Bermuda is famous for its pink-sand beaches, created by crushed coral and shells.
Bermuda
BermudaNorthern America-8:00Hours behind the UAE
About the Country
General Information
National Identity
Official Language(s)English
National CurrencyBermudian Dollar (BMD)
National Day(s)Last Friday in May (Bermuda Day)
Capitals
Political / Administrative CapitalHamilton
Economic CapitalHamilton
Cultural CapitalSt. George’s
Transport & Connectivity
Flight Duration from the UAE≈ 18 – 21 h
Connecting flights
Primary AirportL.F. Wade International Airport (BDA)
Primary PortPort of Hamilton (Seaport)
Geography
Land Area54 km²
Length of the Coastline103 km
Highest PointTown Hill (79 m)
Primary Inland Water Body / RiverMangrove Lake (Bermuda’s largest brackish lake)
ClimateSubtropical; mild winters and warm, humid summers
Border Countries
None (island territory)
0Last Updated: June 2026Source: Internal Research
Key Facts
Hamilton is the capital of Bermuda and one of the world's smallest capital cities.
The Bermuda Triangle, a famous region linked to maritime mysteries, is named after Bermuda.
Crystal Cave is one of Bermuda’s most famous natural attractions, known for its clear underground lake.
The Royal Naval Dockyard is Bermuda’s largest historic attraction and former British naval base.
Bermuda shorts originated in Bermuda and became an internationally recognized style of clothing.
Fish chowder is one of Bermuda’s most famous traditional dishes and is often served with sherry pepper sauce.
Bermuda consists of about 181 islands and islets connected by bridges and causeways.
Bermuda relies on a 400-year-old stepped roof design and mandatory rooftop rainwater harvesting systems to supply fresh water to its population.
Gibbs Hill Lighthouse, built in 1846, is one of the world’s oldest cast-iron lighthouses.
The island is famous for its colorful pastel houses that reflect traditional Bermudian architecture.
Somerset Bridge in Bermuda is often described as one of the world's smallest drawbridges.
Last Updated: June 2026Source: Internal Research
Economic Overview
Macroeconomic Snapshot
GDP, current prices-Billions of USD · 2025
Real GDP growth-Annual percent change · 2025
GDP per capita, current prices-USD per capita · 2025
Population-Millions of people · 2025
General government gross debt-% of GDP · 2025
Income levelWorld Bank classificationHigh Income
Last Updated: October 2026Source: IMF DataMapper; World Bank Open Data
Economic Comparison
| Indicator |  UAE | BermudaUAE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| GDP, current pricesBillions of USD · 2025 | - | 614.4 | |
| GDP, PPPCurrent int$, Billions · 2024 | 7.7 | 871.7 | |
| Real GDP growthAnnual percent change · 2025 | - | 6.2% | |
| GDP per capita, current pricesUSD per capita · 2025 | - | 54,151 | |
| PopulationMillions of people · 2025 | - | 11.35 | |
| Unemployment rate% of total labor force · 2025 | - | 1.73% | |
| Inflation rate (avg. consumer prices)Annual percent change · 2025 | - | 1.3% | |
| General government gross debt% of GDP · 2025 | - | 33.9% | |
| Income levelWorld Bank classification | High Income | High Income |
Last Updated: October 2026Source: IMF DataMapper; World Bank Open Data
Foreign Trade
Bermuda's Top 5 Trade Partners
- 01
South Korea
- 02
United States of America
- 03
China
- 04
Canada
- 05
Singapore
Bermuda’s Imports
Top 5 Import Sources
- 01
- 02
- 03
- 04
- 05
Top 5 Imports Globally
- Ships, boats and floating structures
- Railway locomotives and rolling stock
- Mineral fuels and oils
- Commodities not elsewhere specified
- Machinery and mechanical appliances
Bermuda’s Exports
Top 5 Export Destinations
- 01
- 02
Indonesia
- 03
South Africa
- 04
Angola
- 05
United Kingdom
Top 5 Exports Globally
- Commodities not elsewhere specified
- Ships, boats and floating structures
- Railway locomotives and rolling stock
- Beverages, spirits and vinegar
- Machinery and mechanical appliances
Last Updated: October 2026Source: ITC Trade Map (2025)
Political Overview
Leadership
H.E. Andrew Murdoch
Since January 2025
Hon. Edward David Gerald Burt II
Since July 2017
Hon. Edward David Gerald Burt II
Since February 2022
Hon. Jason Paul Hayward
Since June 2020
Political Summary
Political System
Parliamentary system
British Overseas Territory with appointed Governor and elected Premier.
Ruling Party
Progressive Labour Party (PLP): Centre-left (since 2017)
Main Opposition Force(s)
One Bermuda Alliance (OBA): Centre-right
Next Presidential Election
Not applicable (Hereditary)
Next Legislative Election
2030
Last Updated: May 2026Source: Internal Research
Membership in Key Organizations and Blocs
42Organizations
4Member
0Founding Member
0Partner, Observer or Participant
38Not a Member
No organisation matches.
