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title: Bahamas visa for citizens of the United States
description: Citizens of the United States can visit the Bahamas without a visa for up to 240 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-08-16
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# Bahamas visa for citizens of the United States

Citizens of the United States can visit the Bahamas without a visa for up to 240 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 240 days
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure passport or passport card/enhanced driver's license is valid.
2. **Book travel and accommodation** — Arrange flights or sea travel and lodging.
3. **Arrive at port of entry** — Present passport and any requested documents to immigration officer.
4. **Receive entry stamp** — Officer will stamp passport and grant stay up to 90 days.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid U.S. passport** (Identity): Must be valid for the duration of stay.
- **Passport card or enhanced driver's license** (Identity, optional): Acceptable for sea travel only.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from The Bahamas.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter if staying with friends/family.
- **Sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): May be requested by immigration officer.

## Good to know

- Passport card or enhanced driver's license is only valid for sea travel, not air travel.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient funds or lack of onward ticket** — Carry proof of sufficient funds and a return/onward ticket.
- **Invalid travel document** — Use a valid U.S. passport for air travel; passport card only for sea.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the United States need a visa for the Bahamas?

Citizens of the United States can visit the Bahamas without a visa for up to 240 days.

### How long can citizens of the United States stay in the Bahamas?

Up to 240 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of the United States need for the Bahamas?

Valid U.S. passport; Return or onward ticket; Passport card or enhanced driver's license; Proof of accommodation; Sufficient funds.

## More

- [Bahamas visa for every passport](/visa/bahamas)
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