Moving to Bermuda from United States

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What to Expect

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

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

What the data shows about people moving from United States to Bermuda.

Living there in 2020
3,606 ↑ 1% vs 2015

people born in United States 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

The numbers behind daily life in Bermuda compared to United States.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2023

per 100,000 people per year

US
6.4
BM
6.2

Bermuda performs significantly better than United States across all safety metrics.

What about the environment?

CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

US
13.6t
BM
4.1t

Bermuda performs significantly better than United States 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

US
37.8
BM
35.9
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

US
28.2%
BM
4.2%

United States generally does better on infrastructure, though Bermuda leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

US
3.6%
BM
7.0%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

US
$73,600
BM
$81,200

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

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

US
80.6 yrs
BM
82.0 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

US
5.2
BM
2.2

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

Data: Internal Revenue Service, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between United States 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.

United States passport

United States passport holder visiting Bermuda

Visa Free
United States 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?

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?

Bermuda performs significantly better than United States across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Bermuda is 6.2 per 100,000 people, compared to 6.4 in United States.

What language do they speak in Bermuda?

Both United States and Bermuda share the same official language: English.

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At a Glance

US BM
Population 337,341,954 72,337
Currency United States Dollar ($) Bermudan Dollar (BMD)
Languages English English
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +1 +1441
Time zones 11 1
Emergency number 911