Pay & Compensation
Base Pay
First-Year Private Soldier Earnings:
A new private can earn approximately $5,000 in their first year, based on the standard annual training requirement of about 30 service days (including a 2‑week camp, drill nights, and weekend exercises).
A new private can earn approximately $5,000 in their first year, based on the standard annual training requirement of about 30 service days (including a 2‑week camp, drill nights, and weekend exercises).
Pay Rates
RBR soldiers are paid for service on drills, weekends, training camps, and other duty periods. Pay scales are structured by rank and time served in grade.
| Rank | Drill Rate | Daily Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Pte - B | $42.59 | $170.34 |
| Pte - 1 | $43.65 | $174.61 |
| Pte - 2 | $45.09 | $180.35 |
| Pte - 3 | $46.43 | $185.72 |
| Pte - C | $47.56 | $190.23 |
| LCpl - B | $48.75 | $194.99 |
| LCpl - 1 | $50.58 | $202.34 |
| LCpl - 2 | $52.49 | $209.95 |
| LCpl - 3 | $54.45 | $217.79 |
| Cpl - B | $56.43 | $225.72 |
| Cpl - 1 | $58.42 | $233.69 |
| Cpl - 2 | $60.64 | $242.58 |
| Sgt - B | $62.90 | $251.58 |
| Sgt - 1 | $65.18 | $260.72 |
| Sgt - 2 | $67.40 | $269.59 |
| Sgt - 3 | $69.63 | $278.51 |
| CSgt - B | $71.84 | $287.37 |
| CSgt - 1 | $74.14 | $296.56 |
| CSgt - 2 | $76.36 | $305.42 |
| CSgt - 3 | $78.62 | $314.47 |
| CSgt - 4 | $80.86 | $323.42 |
| WO2 - B | $82.91 | $331.65 |
| WO2 - 1 | $85.17 | $340.70 |
| WO2 - 2 | $87.39 | $349.55 |
| WO1 - B | $92.32 | $369.27 |
| WO1 - 1 | $94.32 | $379.58 |
| OCdt | $62.90 | $251.58 |
| 2Lt - B | $82.91 | $331.65 |
| 2Lt - 1 | $85.17 | $340.70 |
| Lt - B | $87.39 | $349.55 |
| Lt - 1 | $89.85 | $359.41 |
| Capt - B | $94.90 | $379.58 |
| Capt - 1 | $97.71 | $390.82 |
| Maj - B | $105.65 | $422.60 |
| Maj - 1 | $108.67 | $434.68 |
| Rank | Drill rate | Daily Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Pte - B | $42.59 | $170.34 |
| Pte - 1 | $43.65 | $174.61 |
| Pte - 2 | $45.09 | $180.35 |
| Pte - 3 | $46.43 | $185.72 |
| Pte - C | $47.56 | $190.23 |
| LCpl - B | $48.75 | $194.99 |
| LCpl - 1 | $50.58 | $202.34 |
| LCpl - 2 | $52.49 | $209.95 |
| LCpl - 3 | $54.45 | $217.79 |
| Cpl - B | $56.43 | $225.72 |
| Cpl - 1 | $58.42 | $233.69 |
| Cpl - 2 | $60.64 | $242.58 |
| Sgt - B | $62.90 | $251.58 |
| Sgt - 1 | $65.18 | $260.72 |
| Sgt - 2 | $67.40 | $269.59 |
| Sgt - 3 | $69.63 | $278.51 |
| CSgt - B | $71.84 | $287.37 |
| CSgt - 1 | $74.14 | $296.56 |
| CSgt - 2 | $76.36 | $305.42 |
| CSgt - 3 | $78.62 | $314.47 |
| CSgt - 4 | $80.86 | $323.42 |
| WO2 - B | $82.91 | $331.65 |
| WO2 - 1 | $85.17 | $340.70 |
| WO2 - 2 | $87.39 | $349.55 |
| WO1 - B | $92.32 | $369.27 |
| WO1 - 1 | $94.90 | $379.58 |
| OCdt | $62.90 | $251.58 |
| 2Lt - B | $82.91 | $331.65 |
| 2Lt - 1 | $85.17 | $340.70 |
| Lt - B | $87.39 | $349.55 |
| Lt - 1 | $89.85 | $359.41 |
| Capt - B | $94.90 | $379.58 |
| Capt - 1 | $97.71 | $390.82 |
| Maj - B | $105.65 | $422.60 |
| Maj - 1 | $108.67 | $434.68 |
Annual Performance Bonus
All serving RBR members can earn up to $600, paid each December, based on training attendance and successful completion of Military Annual Training Tests (MATTs).
