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Annual Permission to Reside

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Is this aimed at retirees, pensioners, financially independent people, passive-income holders or another profile?

A non-Bermudian may apply for permission to reside in Bermuda on an annual basis; the applicant must be at least 18 years of age. The permission gives the holder the right to be landed in Bermuda as a resident, on a single-ticket basis, on any number of occasions during the period of its validity. The official source does not state a specific profile such as retirees, pensioners or financially independent persons.

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    A non-Bermudian may seek permission to reside on an annual basis. This permission gives a person the right to be landed in Bermuda, as a resident, on a single ticket basis, on any number of occasions during the period of its validity.
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    • The person to whom permission to reside is granted is prohibited from engaging in and/or seeking employment in Bermuda. • Permission is typically granted for the duration of the academic year but we require proof of enrollment for each term of the academic year. Students must maintain full-time status and be in good standing i.e. a minimum grade point average of 2.50 (on a scale of 4.00). • Applicant must possess private health insurance coverage for the entire duration of stay in Bermuda. • Applicant must possess a passport which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence granted. • Applicant must possess a valid multi re-entry visa (if applicable) which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence is granted. • Applicant must adhere to all laws, policies, and regulations of Bermuda, maintain good conduct, and immediately report any changes in their continued ability to meet the conditions listed above. Termination of Permission Permission to reside may be revoked if: • any conditions (as listed above) of residency are violated, • false information was provided during the application process. Process to Renew To renew a Permission to Reside & Attend College, students must submit: • an Application for Residence, • letter from Bermuda College confirming continued good standing, financially and academically, • proof of financial means, • proof of payment of application fee, • certified copy of updated passport (as applicable), and • certified copy of updated multi re-entry visa (if applicable). B) Application to Reside on an Annual Basis Purpose A non-Bermudian may seek permission to reside on an annual basis. This permission gives a person the right to be landed in Bermuda, as a resident, on a single ticket basis, on any number of occasions during the period of its validity. Residency Conditions • The person to whom permission to reside is granted is prohibited from engaging in and/or seeking employment in Bermuda while the permission lasts. • Applicant seeking to reside in Bermuda must be able to prove an annual income of at least $75,000. • Applicant must possess private health insurance coverage for the entire duration of stay in Bermuda. • Applicant must possess a passport which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence granted. • Applicant must possess a Multi Re-Entry visa (if applicable) which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence granted. • Permission is typically granted for a year. Applicant must adhere to all laws, policies, and regulations of Bermuda, maintain good conduct, and immediately report any financial changes limiting the ability to sufficiently sustain themselves while residing in Bermuda. • Applicant must be resident in Bermuda for a minimum of 90 days per calendar year. • Applicant must be at least 18 years of age.

Which types of income/assets are accepted according to the official source?

The applicant must prove an annual income of at least $75,000, supported by a bank reference showing the average daily balance or 12 months of bank statements and proof of financial support; where dependants are included, the thresholds are expressed as the sponsor's base salary remuneration. The official source does not state which types of income or assets (for example pensions, investments or savings) are accepted.

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    • The person to whom permission to reside is granted is prohibited from engaging in and/or seeking employment in Bermuda. • Permission is typically granted for the duration of the academic year but we require proof of enrollment for each term of the academic year. Students must maintain full-time status and be in good standing i.e. a minimum grade point average of 2.50 (on a scale of 4.00). • Applicant must possess private health insurance coverage for the entire duration of stay in Bermuda. • Applicant must possess a passport which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence granted. • Applicant must possess a valid multi re-entry visa (if applicable) which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence is granted. • Applicant must adhere to all laws, policies, and regulations of Bermuda, maintain good conduct, and immediately report any changes in their continued ability to meet the conditions listed above. Termination of Permission Permission to reside may be revoked if: • any conditions (as listed above) of residency are violated, • false information was provided during the application process. Process to Renew To renew a Permission to Reside & Attend College, students must submit: • an Application for Residence, • letter from Bermuda College confirming continued good standing, financially and academically, • proof of financial means, • proof of payment of application fee, • certified copy of updated passport (as applicable), and • certified copy of updated multi re-entry visa (if applicable). B) Application to Reside on an Annual Basis Purpose A non-Bermudian may seek permission to reside on an annual basis. This permission gives a person the right to be landed in Bermuda, as a resident, on a single ticket basis, on any number of occasions during the period of its validity. Residency Conditions • The person to whom permission to reside is granted is prohibited from engaging in and/or seeking employment in Bermuda while the permission lasts. • Applicant seeking to reside in Bermuda must be able to prove an annual income of at least $75,000. • Applicant must possess private health insurance coverage for the entire duration of stay in Bermuda. • Applicant must possess a passport which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence granted. • Applicant must possess a Multi Re-Entry visa (if applicable) which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence granted. • Permission is typically granted for a year. Applicant must adhere to all laws, policies, and regulations of Bermuda, maintain good conduct, and immediately report any financial changes limiting the ability to sufficiently sustain themselves while residing in Bermuda. • Applicant must be resident in Bermuda for a minimum of 90 days per calendar year. • Applicant must be at least 18 years of age.

