Once you’ve arrived, you still have some business to take care of. Find out what it takes to get licences and documentation and how to register for and pay taxes. Learn what types of social programmes Bermuda offers.

And down the road, see what it takes to get permanent residency in Bermuda.

Report fly-tipping or illegal dumping

What are special or hazardous wastes?

How do I dispose of my commercial waste?

What waste is accepted at the public drop off?

This facility has designated disposal areas for hazardous waste items, TAG Recyclables, household waste, bulky items, metal waste, and other waste items.

What is a compostable material?

Leaf, limb and garden waste from households, commercial properties, roadsides, and parks is accepted for composting and converted into a useful soil amendment.  

TAG = Tin, aluminium and glass

What can I put out for collection? YES: NO:

All the items below are safe to place in your household waste bag.

The Solid Waste Management (SWM) section provides the people of Bermuda with cost-effective waste management services that protect public health and safeguard the environment.

Government Notice: Please be advised that the Department of Immigration is currently undertaking a project to improve our processes and services to the public.
Setting Up a Business in Bermuda 

There are a few options for setting up a business in Bermuda. Your options depend on the nature of your business activities and whether you wish to conduct business in the local market.

Setting Up a Business in Bermuda 

There are a few options for setting up a business in Bermuda. Your options depend on the nature of your business activities and whether you wish to conduct business in the local market.

Setting Up a Business in Bermuda 

There are a few options for setting up a business in Bermuda. Your options depend on the nature of your business activities and whether you wish to conduct business in the local market.

Setting Up a Business in Bermuda 

There are a few options for setting up a business in Bermuda. Your options depend on the nature of your business activities and whether you wish to conduct business in the local market.

There are a few options for setting up a business in Bermuda. Your options depend on the nature of your business activities and whether you wish to conduct business in the local market.

The Government of Bermuda’s Department of Human Resources has created a comprehensive resource guide to help introduce you to Bermuda.

How do I apply for a Water Right?

Before constructing a well or borehole, you must apply for a Water Right. Only after approval by the Environmental Authority may the well or borehole be constructed.

On this page you will find the fees for the Department of Immigration's permits and services. Click on a link below to go directly to the information you are looking for.

Once a week Garbage Collection Routes:

You can visit the main Transport Control Department (TCD) location and request a Sunday permit, or a permit to move an unlicensed vehicle. You will need to explain your situation, pay a small fee (see table below) and show valid insurance.  Your information will be recorded by TCD.

There are three steps to get a driver’s licence in Bermuda:

The following is a list of the bus routes in Bermuda.  Please select one of the links below to see the route schedule.