(published Sep 2021, but updated Feb 2025) The long awaited PRC amendments Bill has now been tabled in the House of Assembly. This is the first step towards a Bill becoming law. It has to pass the House of Assembly, and is then sent to the Senate, where amendments can…
The Ministry of Labour has published a policy statement on securing permanent residency for long term residents.…
The Minister of Labour, Jason Hayward, has announced that the government intends to amend the law, to allow a much greater number of people to apply for permanent residency (PRC). This article will look at the proposals, how much people should be paying attention, and who might benefit.…
This pathway is likely only viable for those who are in the process of switching jobs or permit status, or going from being employed to being out of employment. It could also potentially work for dependents of permit holders. It has certain risks attached to it also.…
Domicile is a tricky subject. It is based on somebody's state of mind as to whether they have decided to live permanently somewhere. The process has now been made easier…
The purpose of this article is to set out who will be eligible to apply for status or PRC under the new provisions. It is of benefit to various children, siblings and spouses of Bermudians and PRC holders.…
Every year in Bermuda, thousands of people are prosecuted for traffic offences, such as speeding, driving without due care and attention, using a mobile device while driving, driving while impaired, and driving with excess alcohol in one’s system. Often the penalties are fairly moderate, such as points on a…
Although promoted as a brand new opportunity for people to acquire permanent rights in Bermuda, it was in reality a way to get rid of a more generous policy and replace it with something more restrictive, but it does still offer options for some.…