Short answer
You can buy a prepaid SIM from One Communications or Digicel in Hamilton, with your passport. Visitor bundles cost roughly BMD 20 to 60 (BMD and USD are worth the same). A local SIM makes sense for long stays or if you need a Bermuda number. For a short trip, a travel eSIM is cheaper and you can set it up before you arrive.
Local SIM or eSIM: which is better?
| Local prepaid SIM | Travel eSIM | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | One: BMD 20–50; Digicel: BMD 25–60 | From $6.50 |
| Where to buy | Store in Hamilton, passport needed | Online, before you travel |
| Bermuda phone number | Yes, with local calls and texts | Usually no (data only) |
| Works on arrival | After you reach a store | As soon as you land |
| Keeps your home SIM in the phone | Only in a dual-SIM phone | Yes |
| Network | One or Digicel, your choice | Mostly Digicel (see comparison) |
Where to buy a SIM card in Bermuda
- One Communications: One stores in Hamilton; also Phoenix Stores and phone shops.
- Digicel: Digicel stores in Hamilton and retailers.
What do visitor bundles cost?
When a local SIM is the better choice
- You’re staying a month or longer.
- You need a Bermuda number (for work, a rental, or local services).
- You want to choose One Communications instead of Digicel.
For anything shorter, compare Bermuda eSIM plans first.
Common questions
Can I buy a SIM card at Bermuda airport?
Do I need a passport to buy a SIM in Bermuda?
Yes, both carriers ask for ID when you buy a prepaid SIM.
Is my phone unlocked?
A SIM from another carrier only works in an unlocked phone. Here’s how to check.