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title: Bahamas visa for citizens of Vanuatu
description: Citizens of Vanuatu can visit the Bahamas without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Bahamas visa for citizens of Vanuatu

Citizens of Vanuatu can visit the Bahamas without a visa for up to 90 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free entry · Tourist (up to 90 days, renewable)
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Prepare travel documents** — Ensure your passport has at least 6 months validity and a blank page for the entry stamp.
2. **Book onward/return travel and accommodation** — Have printed or digital copies of your departure ticket and hotel reservation ready.
3. **Carry proof of financial means** — Bring bank statements, credit card, or cash to satisfy immigration officers if asked.
4. **Arrive at a Bahamian port of entry** — Present your passport and supporting documents to an immigration officer.
5. **Receive entry stamp and visa-free period** — Officer will grant up to 90 days; request extensions at the Department of Immigration if needed.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity from arrival date)** (Travel): Must have at least one blank page.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from The Bahamas.
- **Proof of accommodation (hotel booking, invitation, etc.)** (Travel, optional): May be requested by immigration officer.
- **Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, travelers cheques, or cash)** (Financial): Amount varies; often USD 100 per day of stay or equivalent.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** USD 100 per day of stay or equivalent
- Personal bank statements (last 3 months)
- Travelers cheques
- Credit card with sufficient limit
- Cash

Immigration officers may request evidence of funds at their discretion.

## Good to know

- Visa-free stay does not permit employment or studying without prior authorization.
- Overstaying may result in fines, detention, and future entry bans.
- Entry is at the discretion of Bahamian immigration authorities.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Renew your passport before travel.
- **Inadmissible due to criminal record or previous overstay** — Check eligibility or obtain a visa if unsure.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Vanuatu need a visa for the Bahamas?

Citizens of Vanuatu can visit the Bahamas without a visa for up to 90 days. Visa type: Visa-free entry · Tourist (up to 90 days, renewable).

### How long can citizens of Vanuatu stay in the Bahamas?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Vanuatu need for the Bahamas?

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity from arrival date); Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, travelers cheques, or cash); Proof of accommodation (hotel booking, invitation, etc.).

### How long must my passport be valid for the Bahamas?

At least 6 months.

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