency Jamaican Dollar (JMD) Bermudan Dollar (BMD)
Languages English, Jamaican Patois English
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +1 +1441
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 119