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Bahamas Passport & Visa Requirements |
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Entry requirements for Americans: United States passport holders must have a valid passport or a
Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) compliant document, or
a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license, as well
as proof of citizenship, such as an original or certified birth
certificate. A visa is not required for travel to the Bahamas for
visits not exceeding eight months.
Entry requirements for UK nationals: UK nationals do not require a visa for stays of up to eight
months. A passport is required, valid for six months after entry,
or some form of official photo identification with a birth
certificate and/or citizenship card.
Entry requirements for Canadians: Canadians should take a passport or other form of
government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license, as well as
proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate. Canadians may
stay in the Bahamas for up to three months without a visa; if
travelling with other identification documents the maximum stay
without a visa is 21 days. Extensions may be granted.
Entry requirements for Australians: Australians do not require a visa for a stay of up to three
months, but a passport valid for a minimum of six months is
necessary.
Entry requirements for South Africans: South African nationals must hold a passport valid for at least
six months, but no visa is required for a stay of up to three
months.
Entry requirements for New Zealanders: New Zealanders do not require a visa for a stay of up to three
months, but a passport valid for at least six months is
necessary.
Entry requirements for Irish nationals: Irish nationals require a passport valid for at least six
months, but no visa is needed for stays of up to three months.
Passport/Visa Note: All visitors must be in possession of a return or onward ticket,
plus proof of funds, and with the exception of nationals of Canada
and the US, all visitors must hold passports which are valid at
least six months after entry. Cruise ship passengers must hold a
ticket for their ship. As part of the Western Hemisphere Travel
Initiative (WHTI), all travellers travelling between the United
States and Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean region are
required to present a passport or other valid travel document to
enter or re-enter the United States. If departing from the USA a
valid passport will be required by immigration authorities.
Note: Passport and visa
requirements are liable to change at short notice. Travellers are advised to
check their entry requirements with their embassy or consulate. |
