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Indigo Stafford

Edinburgh's remote workers are being invited to live in Bermuda for a year

Bermuda has always had a bit of reputation for people 'disappearing' near its famous triangle - and now you too could disappear to the island situated in the North Atlantic Ocean.

That's because the British Overseas Territory is offering remote workers the opportunity to come and live on the stunning island for a whole year.

All you need is to be over 18, have proof you are currently working or studying and have health insurance.

It is hoped that by welcoming people to stay on the island it will give Bermuda's economy a boost following the pandemic.

A statement from Bermuda’s minister of labour, Jason Hayward reads: “Remote working has been a growing trend for some time and is something the Bermuda Government has been examining as part of its technology-focused economic diversification strategy.

“The trend towards remote working has been accelerated by Covid-19. These visitors can reside in Bermuda without seeking employment on the island and will promote economic activity for our country without displacing Bermudians in the workforce."

Bermuda will be taking applications for the remote working scheme from 1 August and, if successful, a certificate for a year-long stay will cost you around £200.

For those who are frightened by the prospect of leaving home for a year, they are also offering 'tourist visas' for a six-month stay.

The news comes as Barbados also offered a similar "Barbados Welcome Stamp" which will also allow people able to work remotely to settle on the island for a year.

You can find out more about working in Bermuda here.

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