Online Services

The Economic Development Department (EDD) offers grants to support various initiatives aimed at fostering economic growth and development in Bermuda. Here are the key steps and requirements for applying for an EDD Grant: Steps to Apply Eligibility Check: Ensure your project or initiative aligns with the EDD’s objectives and criteria. Application Form: Complete the EDD Grant Application Form with all required details. Supporting Documents: Prepare and attach all necessary supporting documents,...

Requirements to apply for a Betting Licence ​Applicants are to submit this application with the requisite receipt and a cheque for advertising fees to the Clerk to the Betting Licensing Authority at Magistrates’ Court. The Fee for this Application is to be paid to the Accountant General’s Department Cashier in the Government Administration Building, Ground Floor. New and annual renewal applications are to be submitted with the requisite Certificates, etc. A copy of this Application shall be...

Download the Memorandum of Association and Memorandum of Continuance forms required under the Companies Act 1981 to incorporate a company limited by shares, limited by guarantee, or to continue an existing company into Bermuda.

To apply for a construction permit or operating licence for a controlled plant , you must complete the application and submit it with the appropriate fee. How to apply for a construction permit and operation licences for a controlled plant To complete this application, you will need to make sure you have the following information: Agent mailing address and contact information Details on proposed location of controlled plant Details on the type of controlled plant Information on electrical...

Purpose and Specifications A Global Entrepreneur Work Permit is used by business service companies who have a business relationship with global investors who wish to domicile a company in Bermuda. Eligibility To qualify for a Global Entrepreneur Work Permit, the work activities should include business planning, seeking appropriate Government or regulatory approval(s). The global investor must meet compliance or financial requirements or demonstrate proof of the ability to raise capital....

Purpose and Specifications An employer can apply for a Standard Permit for a person who is already employed by a global company in another jurisdiction to transfer to the Bermuda office without the requirement to advertise the position. The company must demonstrate that the Work Permit holder is not being transferred to fill a pre-existing position in Bermuda. If the Work Permit holder falls within a job category where a statutory council must be consulted that must still be done (see section...

Landing permits are issued to assist work permit holders who have a need to travel during the period of time when a new Standard Work Permit is being processed by the Department of Immigration on their behalf. In all cases, although the application has been submitted, there is no decision on the work permit at the time of travel. A landing permit provides proof that the work permit holder has a right of residence in Bermuda (after their work permit has expired) and allows the work permit holder.

The form of notices of application, licences and permits for the purposes of the Liquor Licence Act 1974 shall be as set out in the Schedule to these Regulations, or as near thereto as the circumstances admit. Requirements to apply for a licence Application for Annual Renewal Session must be submitted by March 14th. Submissions must be made online via the Portal. Plans, certificates, etc., pertaining to this application should be attached to the online application in the designated fields of...

Certificate of Formation for a Limited Liability Company under the Limited Liability Company Act 2016, filed with the Registrar of Companies to formally establish an LLC in Bermuda.

Memorandum of Incorporated Segregated Account for an Incorporated Segregated Account (ISA) limited by shares, required under the Incorporated Segregated Accounts Companies Act 2019 to establish an ISA in Bermuda.

A New Business Work Permit allows an exempted company that is new to Bermuda to receive automatic approval of work permits for the first six months of obtaining the first new business permit. There is no need to advertise the positions. New Business Work Permits will be issued for one, two, three, four or five years. At the end of the New Business Work Permit term, if the employer wants the employee to remain in Bermuda, they must apply for a Standard Work Permit . There are various types of...

Download the Certificate of Overseas Partnership and Certificate of Exempted Partnership forms required to register a partnership in Bermuda under the Overseas Partnership Act 1995 or the Exempted Partnerships Act 1992.