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Bermuda: College/universities in Bermuda:

There are no colleges or universities in Bermuda. In order to live there, you need a work permit. They are hard to get and there is a lot of red tape. Bermuda is a very expensive island and has some social issues. Expats are not always welcomed. I taught there for 2 years. It was extremely challenging.

Bermuda: Working from Home and General Moving Questions about Bermuda:

I am Canadian and taught in Bermuda for two years. Things that seem easy in Canada may be very complicated or unattainable there. I believe that work permits are only issued when you have a position there. I had tons of trouble getting mine. Don't even attempt to send appliances there. It costs the earth. The cost of living is extremely high, but there is no income tax. Be very sure of your work situation before you go. Being an expat in Bermuda is not easy. Foreign workers are needed, but not necessarily wanted or welcomed. Good luck.

Bermuda: Moving dogs to Bermuda:

Are you aware that there are no kennels in Bermuda. I used to live there and did house sit and take care of people's dogs.

Bermuda: Moving to bermuda:

Don't forget utilities such as water and gas. They will charge you at least a $500.00 supplement because you are an expat. driving is hard here. You need to pass the Bermuda driving test, which isn't easy. Make sure you bring lots of money with you for rent and setting up costs. Bermuda is not one of the most welcoming countries and that is an understatement. You need a thick skin to survive here.

Bermuda: Do i stay or do i go ?:

This is a very small island with a unique, somewhat dysfunctional culture. You need to be very sure of the job, have saved lots of money before you come,(rent will be astronomical, utility payments will require hundreds of dollars extra because you are an expat, and food costs the earth). It is a tiny place and you may see him a lot. People love to gossip here and there are many social issues. It is beautiful and there is no income tax. I lived here for two years and couldn't wait to return to Canada.

Bermuda: 3 Kids and moving:

Where did you hear that? You will need to research the school system. are your children going to go to the public schools or the private ones. I taught in the public school system there. It is a world away from the Canadian system from the cultural standpoint. Make sure you do lots of research. Visit some schools. Will you be working too? Bermuda is an extremely expensive country.

Bermuda: Considering moving to Bermuda:

I lived and bought in Bermuda for two years. Bermuda is full of Canadian accountants. Make sure you have lots of info about your job. It needs to be secure and you need a work permit before you arrive. Bermuda is an extremely expensive place to live and sometimes living on one salary there is tough. Go and visit first. Just remember that the way that you are treated as a visitor is very far from the way that you will be treated as an expat living there. There are lots of challenges and a thick is required.

Bermuda: What to ship or leave behind when moving to bermuda:

Leave everything at home. Bring lots of cash and purchase second hand items such as furniture and appliance at house sales. They are prevalent. Read the Royal Gazette and go online for info. Good luck!

Bermuda: House sitting needed in bermuda:

House sitting is a great idea. I did it for two years. However, it's hard to find house sits when you are new to the island. You may want to rent a room first. Salt Kettle hotels has fairly low rates ( for Bermuda). My husband was a nurse there. Just be prepared that life will be very different and full of challenges there.

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