Verified guidance
Extend a Visitor Stay
Request permission to remain in The Bahamas beyond the period initially granted on entry.
Visitor handbook
Visiting The Bahamas
Practical information for The Bahamas for planning a trip, entering the country, getting around, visiting other islands, choosing reputable tourism operators, staying safe and finding help while you are here.
Start here: entry and immigration rules can change, and transport schedules are often weather-dependent. ConchPort summarizes useful information but clearly links you to the official authority or provider for final confirmation and booking.
Verified guidance
Travel Entry Requirements for The Bahamas
Understand passport, visa and entry-document requirements before travelling to The Bahamas.
Verified guidance
Travelling to The Bahamas with Minors
Official guidance for unaccompanied minors, minors travelling with one parent, and minors travelling with non-parents.
Verified guidance
Visitor Visa for The Bahamas
Check whether you need a Bahamian visitor visa and how to apply.
How to use this handbook
Everything a visitor commonly needs
Before you arrive
Passport and visa rules, travelling with minors, customs guidance and official visitor FAQs.
Visit other islands
Domestic airlines, ferries, island-hopping guidance and official island destination information.
Getting around
Taxis, jitneys, rental cars, scooters, bicycles and golf carts, plus practical local transport guidance.
Book reputable operators
Use Ministry-verified tourism vendor resources before booking tours, excursions, taxis and other tourism services.
Health & safety
Emergency contacts, hurricane preparedness, official weather resources and where to get help.
Government help
Find government offices, courthouses, utilities and public agencies by island with contact details and directions.
More resources for The Bahamas