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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.
- 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 fee
immigration.gov.bs ↗
Check first
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 research
immigration.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, conferences
immigration.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.
Official sources (1)
- Trusted Traveller Programme (Bahamas Department of Immigration). Checked 17 October 2026.
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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.