Last Updated: July 2026Source: Official websites of the respective organizations
Competitiveness Indexes
| Index | Year | Rank Out of | Bermuda | UAE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | ||||
| 2026 | 70 | - | 5 | |
| 2022 | 153 | 146 | 27 | |
| 2023 | 5 | - | 4 | |
| 2026 | 110 | - | 22 | |
| Talent | ||||
| 2025 | 69 | - | 9 | |
| 2025 | 135 | - | 25 | |
| 2025 | 193 | - | 15 | |
| Innovation | ||||
| 2026 | 139 | - | 25 | |
| 2025 | 69 | - | 9 | |
| Governance | ||||
| 2024 | 193 | - | 11 | |
| 2024 | 198 | - | 9 | |
| Society | ||||
| 2026 | 161 | - | 51 | |
| 2026 | 171 | - | 44 | |
| 2025 | 172 | - | 13 | |
| 2025 | 148 | - | 69 | |
| 2026 | 163 | - | 73 | |
| 2025 | 147 | - | 21 | |
| 2026 | 169 | - | 71 | |
| AI | ||||
| 2024 | 36 | - | 8 | |
| 2025 | 195 | - | 19 | |
No index matches.
Last Updated: October 2026Source: International rankings and indices
Bilateral Relations
Diplomatic Relations and Representation
Date of Establishment of Diplomatic Relations-
UAE Ambassador
H.E. Mansoor Abdullah Khalfan Juma AbulhoulUAE Ambassador to the UK · Non-residentForeign Ambassador
H.E. Geraldine McCaffertyAmbassador of the UK to the UAE · Non-residentLast Updated: June 2026Source: MoFA; Internal Research
Flights by UAE Carriers
Passenger Flights
October 2026 figures0Total Weekly Passenger Flights
EYEtihad Airways0
EKEmirates0
FZflydubai0
G9Air Arabia0
Cargo Flights
October 2026 figures0Total Weekly Cargo Flights
EYEtihad Cargo0
EKEmirates SkyCargo0
Last Updated: October 2026Source: GCAA
Consular Information
| 2025 Figures | Tourists | Residents | Students | Golden Visa Holders |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bermuda Nationalsin the UAE | - | - | - | - |
UAE Citizensin Bermuda | - | - | - | - |
Last Updated: October 2026Source: MoFA
Main Agreements and MoUs
| Agreement / MOU | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
CEPAComprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement | Not Signed | - |
IPPAInvestment Protection and Promotion Agreement | Not Signed | - |
DTADouble Taxation Avoidance Agreement | Ratified | Signed on 12 Feb 2015.Entered into force on 5 Jul 2019. |
ASAAir Services Agreement | Not Signed | - |
Ratified— Signed and entered into force
Signed— Signed, but entry into force or ratification is pending
Not Signed— No signed agreement exists
Last Updated: April 2026Source: Internal Research
UAE Foreign Assistance
| UAE Aid to Bermuda | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | Total Amount (2021–2025) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amount (USD Mn) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Last Updated: October 2026Source: UAEAID
Bilateral Visits
Official Visits from the UAE
- H.E. Abdulaziz AlnuaimiAssistant Undersecretary at the Ministry of EconomyJun2023
Official Visits to the UAE
- Hon. David BurtPremier of BermudaFeb2026
- Hon. Jason HaywardMinister of Economy and Labour of BermudaFeb2024
- Hon. Kim WilsonMinister of Health of BermudaFeb2024
- Hon. David BurtPremier of BermudaDec2023
- Hon. Walter RobanDeputy Premier of BermudaDec2023
The officials’ titles shown reflect the positions held at the time of the visit.
Last Updated: April 2026Source: Internal Research
Trade
Non-Oil Bilateral Trade
| USD Millions | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | % Change (2024–2025) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UAE imports from Bermuda | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +460.6% |
| UAE exports to Bermuda | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +1100.0% |
| UAE re-exports to Bermuda | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | +439.0% |
| Total non-oil trade with Bermuda | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | +456.8% |
| CAGR (2022–2025) | 107.06% | ||||
Last Updated: October 2026Source: MoFT
Rank Among UAE's Trade Partners
194thNon-oil trade partner of the UAEout of 246
191stSource of UAE importsout of 242
207thDestination for UAE exportsout of 221
181stDestination for UAE re‑exportsout of 227
Last Updated: October 2026Source: MoFT
Key Trade Commodities
Top 5 Imports from Bermuda
- 1Leather articles and travel goods
- 2Foodstuffs, beverages, spirits and tobacco
- 3Products of the chemical or allied industries
- 4Footwear, headgear, umbrellas and related articles
- 5Works of art, collectors' pieces and antiques
Top 5 Exports to Bermuda
- 1Base metals and articles of base metal
- 2Miscellaneous manufactured articles
- 3Textiles and textile articles
- 4Products of the chemical or allied industries
- 5Live animals and animal products
Top 5 Re-exports to Bermuda
- 1Machinery, electrical equipment and parts
- 2Vehicles, aircraft, vessels and transport equipment
- 3Products of the chemical or allied industries
- 4Textiles and textile articles
- 5Photographic, medical, musical instruments & parts
Last Updated: October 2026Source: FCSC
Foreign Direct Investment Flows
Jan 2021 – Sep 2026
FDI Inflows (Into the UAE)414.3USD Millions
FDI Outflows (UAE Abroad)-
Capex and jobs data include estimated values.
Last Updated: November 2026Source: fDi Markets
Major Companies and Investments
Major Bermudian Companies in the UAE
Transamerica Life BermudaInsurance and life insurance
International General Insurance (IGI)Insurance and reinsurance
Major UAE Companies in Bermuda
Last Updated: April 2026Source: Internal Research
Business Support
Joint Business Council(s)-
Cooperation Opportunities
Priority level: HIGH / MEDIUM / EMERGING, based on overall attractiveness to the UAE.
Last Updated: September 2026Source: Internal Research