What income, savings or financial-resources threshold applies and how does family affect it where officially specified?

The applicant must prove an annual income of at least $75,000. Where dependants (partner and children under 18) are included, the sponsor's base salary remuneration must be $75,000 per annum for a 1-dependant household, $100,000 for 2, $125,000 for 3 and $150,000+ for 4 or more. A bank reference with the average daily balance or 12 months of bank statements, proof of financial support and proof of payment of the application fee are required.

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Limits of the record
  • The document requires proof of payment of an application fee but does not state the amount.
  • https://www.gov.bm/media/019f1ea9-2873-7d7b-b9b5-9a71505ca3e9 — full policy, annual residence financial threshold and documentary list
    PERMISSIONS TO RESIDE IN BERMUDA GOVERNMENT OF B ERMUDA Ministry of Economy and Labour A) Application to Reside & Attend College Purpose The purpose of this section is to facilitate educational opportunities while regulating non-Bermudian students who wish to attend the Bermuda College. The aim is to foster cultural exchange and safeguard borders. Application Process & Eligibility Students must be at least 18 years old and be accepted into the Bermuda College as a full-time student. If accepted, students must submit an Application for Residence with the following: • a certified copy of a valid passport, • certified copy of a valid multi re-entry visa (if applicable), • proof of acceptance to the Bermuda College; including duration of academic period, • an original police certificate, • three (3) passport-size photos, • evidence of valid private health insurance, • proof of financial means to cover tuition, living expenses, and return flight, • a medical certificate, • any other supporting documents requested, and • proof of payment of application fee. The application should be submitted no less than two (2) months prior to the start of the term. Duration & Residency Conditions • The person to whom permission to reside is granted is prohibited from engaging in and/or seeking employment in Bermuda. • Permission is typically granted for the duration of the academic year but we require proof of enrollment for each term of the academic year. Students must maintain full-time status and be in good standing i.e. a minimum grade point average of 2.50 (on a scale of 4.00). • Applicant must possess private health insurance coverage for the entire duration of stay in Bermuda. • Applicant must possess a passport which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence granted. • Applicant must possess a valid multi re-entry visa (if applicable) which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence is granted. • Applicant must adhere to all laws, policies, and regulations of Bermuda, maintain good conduct, and immediately report any changes in their continued ability to meet the conditions listed above. Termination of Permission Permission to reside may be revoked if: • any conditions (as listed above) of residency are violated, • false information was provided during the application process. Process to Renew To renew a Permission to Reside & Attend College, students must submit: • an Application for Residence, • letter from Bermuda College confirming continued good standing, financially and academically, • proof of financial means, • proof of payment of application fee, • certified copy of updated passport (as applicable), and • certified copy of updated multi re-entry visa (if applicable). B) Application to Reside on an Annual Basis Purpose A non-Bermudian may seek permission to reside on an annual basis. This permission gives a person the right to be landed in Bermuda, as a resident, on a single ticket basis, on any number of occasions during the period of its validity. Residency Conditions • The person to whom permission to reside is granted is prohibited from engaging in and/or seeking employment in Bermuda while the permission lasts. • Applicant seeking to reside in Bermuda must be able to prove an annual income of at least $75,000. • Applicant must possess private health insurance coverage for the entire duration of stay in Bermuda. • Applicant must possess a passport which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence granted. • Applicant must possess a Multi Re-Entry visa (if applicable) which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence granted. • Permission is typically granted for a year. Applicant must adhere to all laws, policies, and regulations of Bermuda, maintain good conduct, and immediately report any financial changes limiting the ability to sufficiently sustain themselves while residing in Bermuda. • Applicant must be resident in Bermuda for a minimum of 90 days per calendar year. • Applicant must be at least 18 years of age. • Dependents (partner and children under 18 years) may be included in the application. Applications for permission to reside in Bermuda with an unmarried partner and children who are sponsored dependent(s) of a resident must include evidence that the following total base remuneration thresholds will be met: Demographic Profile Sponsor’s Base Salary Remuneration 1 dependent household $75,000 per annum 2 dependent household $100,000 per annum 3 dependent household $125,000 per annum 4+ dependent household $150,000+ per annum Application Process & Eligibility A non-Bermudian wishing to apply for permission to reside on an annual basis must complete and submit an Application for Residence along with the following documents: • a medical certificate, • two (2) character references, • an original police certificate, • evidence of private health insurance, • three (3) passport-size photos, • a certified copy of a valid passport, • a certified copy of a valid multi re-entry visa (if applicable), • a bank reference which includes the average daily balance or 12 months of bank statements, • proof of financial support e.g. employment that is not based in Bermuda or financial assets, • any other supporting documents requested, and, • proof of payment of application fee. Applicant and dependents must adhere to all laws, policies, and regulations of Bermuda, maintain good conduct, and immediately report any changes in their continued ability to meet the conditions listed above. Termination of Permission Permission to reside may be revoked if: • any condition (as listed above) is violated, • the resident fails to meet financial obligations, or, • false information was provided during the application process. Process to Renew To renew a permission to reside on an annual basis, a person must complete and submit an Application for Residence at least 60 days before expiration of the granted period along with the following: • three (3) passport-size photos, • updated police certificate, • certified copy of updated passport (as applicable), • certified copy of updated Multi Re-Entry visa (if applicable), • a bank reference which includes the average daily balance or 12 months of bank statements, evidence of valid health insurance, and, • the proof of payment of application fee. GOVERNMENT OF B ERMUDA Department of Immigration 30 Parliament Street, Hamilton HM 12 P.O Box HM 1364 – Hamilton HM FX – Bermuda Phone (441) 246-8093 • Fax: (441) 295-4115 Website: www.immigration.gov.bm

