The Government notes recent public statements regarding full membership of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and its implications for Bermuda’s travel arrangements with the United States. For the public record, there is no basis for the suggestion that CARICOM membership would affect Bermuda's visa-free travel to the United States or United States Customs pre-clearance.
Bermuda’s visa-free access to the United States operates under bilateral arrangements between the United Kingdom and the United States Government. United States Customs pre-clearance operates under a separate bilateral framework, determined by the United States Government. CARICOM plays no role in either arrangement.
The Government urges the public to rely on verified information. The forthcoming White Paper will provide comprehensive analysis, including the full legal position on travel arrangements, as part of the Government's commitment to ensuring that Bermudians are fully informed before any determination is made.
The public consultation closed on 31 May 2026. The White Paper is in preparation.
