Frequently Asked Questions about The Bahamas

Please note that while Bahamian immigration officers check for visas at the border, the Bahamian Commonwealth Department of Foreign Affairs is responsible for processing and issuing visas through the consular section, and all Bahamian visas are issued prior to travel to the Bahamas.

The Bahamian dollar is the official currency in The Bahamas. The American dollar is also widely used and accepted everywhere as it is interchangeable with the Bahamian dollar. American dollars can be easily exchanged at banks and exchange offices outside of The Bahamas.

The export of Bahamian currency is restricted by law. You may not leave the country with more than 200 Bahamian dollars.

No, the passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of planned departure from the Bahamas. In addition, airlines will not allow passengers with expired documents to board.

Only British and American passport holders can enter the Bahamas with a validity of less than six months. However, it is recommended that British passport holders have a validity of at least six months in order to comply with British immigration requirements. British passport holders with a validity of less than six months are allowed to enter the Bahamas provided their stay does not exceed three weeks (21 days).

No, each traveler (adult or child) needs their own passport to enter the Bahamas.

Most visitors to the Bahamas do not require specific immunizations before entering the country. However, persons over one year of age must provide a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate if they are coming from the following countries: Angola, Benin, Bolivia, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Colombia, Cameroon, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ecuador, French Guiana, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Peru and Sudan. The vaccination procedure must be completed 10 days prior to arrival in The Bahamas.

It is always best to consult your doctor; any decisions about vaccination will be based on personal circumstances and the advice of a medical professional.

All travelers visiting the Bahamas from non-visa exempt countries must obtain a visa for entry, whether traveling by air or sea. For a list of visa-free countries, please visit our visa page.

Persons with a criminal record are advised to contact the Bahamas Department of Immigration for advice and further information.

No, it is illegal to use a tourist visa to work in the Bahamas. If you plan to work in the Bahamas, you will need to apply for the appropriate work visa or work permit.

If your Bahamas visa application is denied, you may consider re-submitting your application with additional documents or seek advice from our visa services team to clarify the reasons for the denial and explore alternatives.

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