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Essentials

Power
120V, 60Hz, 🔌 Type A/B (Same as USA/Canada)
City
St. George's, St. George's Parish, Bermuda
Population
1,500 (Town), 64,000 (Bermuda total)
Internet Speed
Average 150 Mbps via One Communications or Digicel
Currency & Banking
Bermudian Dollar (BMD) pegged 1:1 with USD. Both currencies used interchangeably.
Tap Water
Safe but limited; collected from rainfall. Most residents filter it for taste.
SIM Card
One Communications (St. George's branch available), Digicel. Approx. $60/month for 10GB.
Banking for Expats
HSBC Bermuda, Butterfield Bank. High fees for non-resident accounts.
Accommodation
Luxury resorts, short-term Airbnb cottages, and historic guesthouses.
Cashless Friendly
Yes, Visa and Mastercard are accepted everywhere. Small vendors may prefer cash.
Short Term Rentals
Airbnb, VRBO, and St. George's Club (approx. $250-$450/night).
Budget Accommodation
Limited. Blue Horizon Guest House (approx. $180/night) is among the cheapest.
Best Area to Stay for Tourists
King's Square and Water Street for historic charm and proximity to harbor.
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
Cut Road or Secretary's Lane for quieter residential feel with harbor views.

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space
Connect Bermuda (Hamilton - 25 min ferry). No dedicated spaces in St. George's.
Best Cafe for Work
Victoire on Water Street; reliable Wi-Fi and excellent coffee.
Networking Events
Bermuda Chamber of Commerce events (hosted monthly in Hamilton/St. George's).
Social Events for Expats
Bermuda Expat Group on Facebook; meetups usually at White Horse Pub.

Transportation

Best Taxi/Ride App
Hitch (Bermuda’s version of Uber/Lyft).
Bike/Scooter Rental
Oleander Cycles (St. George's location). Electric cars (Twizy) approx. $100/day.
Best Beach Nearby
Tobacco Bay Beach (10-minute walk from town center).
Top Regional Airline
BermudAir (Flights to US East Coast).
Top International Airline
American Airlines, Delta, British Airways.
Highway Access
Mullet Bay Road connects St. George's to the rest of the island.
Main Train/Transit Hub
St. George's Ferry Dock (Orange Route to Dockyard/Hamilton).
Public Transport Passes
Transportation Pass: $19/day or $44/3-day for buses and ferries.
Regional Travel
Bus Routes 1, 3, 10, and 11 connect to Hamilton in approx. 45-60 minutes.

Health and Wellness

Best Hospital
King Edward VII Memorial Hospital (located in Paget, 30 min away).
Yoga & Wellness Centers
The Yoga Centre (Hamilton); seasonal beach yoga at Achilles Bay.
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Aries Center (St. George's). Monthly membership approx. $120.
Laundry Services
St. George's Laundromat on York Street.

Food and Drink

Best Food Delivery App
Sargasso Sea (Very reliable for local delivery).
Best Local Dish to Try
Bermuda Fish Chowder with sherry peppers and black rum.
Vegan/Vegetarian Options
Village Pantry (Flatts Village nearby) or Wahoo's (has veg options).
Best Dessert Spots
Alex & Pete’s Bermuda Artisan Ice Cream.
Affordable Shopping Spots
Supermart (St. George's branch). Groceries are 30-50% more expensive than US.
E-commerce/Online Store
Bermuda Delivery (Local); Amazon ships via freight forwarders/Mailboxes Unlimited.
Grocery Delivery
The MarketPlace (delivery available via Sargasso app).
Bar/Nightlife Area
Water Street; The White Horse Pub and Wharf Executive Suites bar.
Local Brewery
OnTrack Brewing (Hamilton/local distribution in St. George's).
Wine Bars
Gosling’s Wine Cellar (Retail and tastings).
Street Food Stalls
Lillian’s Snacks (Seasonal carts near King's Square).
Popular International Cuisine
Wahoo’s Bistro (Seafood Fusion) on Water Street.

Culture and Attractions

Must-See Landmarks
St. Peter's Church (Oldest Anglican church in Western Hemisphere).
Museums & Art Venues
Bermuda National Trust Museum (Globe Hotel).
Historical Sites
Fort St. Catherine and the Unfinished Church.
Religious Sites
St. Peter's Church, Their Majesties Chappell.
Annual Events
Cup Match (Cricket Holiday in August); Bermuda Peppercorn Ceremony (April).
Cultural Districts
The Town of St. George (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
Theater Venues
Daylesford Theatre (Hamilton).
Local Markets
Old Town Market (Sundays on Water Street).
Music Scene
Live Calypso and Reggae at the Town Square during summer evenings.
Street Art
Floral murals and historic plaques on Shinbone Alley.
Cooking Classes
The Loren at Pink Beach (Cooking workshops often available).
Art Galleries
Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art (near Hamilton).
Historic Buildings
State House (Built 1620).
Local Heritage
Gombey Dancers, representing a fusion of African, Native American, and British cultures.

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Nearby Nature Escapes
Cooper's Island Nature Reserve.
National Parks Nearby
Ferry Reach National Park.
Cycling/Walking Paths
The Railway Trail (St. George's section starts at Ferry Reach).
Scenic Viewpoints
Top of Fort George Hill for 360-degree harbor views.
Birdwatching Locations
Spittal Pond Nature Reserve (15 min drive).
Bonfire-Friendly Spots
Clearwater Beach (Requires permit from Dept. of Parks).

Other Services and Amenities

Parcel Delivery Service
Bermuda Post Office (St. George's Branch), DHL, FedEx.
Tech Repair Services
pTech (Hamilton); local pickups available.
Table Tennis Spots
St. George's Community Centre.
Language Classes
Bermuda College (Hamilton/Paget).
Libraries & Study Spots
St. George's Public Library (Historic building on Stuart Hall).
Community Centers
St. George's Cricket Club.
Gaming Lounges
Limited; mostly private club facilities.
Casino & Gaming Halls
St. Regis Bermuda Resort Casino (First and only legal casino in Bermuda).

Business

Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. $11,000 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $440,000). Note: Foreigners restricted to high ARV properties.
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. $8,500 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $340,000).
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. $10,500 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $630,000).
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. $8,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $480,000).
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. $10,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $800,000).
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. $7,500 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $600,000).
Corporate Tax
0% (New 15% tax planned for large multinationals in 2025/2026).
Dividend Withholding Tax
0%
Tax System
Territorial; no personal income, capital gains, or sales tax.
Highest Income Tax Bracket
0% (Payroll tax is paid by employers, often split with employees up to approx. 9%).
VAT
0% (Customs duties on imports range from 25-35%).
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
No.
Property Tax
Yes, based on Annual Rental Value (ARV) ranging from 0.8% to 50%.
Property Transaction Tax
Stamp duty on purchases ranges from 2% to 7%.
Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
Yes. Work From Bermuda Certificate allows 1 year stay with 0% local income tax.

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