Citizenship: USA
- For U.S. citizens only. If you are not a U.S. citizen, call (914) 592-2760.
- Your U.S. passport must be signed, valid for 6+ months, and have 2–3 blank visa pages (not "Amendment" pages).
- The fee for reformatting uploaded documents is $35.00..
Entry Requirements
visa required
Photo Requirements
- Your head must face the camera directly with full face in view.
- Neutral facial expression or natural smile, with both eyes open.
- Taken in clothing normally worn on a daily basis.
- Taken in the last 6 months.
- Plain white or off-white background.
- 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm).
- Head between 1–1 3/8 inches (25–35 mm) from chin to top of head.
- Printed on matte or glossy photo quality paper, in color.
- No glasses.
- No hat or head covering (exceptions for documented religious or medical reasons).
- Full face visible; no shadows on face.
- No headphones or wireless hands-free devices.
Health Requirements
vaccination certificate/card to upload (see Bermuda’s definition of “fully vaccinated”).
Register Your Trip (STEP)
Give yourself peace of mind.
JIDS can enroll your trip with the nearest U.S. Embassy/Consulate for $25.00 via the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program.
Accompanying Minors
- Application signed by both parents/guardians.
- Notarized consent letter signed by both parents/guardians.
- Original and copy of the minor's birth certificate.
Non-U.S. Citizens
- Include a copy of your U.S. Green Card (permanent residents) or your U.S. visa (visa holders).
- Visa requirements vary by nationality. Call JIDS at (914) 592-2760 for assistance.
Additional Information
Travel notes
- U.S. citizens only: These notes apply to holders of a valid U.S. passport. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please call (914) 592-2760.
- Your U.S. passport must be signed, valid for at least 6 months, and have 2–3 blank visa pages (not “Amendment” pages). JIDS can help with a new passport or a renewal.
Entry status
- No visa required for U.S. citizens.
- Valid, signed U.S. passport required. Passports for U.S. nationals should be valid on arrival; JIDS recommends 6 months’ validity beyond your last day of stay.
Bermuda entry procedures (effective Aug 22, 2022; subject to change)
Visitors arriving by air All passengers age 2+ must have an approved Bermuda Travel Authorisation (TA) before departure.
To receive an approved TA, you’ll need:
- A Mastercard or Visa credit card to pay the $40 application fee.
- If fully vaccinated: your vaccination certificate/card to upload (see Bermuda’s definition of “fully vaccinated”).
- If unvaccinated / not fully vaccinated: proof of travel health insurance to upload (see insurance requirements).
- Note: Unvaccinated children 11 and under traveling with fully vaccinated parents/guardians may upload the guardian’s vaccination certificate instead of insurance.
- A pre-travel COVID-19 test result:
- Take a test at a facility no more than 2 days before arrival (PCR up to 4 days before arrival is permitted for fully vaccinated travelers).
- Children under 2 years old do not need to test.
- Upload the negative result to your TA application.
How to apply (summary)
- Up to a month before arrival, start your TA application. Adults first, then complete a TA for each child under 18 (no TA for children under 2).
- Complete the form and upload either vaccination proof (if vaccinated) or proof of travel health insurance (if unvaccinated). Pay the $40 fee (Visa/Mastercard only).
- Four days before arrival you’ll get a reminder to upload your pre-arrival negative test. Submit your completed application at least 1 day before arrival.
- If approved, the Quarantine Authority emails your TA (check spam/junk if not received). Have it ready (electronic or printed) for scanning on arrival.
Testing & quarantine on arrival
- Fully vaccinated visitors: No additional testing or quarantine on arrival.
- Unvaccinated / not fully vaccinated visitors: Must take a pre-scheduled COVID test on day 4 (arrival day = day 0). Details are emailed to you.
Outbound tests
If you indicate an outbound test is required in your TA, it will be auto-scheduled (supervised antigen: day before departure; PCR: 2 days before). Details arrive by email; these tests are included in the TA fee.
Help: Bermuda COVID hotline +1 (441) 444-2498, toll-free 1-833-570-2594, or [email protected].
Return Shipping & JIDS Fees
Return Shipping
- FedEx charge according to ZIP code.
- Saturday/8AM delivery available.
- Include a printed airbill to avoid extra charges. (No UPS accounts can be processed through us.)
Service Fees
- See JIDS pricing or call (914) 592-2760.
- If JIDS pays government fees on your behalf, a 5.9% processing fee applies.
