Bahama’s: wat je moet weten voor vertrek
Het belangrijkste
- Do not bring firearms, ammunition or cannabis/CBD; accidental possession can still lead to detention.
- A Digital Arrival Card pilot began in May 2026 on selected flights. Follow airline and immigration instructions; do not assume a universal digital requirement.
Inreis en visa
Bring a passport, onward or return ticket, accommodation details and funds. British tourists are usually admitted visa-free for 30 days, with extensions possible. Requirements differ by passport and residence; check the Bahamian High Commission. Complete the immigration card; selected flights participate in a digital pilot alongside paper processing.
Geldigheid paspoort: Bahamian High Commission London asks for 6 months beyond departure; check the requirement for your passport.
Aan de grens kan worden gevraagd naar
- Keep the immigration card portion required for departure.
Douane
- Declare restricted or dutiable items.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: gov.uk ↗, bahamashclondon.net ↗, bahamas.com ↗, travel.state.gov ↗
Geld
Contant en pinnen zijn allebei gangbaar. Kaarten worden bijna overal geaccepteerd.
Apple Pay — geen gegevens · Google Pay — geen gegevens
- US and Bahamian dollars circulate at equal value.
- Carry cash for the Out Islands; card acceptance is less predictable there.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: travel.state.gov ↗, bahamas.com ↗
Regels en verboden
Verboden
- Unauthorised firearms and ammunition
- Cannabis and CBD products
Wetten die reizigers onbewust overtreden
- Drug offences carry severe penalties.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: travel.state.gov ↗, gov.uk ↗
Cultuur en kleding
Religie: Cover beachwear when visiting churches.
Kleding: Cover swimsuits away from the beach; some evening venues have a smarter dress code.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: bahamas.com ↗
Klimaat
Atlantic hurricane season runs June-November; follow local forecasts and evacuation instructions.
Per maand
- januari: Jan: outside official hurricane season; storms still possible
- februari: Feb: outside official hurricane season; storms still possible
- maart: Mar: outside official hurricane season; storms still possible
- april: Apr: outside official hurricane season; storms still possible
- mei: May: outside official hurricane season; storms still possible
- juni: Jun: official hurricane season; monitor forecasts
- juli: Jul: official hurricane season; monitor forecasts
- augustus: Aug: official hurricane season; monitor forecasts
- september: Sep: official hurricane season; monitor forecasts
- oktober: Oct: official hurricane season; monitor forecasts
- november: Nov: official hurricane season; monitor forecasts
- december: Dec: outside official hurricane season; storms still possible
Beste seizoen: December-May avoids the official hurricane season; check local rainfall and forecasts.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: gov.uk ↗
Wat mee te nemen
- Travel documents and insurance details
- Medicines in original packaging
- A backup payment method
Niet meenemen / invoer verboden
- Carrying packages for strangers
Praktisch
Stopcontacten: Nassau/Paradise Island: North American outlets, 120 V, 60 Hz
Water: Nassau/Paradise Island tourism guidance says tap water is drinkable; check local notices on other islands.
Verkeer: links rijden
Noodnummers: 911 or 919 police/ambulance
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: nassauparadiseisland.com ↗, gov.uk ↗, travel.state.gov ↗
Inreisregels veranderen. Controleer vóór de reis de website van de ambassade of immigratiedienst van het land.