Bermuda Student Residence
At a glance
Admission to a qualifying higher-education course in Bermuda can support an application for student residence.
- School
- Acceptance by Bermuda College
- Age
- At least 18 and not Bermudian
- Permission
- College admission and immigration approval are separate
Summary
Bermuda College admission can support immigration permission for a non-Bermudian student aged 18 or older. The college’s acceptance provides the academic basis, while the applicant still needs to complete the separate immigration process and supply the required supporting records.
Eligibility
Provide Bermuda College acceptance and evidence that you can support yourself and meet the costs of your stay. The residence checklist requests financial and health-insurance records. Submit the Application for Residence with the passport, relevant entry documents, police and medical records, and supporting references. Confirm the permitted period with Immigration before traveling.
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Check the qualifying basis Confirm your accepted place and the institution’s immigration instructions.
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Prepare the application Prepare enrollment, financial support, and personal records.
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Complete the required process Obtain the required entry and residence permissions and renew before expiry.
The responsible authority checks the evidence and decides the application.
What This Route Allows
Stay for the approved studies and permit period, while continuing to meet the conditions.
What This Route Is Not
Admission alone does not issue a residence permit. Student residence does not establish unrestricted employment, a graduate work visa, permanent residence, or citizenship.
Next Steps
- Confirm your accepted place and the institution’s immigration instructions.
- Prepare enrollment, financial support, and personal records.
- Obtain the required entry and residence permissions and renew before expiry.
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