Can the holder work locally, run a business or perform other economic activity? What is the family position?

The holder is prohibited from engaging in or seeking employment in Bermuda while the permission lasts and may include dependants (partner and children under 18) in the application. The official source does not state whether the holder may run a business.

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Limits of the record
  • The document does not say whether the holder may study in Bermuda.
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    • The person to whom permission to reside is granted is prohibited from engaging in and/or seeking employment in Bermuda. • Permission is typically granted for the duration of the academic year but we require proof of enrollment for each term of the academic year. Students must maintain full-time status and be in good standing i.e. a minimum grade point average of 2.50 (on a scale of 4.00). • Applicant must possess private health insurance coverage for the entire duration of stay in Bermuda. • Applicant must possess a passport which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence granted. • Applicant must possess a valid multi re-entry visa (if applicable) which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence is granted. • Applicant must adhere to all laws, policies, and regulations of Bermuda, maintain good conduct, and immediately report any changes in their continued ability to meet the conditions listed above. Termination of Permission Permission to reside may be revoked if: • any conditions (as listed above) of residency are violated, • false information was provided during the application process. Process to Renew To renew a Permission to Reside & Attend College, students must submit: • an Application for Residence, • letter from Bermuda College confirming continued good standing, financially and academically, • proof of financial means, • proof of payment of application fee, • certified copy of updated passport (as applicable), and • certified copy of updated multi re-entry visa (if applicable). B) Application to Reside on an Annual Basis Purpose A non-Bermudian may seek permission to reside on an annual basis. This permission gives a person the right to be landed in Bermuda, as a resident, on a single ticket basis, on any number of occasions during the period of its validity. Residency Conditions • The person to whom permission to reside is granted is prohibited from engaging in and/or seeking employment in Bermuda while the permission lasts. • Applicant seeking to reside in Bermuda must be able to prove an annual income of at least $75,000. • Applicant must possess private health insurance coverage for the entire duration of stay in Bermuda. • Applicant must possess a passport which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence granted. • Applicant must possess a Multi Re-Entry visa (if applicable) which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence granted. • Permission is typically granted for a year. Applicant must adhere to all laws, policies, and regulations of Bermuda, maintain good conduct, and immediately report any financial changes limiting the ability to sufficiently sustain themselves while residing in Bermuda. • Applicant must be resident in Bermuda for a minimum of 90 days per calendar year. • Applicant must be at least 18 years of age. • Dependents (partner and children under 18 years) may be included in the application. Applications for permission to reside in Bermuda with an unmarried partner and children who are sponsored dependent(s) of a resident must include evidence that

