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What you can do on a visit to the Bahamas

On a Visitor, with the Trusted Traveller Programme for business. Tap any line to see the official source.

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Who it's for
Visitors; business visitors staying under 14 days

You can

Nothing confirmed by the source.

You can't

  • Paid work in the country

    Paid work needs a work permit.

    All persons not falling within the categories listed above must pay a Work Permit feeimmigration.gov.bs ↗

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  • Tourism and holidaysThe source doesn't say

    Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.

  • Visiting family or friendsThe source doesn't say

    Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.

  • Business meetingsWithin a limit

    Under 14 days, for senior managers, with the Trusted Traveller Programme; no gainful employment.

    attending business meetings, conducting researchimmigration.gov.bs ↗
  • Conferences and trade fairsWithin a limit

    Showcasing under the programme is fine; organisers running an event for profit need a work permit.

    to showcase at events, such as trade shows, conferencesimmigration.gov.bs ↗
  • Negotiating or signing contractsThe source doesn't say

    Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.

  • Remote work for an employer abroadThe source doesn't say

    Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.

  • Short study or coursesThe source doesn't say

    Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.

  • VolunteeringThe source doesn't say

    Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.

  • Medical treatmentThe source doesn't say

    Nothing on this in the official source read. Ask the embassy before you rely on it.

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Not legal advice. Short visits only. Rules change without notice and the border officer decides; confirm with the official source before you travel. Page built 2026-10-19.