Bermuda Passport and Visa Requirements

Bermuda Passport, Visa and
Travel Documents

Requirements for travel documents like passport, visa etc. to enter Bermuda as a tourist will vary depending on your nationality or citizenship. Bermuda itself doesn't have a consulate of its own in any country and does not issue visas. All Bermuda visas are issued by UK Missions. The chart below shows applicability of travel documents for visits to Bermuda:

Travel Document	USA	Canada	UK	Australia	EU
Passport Required?	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Visa Required?	No	No	No	No	No *
Return Ticket Required?	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes

Note: Persons moving to Bermuda on a job will require Work Permit and other documents of travel.

* Although visas are not required for nationals of most of the EU countries to enter Bermuda, the only present exceptions are the nationals of Bulgaria and Romania who do require visa.

Countries requiring visa for Bermuda

As per the list published on May 1, 2010 by Bermuda Department of Immigration, the nationals from the following countries will require visas to enter Bermuda.

Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Angola, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belarus, Bolivia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Bolivia, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, China (People’s Republic of), Columbia, Congo (Brazaville), Congo (Kinsasha), Croatia, Cote d'Ivoire, Cuba, Cyprus (northern part), Djibouti, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Guinea (Republic of), Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, India, Iran, Iraq, Jamaica, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Korea (Democratic People’s Republic of), Kosovo, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Macedonia (Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia), Malawi, Moldova (Republic of), Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Myanmar (Burma), Nepal, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Palestinian Authorities, Panama, Philippines, Qatar, Romania, Russian Federation, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia (Republic of), Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Soviet Union (former), Sri Lanka, Sudan, Swaziland, Syria, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkish Rep of N Cyprus, Turkmenistan, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Yugoslavia (former Soc. Fed. Rep. of), Zimbabwe.

NOTE: Holders of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Passports or British National (Overseas) Passports or Holders of Cypriot (Republic of Cyprus) Passports do not need a visa to enter Bermuda.

UPDATE May 2012

Effective May 1, 2012 Bermuda tourist entry visa requirement for Russia, India and China has been eliminated. Which means that citizens from these countries wanting to visit Bermuda as tourists will no longer require to apply for Bermuda visas in their respective countries. However like the way such privilege has been extended to some other countries, one will need to have an entry or transit visa for UK, USA or Canada to avail such facilities. Note that the visa waiver is not applicable for persons going on work.

Here is a message that I received from the Personal Services Manager (Department of Immigration, Bermuda) on July 9, 2012 confirming the above:

"Based on Minister of National Security’s press conference in relation to Visa Controlled Nationals, as of May 1st 2012 visa controlled nationals from Russia, India and China who are in possession of a valid passport, return air or sea passage and multiple entry visa for the USA, Canada and/or the United Kingdom will automatically have the Bermuda Entry Visa requirement waived.

Regards,

Marita Grimes

Personal Services Manager

Department of Immigration"

How to get a Bermuda visa?

Bermuda does not have any Embassy or Consulate office in other countries. You will need to apply through the British Embassy or Consulate in your country. If you are making an onward travel to some other country after visiting Bermuda, you must show a valid visa for that country as well at the time of entering Bermuda. Tourist visa in Bermuda is issued for a period of up to 21 days only.

UPDATE May 2012

Effective May 1, 2012, the initial period of stay for tourists has been extended from 21 days to 90 days (3 months). A longer stay will require an application to Department of Immigration showing appropriate reasons for such requirement and necessary documentation.

US Travelers to Bermuda

A passport is now required for all. Earlier it was not mandatory for US citizens. If you didn't have a passport, you could carry a government issued photo ID and an official copy of the birth certificate with either a raised seal or official stamp. However, Bermuda these days insist on passport including for children of all ages. You should carry the passport rather than other kinds of identification. Also a passport is more useful in case you need help from your embassy or consulate. Additionally, if you choose to travel elsewhere from Bermuda or decide to stay for a longer period of time, a passport becomes a necessity. If you are carrying a passport, it should be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of entry into Bermuda.

