What you need
Requirements & eligibility
Businesses operating in The Bahamas must obtain a Business Licence; additional approvals depend on ownership and business activity.
Approved business or trade name
New businesses generally need an approved trade name or registered company name before completing the licence application.
Required · prerequisiteVerify on official external site ↗Agency approvals where required
Physical Planning, Works, Environmental Health, Police or other approvals may be required depending on the activity.
May be required · approvalVerify on official external site ↗Ownership and identity documents
Identity, residency, incorporation and ownership evidence may be required depending on the applicant and business structure.
Required · identityVerify on official external site ↗DIR online account
The application is submitted online through the Department of Inland Revenue portal.
Required · prerequisiteVerify on official external site ↗