How long is the status granted, what is required for renewal, what physical-presence obligations matter, and what longer-term residence direction exists?

Permission is typically granted for a year; the holder must be resident in Bermuda for a minimum of 90 days per calendar year. To renew, the person must submit an Application for Residence at least 60 days before the granted period expires, with three passport photos, an updated police certificate, certified copies of an updated passport and multi re-entry visa (as applicable), a bank reference or 12 months of bank statements, evidence of valid health insurance and proof of payment of the application fee. The official source does not state a route to permanent residence or Bermudian status.

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Limits of the record
  • The renewal requirements are set out in a separate 'Process to Renew' section of the same document, not in the cited sentence.
  • The document does not describe any route from annual permission to reside to permanent residence or Bermudian status.
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    • Permission is typically granted for a year. Applicant must adhere to all laws, policies, and regulations of Bermuda, maintain good conduct, and immediately report any financial changes limiting the ability to sufficiently sustain themselves while residing in Bermuda.
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    • The person to whom permission to reside is granted is prohibited from engaging in and/or seeking employment in Bermuda. • Permission is typically granted for the duration of the academic year but we require proof of enrollment for each term of the academic year. Students must maintain full-time status and be in good standing i.e. a minimum grade point average of 2.50 (on a scale of 4.00). • Applicant must possess private health insurance coverage for the entire duration of stay in Bermuda. • Applicant must possess a passport which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence granted. • Applicant must possess a valid multi re-entry visa (if applicable) which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence is granted. • Applicant must adhere to all laws, policies, and regulations of Bermuda, maintain good conduct, and immediately report any changes in their continued ability to meet the conditions listed above. Termination of Permission Permission to reside may be revoked if: • any conditions (as listed above) of residency are violated, • false information was provided during the application process. Process to Renew To renew a Permission to Reside & Attend College, students must submit: • an Application for Residence, • letter from Bermuda College confirming continued good standing, financially and academically, • proof of financial means, • proof of payment of application fee, • certified copy of updated passport (as applicable), and • certified copy of updated multi re-entry visa (if applicable). B) Application to Reside on an Annual Basis Purpose A non-Bermudian may seek permission to reside on an annual basis. This permission gives a person the right to be landed in Bermuda, as a resident, on a single ticket basis, on any number of occasions during the period of its validity. Residency Conditions • The person to whom permission to reside is granted is prohibited from engaging in and/or seeking employment in Bermuda while the permission lasts. • Applicant seeking to reside in Bermuda must be able to prove an annual income of at least $75,000. • Applicant must possess private health insurance coverage for the entire duration of stay in Bermuda. • Applicant must possess a passport which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence granted. • Applicant must possess a Multi Re-Entry visa (if applicable) which remains valid for at least 45 days after the date of period of residence granted. • Permission is typically granted for a year. Applicant must adhere to all laws, policies, and regulations of Bermuda, maintain good conduct, and immediately report any financial changes limiting the ability to sufficiently sustain themselves while residing in Bermuda. • Applicant must be resident in Bermuda for a minimum of 90 days per calendar year. • Applicant must be at least 18 years of age.

These are the answers currently recorded in the catalogue. A missing or partial answer is not an eligibility decision.

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