Bermuda Arrival Card
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What Is the Bermuda Arrival Card?
The Bermuda Arrival Card is the mandatory online pre-arrival declaration required by the Government of Bermuda for most non-resident visitors. The digital card replaces paper arrival cards and standardises the collection of passport details, arrival information and basic customs declarations before you reach the island. It is submitted via the official portal at bermudaarrivalcard.com and is intended to speed up immigration clearance at L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA).
Apply through the official portal or use DoVisa for guided completion, document checks and faster processing speeds. Typical inputs include passport information, your flight arrival details, accommodation address and basic customs responses. After successful submission you receive a downloadable confirmation that you should save or print to present to immigration officials on arrival; many airlines also ask to see the confirmation at departure check-in.
The card is a pre-arrival declaration — not a visa — and does not replace passport, airline or immigration requirements. The Bermuda Arrival Card must be completed before travel; it establishes the entry record and helps customs and immigration prioritise processing. It does not guarantee entry, and immigration officers retain final authority on arrival. Any additional entry permissions (for longer stays or special visas) are handled separately by Bermuda immigration authorities.
For complete Bermuda entry rules see Bermuda visa information and the official portal at bermudaarrivalcard.com. Ready to apply? Apply now.
Who Needs the Bermuda Arrival Card?
Who Needs It
- All non-resident visitors arriving in Bermuda who will clear immigration
- Tourists and business visitors staying in Bermuda for short visits
- Children and minors — a parent or guardian submits the card on their behalf
Who Is Exempt
- Bermudian nationals and residents with Bermudian status
- Diplomatic and official passport holders travelling on government business
- Airline and vessel crew members on active official duty
Bermuda Entry Requirements & Restrictions
Passport Validity
Your passport must be valid for your period of stay; many sources and travel advisory pages recommend at least 6 months validity and at least one blank page for entry/exit stamps. See the U.S. Consulate entry guidance at bm.usconsulate.gov.
Vaccination Requirements
No vaccination is routinely required for entry to Bermuda. Official health guidance notes that routine vaccines should be up to date; see the CDC country page for Bermuda for current health advice: CDC — Bermuda.
Customs & Prohibited Items
Bermuda prohibits importing firearms, explosives, indecent or obscene materials and controls plant, animal and food product imports. Tobacco allowances and other limits apply; review the Bermuda Customs Tariff and prohibited goods list at gov.bm — Prohibited & Restricted Goods.
E-cigarettes, Drones & Restricted Goods
Some carriers and shipping services list e-cigarettes and vaping devices as restricted for shipment to Bermuda; drones, live animals and certain medications may require permits. Check customs guidance and your airline's rules before travel.
Travel Insurance & Health Facilities
Travel insurance is strongly recommended — medical facilities on the island are capable but serious cases may require medevac. Confirm your policy covers emergency evacuation and COVID-related costs where relevant.
Travel Tips for Bermuda Visitors
Bermuda is a compact British Overseas Territory famous for pink-sand beaches, historic towns and golf. Most international visitors arrive at L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA) and transfer to accommodations around Hamilton or the east and west coasts.
- Best time to visit: Late spring to early autumn offers warm sea temperatures and outdoor activities — shoulder seasons reduce crowds.
- Currency: Bermudian Dollar (BMD) — US dollars are widely accepted at hotels and tourist businesses.
- Language: English is the official language and is universally spoken.
- Time zone: Atlantic Standard Time — GMT-4.
- Airport transfers: L.F. Wade International (BDA) is the island's main international airport; taxis and rental cars are available on arrival.
- Customs tips: Declare controlled items and avoid bringing prohibited imports — check government lists before packing.
- Local customs: Bermuda has relaxed resort culture but dress modestly in public towns and respect local signage at historic and residential sites.
- Save your confirmation: Download or screenshot your Arrival Card confirmation so you can present it to immigration and airline staff if requested.
"I completed the Bermuda Arrival Card on DoVisa before my flight. The confirmation arrived quickly and presenting the downloaded form at immigration at BDA was straightforward."
"Fast and clear — submitted the arrival card while at my departure gate and airline staff confirmed it at check-in. Immigration in Bermuda accepted the digital confirmation."
"Helpful guidance when I wasn't sure which accommodation address to enter. The Bermuda Arrival Card process took less than 10 minutes and saved time on arrival."
"Used DoVisa's Super Rush for a last-minute trip. The form uploaded my passport photo correctly and the confirmation was emailed well before departure — smooth entry at BDA."
"Straightforward form but I needed support resizing a passport photo. Support responded quickly and the card was approved before my flight."
"Did the arrival card for my family trip — each child had a separate submission as required. We kept the confirmations offline and breezed through immigration."
"Good instructions and reminders. Airline checked the confirmation at departure and immigration at BDA scanned our saved confirmation on arrival."
"One minor typo on my confirmation but it was still accepted. Support advised how to re-submit correctly for future trips."
"I had to re-submit once because I entered the wrong flight number. It was fixed in time, but double-check your entries before submitting to avoid stress."
"Worth using for convenience — the arrival card was straightforward and the confirmation downloaded as a PDF that immigration accepted at BDA."
"I completed the Bermuda Arrival Card on DoVisa before my flight. The confirmation arrived quickly and presenting the downloaded form at immigration at BDA was straightforward."
"Fast and clear — submitted the arrival card while at my departure gate and airline staff confirmed it at check-in. Immigration in Bermuda accepted the digital confirmation."
"Helpful guidance when I wasn't sure which accommodation address to enter. The Bermuda Arrival Card process took less than 10 minutes and saved time on arrival."
Bermuda Arrival Card: Frequently Asked Questions
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- Bermuda Arrival Card — Official Portal
- Government of Bermuda — Visitors & Travel Authorization Notices
- Government of Bermuda — Prohibited and Restricted Goods
- CDC — Bermuda Traveler Health
- L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA) — Passenger Information
- U.S. Consulate General in Bermuda — Entry Requirements
- UK Foreign Travel Advice — Bermuda Entry Requirements
- Bermuda Customs Tariff 2025 (PDF)