HI, I am considering a job in bermuda (Hamilton I think), salary is $84k or thereabouts. I have a partner (we are not married) who would come with me. We would only really need a 1 or 2 bed apartment to rent, would he need to work too? He works in the motor trade over here, are there big car dealerships in bermuda?

sorry for all the questions but we really want to make an informed choice as obviously it'll be a big move...leaving a doggy and a vintage car behind lol
thank you, Mel

My understanding is that you would need to be married for immigration to allow him to come as well. To be honest, you would really struggle on $84k for 2 people.

A one bedroom apartment will cost you $2k/month at the very least, and at least $3k for a 2 bedroom. As a rule of thumb, generally people pay at least $1,500 each for accomodation, usually more. Then of course the cost of living is high ($5 for a loaf of bread say, $7-10 for a drink out in town).

There are motor dealerships, which tend to struggle to find mechanics, if that's what he's looking for - maybe contact them directly - if it's sales work, there's very little chance of securing a work permit as it wouldn't be considered skilled work. Hope this helps.

You need to be married and then he would be a non working spouse unless he independently applies (and gets accepted) for a work permit.

All jobs have to be filled by islanders first.... he is unlikely to find work.

$84k is not enough.... rent can be $4k per month.

As people have mentioned, you do need to be married for both of you to come over. On a salary of $84K you will come out with around $6000 a month. If your partner does come over (you get married) then you will have to also pay for his health insurance. Your company will pay for yours, you will have to pay for his. This may be around $600 a month or more. Rent is high, generally around $2000 - $2500 for a 1 bed apt, heading up to $3500 - $4000 a month for a 2 bed. Then you have to get around (most people ride scooters), cars are expensive. Then food on top. The only way you could realistically manage is by bringing a lot of savings, or your partner finding work, which may be a struggle.

Hope this helps.