Moving to Bermuda from Sierra Leone

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Sierra Leone to Bermuda? 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 Bermuda compared to Sierra Leone.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

SL
2.1
BM
6.2

Sierra Leone performs 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

SL
0.2t
BM
4.1t

Sierra Leone 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

SL
0.0
BM
35.9
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

SL
0.5%
BM
4.2%

Sierra Leone 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

SL
3.2%
BM
7.0%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

SL
$1,700
BM
$99,800

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

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

SL
58.8 yrs
BM
82.0 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

SL
73.4
BM
2.2

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

Data: National Revenue Authority, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Sierra Leone 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.

Sierra Leone passport

Sierra Leone passport holder visiting Bermuda

Visa Required
Sierra Leone 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?

Connectivity is usually fine (Bermuda: 35.9 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Bermuda offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Bermuda safe for expats?

Sierra Leone performs better than Bermuda across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Bermuda is 6.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 2.1 in Sierra Leone.

What language do they speak in Bermuda?

Both Sierra Leone and Bermuda share the same official language: English.

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At a Glance

SL BM
Population 8,692,606 72,337
Currency Sierra Leonean Leone (SLL) Bermudan Dollar (BMD)
Languages English English
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +232 +1441
Time zones 1 1