The Government of Bermuda has officially ended the “Work from Bermuda” (WFB) program, which has been in operation since August 2020. The initiative, which allowed digital nomads and students to live and work on the islands for a year, stopped accepting applications on February 28, 2025. This is reported in the official statement Ministry of Economy and Labor The Royal Gazette.
During the program’s existence, about 1,800 permits have been issued, with about 250 participants applying for extended stays. Minister of Economy and Labor Jameson Hayward noted that the decision to close the program is consistent with the state’s long-term economic strategy and housing policy aimed at ensuring greater housing affordability for local residents.
What should current program participants do
Holders of valid WFB certificates are given 90 days from the expiration date of their permit to settle cases and leave Bermuda. However, there are alternative options for those who want to stay.:
- Apply for a multi-year residence permit (Permission to Reside on an Annual Basis) for up to 5 years
- Apply for a standard work permit if you have employment with a local company
- Get a resident’s certificate if you have your own funds or investments
Trends and statistics of digital nomadism
The closure of the Bermuda program comes amid the growing popularity of digital nomadism in the world. According to research, there are about 40 million digital nomads in 2024, of which 18.1 million are US citizens.
According to a report by MBO Partners, the number of people identifying themselves as digital nomads increased by 131% from pre-2019 to 2022. At the same time, 62% of modern digital nomads hold traditional full-time positions, and 91% have higher education.
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