Visitors holding passports of United States do not require tourist visas to enter Bermuda, however they need to show proof of right of abode in the US. Acceptable documents as proof includes:

1) Permanent Residence Card, or

2) Original certificate of U.S. naturalization, or

3) Original certificate of U.S. citizenship.

Additionally a government issued photo ID is required for ages above 16.

Canadian Travelers to Bermuda

Passport has been recently made mandatory for the Canadian travelers. Earlier one could alternatively carry birth certificate or certified copy along with photo ID.

Visitors holding Canadian passports do not require tourist visas to enter Bermuda, however they furnish proof of right of abode in Canada. Acceptable documents as proof includes:

1) Permanent Resident Card.

UK Travelers to Bermuda

Passport is now required for all nationals to enter Bermuda including that of United Kingdom. Visitors holding UK passports do not require tourist visas to enter Bermuda, however they need to show proof of right of abode in the United Kingdom. Acceptable documents as proof includes: Evidence that no limit has been placed on your stay in the UK.

Some more important points

For European travelers, In addition to the documents mentioned in the table above, they need to carry proof of citizenship and personal identification, such as government-issued photo ID.

Apart from the countries I have listed in the table above, all others need to check with their respective Consulate office for travel documents required to enter Bermuda, like passport, visa, return tickets etc. In general, most of the other nationals will require all these documents plus some more.

Married women who are traveling under their married name but whose identification is under their maiden name should also carry their marriage certificate or a certified copy.

As of 23 January 2007 all persons, including US citizens, travelling by air between the USA and a country/region like Canada, Central & South America, the Caribbean or Bermuda are required to present a valid passport when entering or re-entering USA.

Check out 2010 April New Visa Requirements for some changes announced by the Bermuda Government for Panamanian, Dominican Republic and Philippine nationals.

NOTE: Immigration regulations are subject to change. While the information above is correct at the time of writing this page, you may like to check the website of Bermuda Department of Immigration for all current updates.

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Viewer's Reviews & Comments

Afril Abarca (April 2013)

Hi there Mr Raj, I really appreciate all your info here, my boyfriend and I are planning to marry in Brazil, because my boyfriend is half Brazilian (yet he chose to be Bermudian national (still living/ working in Bermuda) and I am a Filipina. Are we allowed Sir to marry in Brazil and use our marriage license for me to enter Bermuda with out visa, even I am only a Philippine passport holder spouse married to him. Or still I need to have spouse visa before entering Bermuda from Brazil. Thanks so much.

Raj (bermuda-attractions.com, April 2013)

Hi, You can surely get married anywhere including Brazil and produce the certificate of marriage. But by Marrying a Bermudian you do not automatically become a Bermudian. You will need to live with him in Bermuda for at least 10 years to apply for a citizenship. So it means that you will still need to get a spouse visa to live in Bermuda, and your marriage certificate will help in getting that. You can not enter Bermuda without a Visa. However, do write to Bermuda Department of Immigration and reconfirm.

Adrian Duran (April 2013)

Greetings, I am Adrian Duran, Filipino Citizen, currently living and working in Haiti. We would like to visit Bermuda and see a very close Bermudian friend, Mr. Phillip Rego, founder of Feed my Lambs Ministry here in Haiti. Can I go to Bermuda with only US tourist visa or do I need to apply for a Bermuda tourist visa? they only have British consulate here in Haiti and it was hard to contact them. Thank you for any assistance, we will be forever grateful.. Kindest Regards

Raj (bermuda-attractions.com, April 2013)

Hi, As a citizen of Philippines, you will need a tourist visa for Bermuda. You will need to apply for Bermuda visa at the nearest British Embassy/Consulate. Since you will transit through USA, you will also need multiple entry transit or tourist visa for USA.

Guy Wong (April 2013)

Does a cruise passenger visiting Bermuda need any sort of VISA? Will cruise in July 2013. The passenger is from island of Mauritius ( Republic) visiting family in Canada and has Multiple entries for Canada as well as USA. Can you please advise. Thank you very much.

