North America · Territory
Bermuda: Travel Guide & Requirements
Bermuda is a territory in North America with its capital in Hamilton. It has a population of 64,555 (#199 in the world) and covers 54 km². The official language is English. The currency is the Bermudian dollar (BMD, $).
Where is Bermuda? Map of Bermuda
North America, group of islands in the North Atlantic Ocean, east of South Carolina (US).
- Region
- North America
- Coordinates
- 32.3333° N, 64.75° W
- Neighbours
- none (no land borders)
- Coastline
- 103 km
- Bermuda
- Capital
Travel requirements
What you need to travel to Bermuda
- Passport
A passport valid for your whole stay (check the rules of the governing country).
- Travel advice
Safe to visit — US and UK advice.
Before you go
9 things to know before you travel to Bermuda
- Safety: Yes — Bermuda is generally safe to visit: the US State Department rates Bermuda Level 1 (“Exercise Normal Precautions”), and the UK Foreign Office has no warnings against travel there.
- Best time to go: June to July and October to November — when daytime highs in Hamilton are around 23–27°C.
- Money: the Bermudian dollar (BMD) — 1 US dollar is about 1.0000 BMD.
- Plugs: type A and B, 120 V, 60 Hz — low-voltage country: devices made only for 220–240 V need a voltage converter. Phone and laptop chargers (100–240 V) only need a plug adapter.
- Emergency numbers: Police 911, Ambulance 911, Fire 911.
- Language: English is official.
- Driving: on the left.
- Time zone: UTC-4 in Hamilton.
- Capital: Hamilton. About 64,555 people live in Bermuda.
Key facts
Bermuda at a glance
Languages spoken: English (official), Portuguese
Geography & history
About Bermuda
Bermuda was first settled in 1609 by shipwrecked English colonists heading for Virginia. Self-governing since 1620, Bermuda is the oldest and most populous of the British Overseas Territories. Vacationing on the island to escape North American winters first developed in Victorian times. Tourism continues to be important for the island's economy, although international business has overtaken it in recent years as Bermuda has developed into a highly successful offshore financial center. A referendum on independence from the UK was soundly defeated in 1995.
Location
North America, group of islands in the North Atlantic Ocean, east of South Carolina (US)
Climate
subtropical; mild, humid; gales, strong winds common in winter
Terrain
low hills separated by fertile depressions
Highest point
Town Hill 79 m
Natural resources
limestone, pleasant climate fostering tourism
Natural hazards
hurricanes (June to November)
National symbols
red lion
Safety
Is Bermuda safe to visit?
Yes — Bermuda is generally safe to visit: the US State Department rates Bermuda Level 1 (“Exercise Normal Precautions”), and the UK Foreign Office has no warnings against travel there.
US State Department
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Latest update: Removal of advisory information on Hurricane Melissa ('Warnings and insurance' page).
Updated 1 Nov 2025 · Full travel advice
Sources: US Department of State travel advisories (public domain) and UK FCDO foreign travel advice (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0). Checked daily. Advice can change quickly — always read the official page before you travel.
Weather
Best time to visit Bermuda
The best time to visit Bermuda is June to July and October to November, when daytime highs in Hamilton are around 23–27°C. April to May, August to September and December are also a good time to go. August is the warmest month (28°C by day), February the coldest (17°C at night), and August the wettest with about 125 mm of rain.
- Jan20°C18°C
- Feb19°C17°C
- Mar19°C17°C
- Apr20°C19°C
- May22°C21°C
- Jun25°C24°C
- Jul27°C26°C
- Aug28°C27°C
- Sep27°C26°C
- Oct25°C24°C
- Nov23°C22°C
- Dec21°C19°C
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Before you go
Plugs, voltage & emergency numbers in Bermuda
Plugs & sockets
120 V, 60 Hz · Low-voltage country: devices made only for 220–240 V need a voltage converter. Phone and laptop chargers (100–240 V) only need a plug adapter.
Emergency numbers
Save the local numbers before you travel — 112 or 911 may not connect here. All countries →
Sources: Wikipedia — Mains electricity by country and List of emergency telephone numbers (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Currency · 26 October 2026
Bermudian dollar exchange rates today
Bermuda uses the Bermudian dollar (BMD, $). One US dollar buys 1.0000 BMD; over the last 30 days the BMD has gained 0.0% against the dollar.
What other currencies cost in BMD
Currency converter
Daily reference rates from the open-source currency-api (CC0), 26 Oct 2026. Banks and exchange offices add a margin.
World rankings
Where Bermuda ranks
How Bermuda compares with the rest of the world — open any card for the full ranking.
Airports
Airports in Bermuda
1 airports and airfields — 1 large, 0 medium and 0 small, plus 0 heliports. 1 have scheduled passenger flights.
Borders
No land borders
Bermuda has no land borders with other countries. Coastline: 103 km.
People
Population & society
Religion
Largest cities: Hamilton (10,000)
Economy
Economy
Main industries
international business, tourism, light manufacturing
Export partners
Germany 40%, South Africa 38%, Netherlands 15%, USA 2%, Angola 2% (2023)
Top exports
crude petroleum, ships, aircraft, liquor, railway cargo containers (2023)
Frequently asked questions about Bermuda
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Sources: CIA World Factbook (public domain); World Bank Open Data (CC BY 4.0); names, languages and currencies: mledoze/countries (ODbL); flag: flag-icons (MIT); coat of arms: Wikimedia Commons (file page); exchange rates: Daily reference rates from the open-source currency-api (CC0); airports: OurAirports.