Criteria
You must complete all three requirements:
1. Training Attendance
- Attend 80% of Company‑Allocated Training Drills (optional extra drills don’t count).
2. Annual 2‑Week Training
- Must attend Overseas Camp or a valid equivalent (Recruit Camp, PCBC/PSBC course, or CO‑approved alternative).
- If not selected to deploy, you must show you were deployment‑ready (passport, medical clearance, visas if needed).
3. MATTs Completion
You must attempt all and are paid for the ones you pass:
- MATT 1: Personal Fitness Assessment
- MATT 2: Operational Fitness Test
- MATT 3: Annual Weapons Test + semi‑annual WHT
- MATT 4: First Aid Test
- MATT 5: Rules of Engagement & Judgmental Training
- MATT 6: Values & Standards Assessment
Bonus Amounts
- Pass 6/6 MATTs: $600
- Pass 5/6 MATTs: $400
- Pass 4/6 MATTs: No bonus
Payment Times and Methods
All payments are made in Bermuda dollars by direct deposit to a personal HSBC, Butterfield, or Clarien account. Soldiers must have a Bermuda bank account before starting service.
- Monthly Pay: Issued for drill nights and weekend camps completed during the period.
- Training Camps: Paid weekly by wire transfer during the 2‑week annual camp or embodiments.
- Performance Bonus: Paid every December.
RBR Learning Credits
The Royal Bermuda Regiment supports lifelong learning through two programs:
Standard Learning Credits (SLC)
For all serving personnel.
- Must be “efficient” (met previous year’s Annual Camp & Drill requirements).
- Covers up to 80% of course costs, max $250 per financial year.
- Multiple courses allowed, but total reimbursement cannot exceed $250.
- Claims must be made in the same financial year; no carry‑over or retrospective claims.
- Course must be completed; incomplete courses are not reimbursed.
- Proof of completion required.
- Cannot be used if an RBR/MOD course already exists with available spaces.
- If unsure about eligibility, contact the RCMO before enrolling.
Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC)
For personnel with 3+ years of service.
Eligibility Tiers
- 3 years served: Up to $1,000 per financial year
- 6 years served: Up to $2,000 per financial year
- Max total per career: 3 claims and $6,000 total
Key Points
- ELCs fund recognized qualifications only (not simple certificates of attendance).
- Members must contribute at least 20% of course costs.
- Study must be done during off‑duty time.
- Course must be approved by the RCMO before enrollment; ELCs are paid upfront, not reimbursed.
- ELC boards meet 3 times per year.
- Cannot be used if an equivalent RBR/MOD course is available.
- Failing to complete a funded course may require repayment and may affect future eligibility.
Benefits
Fitness Centre
- The RBR Gym is open to Regiment members with a $20 key fob (non‑transferable).
- Members may bring one guest, who trains at their own risk and must remain with the member at all times. Unauthorized guest use results in loss of access.
- All users must sign in and out.
- Users must follow safe training practices:
- Warm up and cool down
- Do not drop weights
- Use collars and check equipment
- Use equipment as instructed
- Train within your ability
- Have a spotter for free weights
- Clean and rack equipment; bring a towel
- Report any damage to RQMS, Chief Clerk, or PTIs.
- Sports kit only—no military uniform except RBR PT kit.
- No children under 16 allowed.
- Signing in confirms acceptance of all gym rules.
Free Public Transport
As a soldier in the Regiment you are entitled to FREE transport on buses and ferries, whether in uniform or not. Simply produce your valid Regimental Identification Card when boarding.