Raj (bermuda-attractions.com, April 2013)

Hi, Visa requirement has no bearing with mode of travel like cruise or flight. Required travel documents will be checked at all entry points of Bermuda. However, I don't see Mauritius figuring in the list of countries requiring visa for Bermuda. So Citizens of Mauritius won't require a visa provided they have multiple entry visa for Canada, US or UK where they arrive from, which complies with your case. Please reconfirm this with the nearest British Embassy.

Kumar (April 2013)

Hi Mr. Raj, I am Kumar from India. I have a Bermuda work permit till Jan 2014. As per your article (Effective May 1, 2012 Bermuda entry visa requirement for Russia, India and China has been eliminated). But my Bermudian company says I should apply for Bermuda entry visa and U.K transit visa. I applied for both UK transit visa and Bermuda entry visa. My application was refused. I applied for visitors in transit visa. Can you tell me what's my mistake. And please tell me what should I do next. Thanks in advance

Raj (bermuda-attractions.com, April 2013)

Hi, Bermuda visa waiver is for Indian tourists and not for persons on work permit. You will require UK transit visa (if your are traveling through UK) and an appropriate Bermuda visa. First visit the nearest British Embassy or their agent, show your work permit and find out what kind of Bermuda visa (type, validity period etc) will you need. Make your application accordingly. Your employer in Bermuda may need to help in the matter and send you/embassy letters to help with the visa. Good luck!

Dauline Fernandes (March 2013)

I am an Indian citizen holding US business visa. Can I travel to Bermuda in that case without a Bermuda visa.

Raj (bermuda-attractions.com, March 2013)

Hi, Indian citizens have been exempted from requiring tourist visa for Bermuda. But in order to visit the island, you will need to come through either USA or UK. So if you have a valid multiple entry visa to re-enter USA or UK, you can visit Bermuda as a tourist without needing a separate Bermuda visa. Please reconfirm this with your nearest British Embassy.

Johnson Dolnald (February 2013)

I am a Nigerian living and working in Canada as a Permanent resident. I have Permanent residence card and Im looking at purchasing return ticket to Bermuda in other to spend a weekend vacation in Bermuda, would I still need a visa or does not need visa like the condition in Bahamas? Thank you

Raj (bermuda-attractions.com, Feb 2013)

Hi, As per the Bermuda immigration guidelines, if you have a Permanent Residence Card in Canada, then you do not require a visa for Bermuda. You may like to reconfirm this with your nearest British Embassy. Regards,

Peter (February 2013)

Hello, I am a Jamaican citizen (passport etc) living and working in the USA on a H1B (skilled professional) visa. I plan to go on a cruise to Bermuda in April. Do I still have to apply for a visa? Or given my visa status in the USA could this be waived?

Raj (bermuda-attractions.com, Feb 2013)

Hello Peter, As a Jamaican Citizen, you will need to get a visa for Bermuda. An H1B visa will not be treated at par with US citizenship. Regards,

Diane Lamon (January 2013)

My passport expires while we will be on a cruise, I'm going to renew, i have an option of a passport card rather than a passport book. they say will get me into the USA, I'm hoping that card will allow me to get into Bermuda coming in from a cruise ship? I just want to be sure I order the right thing. thanks

Raj (bermuda-attractions.com)

Hi, Ideally you should go for renewal of your Passport Book which is a universally valid document for international travel. The Passport Card was introduced as a cheaper and convenient option for those who travel frequently by land or sea between USA and its neighboring countries like Canada, Mexico, Caribbean and Bermuda. However it is not valid for international travels by flight (even to Bermuda). So, if you have a valid Passport Card and traveling by cruise, you should be able to enter Bermuda and re-enter USA. However, I would suggest that you verify this with your nearest British Embassy. Regards,

Duo Li

Hello. I have 2 years "post study work visa" for UK. and I live in London now. I have seen the new information of Bermuda visas for BRIC countries, which means I do not require a visa for Bermuda? But, I have UK post study work visa. All I want to know is that Can I go to Bermuda with a 2 years UK psw visa? Thank you!!

