Moving to Bermuda from Panama

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What to Expect

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

If you moved from Panama to Bermuda, and you’d need to navigate life in English. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left.

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Key Indicator Comparison

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

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

PA
11.3
BM
6.2

Bermuda performs significantly better than Panama across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

PA
2.7t
BM
4.1t

Panama 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

PA
15.5
BM
35.9
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

PA
0.9%
BM
4.2%

Panama generally does better on infrastructure, though Bermuda leads in broadband per 100 people.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

PA
6.7%
BM
7.0%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

PA
$35,800
BM
$99,800

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

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

PA
77.6 yrs
BM
82.0 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

PA
16.4
BM
2.2

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

Data: General Directorate of Revenues, Panama, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Panama 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.

Panama passport

Panama passport holder visiting Bermuda

Visa Free
Panama 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 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 Panama across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Bermuda is 6.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 11.3 in Panama.

What language do they speak in Bermuda?

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

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At a Glance

PA BM
Population 4,337,768 72,337
Currency Panamanian Balboa (PAB) Bermudan Dollar (BMD)
Languages Spanish English
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +507 +1441
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 911