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Bermuda tourist visa

Many nationalities can visit without a visa. Other visitors must show qualifying travel permission for Canada, the United Kingdom or the United States, or a qualifying government letter.

Ways to get a Bermuda tourist visa

  1. Visa-free entry

    No visa needed

    Nationals of all European Union countries and the other countries and territories listed here can visit without a visa.

    Stay
    Up to 180 days in any 12-month period.

    Passports that qualify (127)

  2. Entry with a visa or travel authorisation for Canada, the United Kingdom or the United States

    Other permit

    Nationals who do not qualify for visa-free entry can present a visa or travel authorisation for Canada, the United Kingdom or the United States.

    Stay
    Up to 180 days in any 12-month period.
    Valid for
    The visa or travel authorisation must be valid for at least 45 days from your intended departure from Bermuda.
    1. Check that your visa or travel authorisation is for Canada, the United Kingdom or the United States.
    2. Check that it remains valid for at least 45 days from your intended departure from Bermuda.
    3. Present it when entering Bermuda.

  3. Visa-free entry with a work permit

    No visa needed

    Nationals of Cuba, Haiti, Ukraine and Venezuela qualify for visa-free entry if they have a work permit.

    Stay
    Visitors may stay for up to 180 days in any 12-month period.

    Passports that qualify (4)

  4. Entry with a government status letter

    Other permit

    Travellers who would otherwise need qualifying foreign travel permission can instead present a government letter confirming that they are a spouse of a Bermudian or belong to Bermuda.

    Stay
    Visitors may stay for up to 180 days in any 12-month period.

Who needs it

Visitors who do not qualify for visa-free entry must present one of the accepted documents.

Who doesn't

Nationals of all European Union countries and the other listed countries and territories qualify for visa-free entry. Nationals of Cuba, Haiti, Ukraine and Venezuela qualify with a work permit.

Good to know

  • Keep your visitor stay within 180 days in any 12-month period.
  • Bermuda has not issued its own visas since 1 March 2014.
  • Bermuda mainly follows the visa policy of the United Kingdom.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Bermuda?

Visitors who do not qualify for visa-free entry must present one of the accepted documents. Nationals of all European Union countries and the other listed countries and territories qualify for visa-free entry. Nationals of Cuba, Haiti, Ukraine and Venezuela qualify with a work permit.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Bermuda?

There are 4 options: Visa-free entry (no visa at all); Entry with a visa or travel authorisation for Canada, the United Kingdom or the United States (a special permit); Visa-free entry with a work permit (no visa at all); Entry with a government status letter (a special permit).

Who can go to Bermuda without a tourist visa?

Nationals of all European Union countries and the other countries and territories listed here can visit without a visa. Nationals of Cuba, Haiti, Ukraine and Venezuela qualify for visa-free entry if they have a work permit.

How long can I stay on a Bermuda tourist visa?

Up to 180 days in any 12-month period.

What rules do I have to follow on a Bermuda tourist visa?

Keep your visitor stay within 180 days in any 12-month period.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Bermuda?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Bermuda visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Bermuda be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Bermuda tourist visa rules?

On Bermuda's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my tourist visa once I am in Bermuda?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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