Raj (bermuda-attractions.com)

Hi, Assuming that you are a citizen of one of the BRIC countries, have a valid Post Study Work Visa for UK, and visiting Bermuda as a tourist directly from the UK, you won't require a separate tourist visa for Bermuda. However, I would suggest that you re-verify this with the nearest British Embassy in the U.K. Regards,

Malcolm Saldanha

I am currently in Canada on a work permit and am of Indian Origin. I would like to know If I can visit Bermuda with the work permit. It is valid till end of 2013. Also, if I need to apply for a Visa, what should I do and how should I go about with it. Regards,

Raj (bermuda-attractions.com)

Hi Malcolm, to get a job in Bermuda, you will require Bermuda's work permit. Canadian work permit will not work. Would suggest that you go through the section Jobs in Bermuda in my website. That should give you almost all the information about jobs and work permits in Bermuda and how to go about it. Regards,

Malcolm Saldanha

Hi Raj, Thank you for your response. I am not looking to get a work permit but just need to go there for a holiday. I wanted to know if I will be able to travel on my Canadian work permit without getting a Bermuda Visa. If not I wanted to know the procedure to get a Bermuda visa. Regards,

Raj (bermuda-attractions.com)

Hi Malcolm, Canadian citizens do not require visa for Bermuda. They need to carry the Canadian passport and the Permanent Resident Card. However, since you are from India and working in Canada, I think you will require a visa. Note that Bermuda doesn't have any embassy or consulate office of its own. You will need to get the visa through a British embassy or consulate office in Canada. They issue a tourist visa for a maximum period of 90 days. Please get in touch with the nearest British consulate office and they will let you know the steps forward. Hope this helps. Regards,

Donna

I am a Canadian citizen. Is it necessary to have a passport which will be valid until six months after my exit from Bermuda?

Raj (bermuda-attractions.com)

Hi Donna, Yes, that is the general requirement from Department of Immigration for all nationals visiting Bermuda. For any exceptions, kindly contact your nearest British Embassy. Regards,

Elida Reci

I am an Albanian citizen working as an international public servant for the United Nations in New York under the US G-4 diplomatic visa. I would like to visit Bermuda as a tourist for one week vacation and would appreciate to know if I am required to obtain a visa in advance. Thanks for your time and cooperation. Best regards

Raj (bermuda-attractions.com)

Hi, Albanian citizens in general require tourist visas to enter Bermuda. In your case, kindly check with the nearest British Embassy. Regards,

Wen

I am holding Chinese possport and Canadian Visitor visa. Want to travel Bermuda. wondering if I need a travel visa to enter Bermuda? Thank you!

Raj (bermuda-attractions.com)

Hi Wen, If you are a Chinese citizen, then you should not require a tourist visa to enter Bermuda. However, you will need a return ticket and a valid visa to go back to Canada, UK or USA. Just carry your passport. Please reconfirm this from your nearest British Embassy.

Mary Leung (Aug 2012)

I would like to know whether a Turkish Passport holder with UK Visa :

1. Is it possible to apply Bermuda visa in Bermuda Embassy in Turkey?

2. Also, is it possible to apply Bermuda visa when he enters UK?

If yes, kindly advise the time of process & required documents.

Raj (bermuda-attractions.com)

Hi, Bermuda has no Embassy or Consulate. You will need to get your visa through the British Embassy in Turky. Kindly contact you nearest British Embassy for further information like required documents, time it takes to process etc. Regards,

Tina Agarwal (August 2012)

Hi, I will be travelling to Bermuda for work purposes. The company there has applied for a work permit. Once I obtain the work permit, am I required to apply for any other visa in my country (India) for Bermuda except a UK/USA transit visa ?? please help !!!!!!!!!!

Raj (bermuda-attractions.com)

If your work permit mentions "visa controlled national - must have Bermuda entry visa", then you must have a valid visa for 5-10 years and produce it along with the work permit when you land in Bermuda. Otherwise you do not require a separate entry visa. However, check out the latest Bermuda immigration laws from the nearest British Embassy. India, Russia and China have been recently taken out of the list of "Visa Controlled Nationals" status.

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