Bermuda Clarifies Work Permit Policy Amid Ongoing Labor Shortages

• Bermuda reaffirmed its work permit policy, emphasizing the need to address labor shortages while ensuring qualified Bermudians remain the first choice for available jobs. 

Work Permit Policy Amid Ongoing Labor Shortages  

On August 7, 2026, the Government of Bermuda issued clarification regarding its work permit policy, citing the island’s aging population and shrinking workforce as key drivers of ongoing labor shortages across multiple sectors.  

The government highlighted several existing measures, including:  

• Expanding the list of closed occupations where work permits are unavailable because qualified Bermudians are available. 
• Expanding restricted occupations, requiring employers to demonstrate efforts to recruit Bermudians first. 
• Introducing measures to provide greater stability within the work permit system. 
• Reserving summer employment and internship opportunities exclusively for Bermudians. 

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