Travel requirements for The Bahamas
Everything a UK traveller needs to know before visiting The Bahamas — passport and visa rules, recommended vaccines with lead times, and whether you need an International Driving Permit.
Entry requirements for The Bahamas
Passport validity
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you arrive.
Visas
A ESTA may be required before travel — check the source link below for your specific circumstances.
Source: UK Foreign Travel Advice — The Bahamas. Always confirm the latest requirements before you travel.
Vaccines for travel to The Bahamas
Based on NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro guidance for UK travellers. Lead times assume protection is needed on the day you arrive.
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Tetanus / Diphtheria Recommended
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Dengue Consider
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2 weeks before travelHepatitis A Consider
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4 weeks before travelRabies (Pre-exposure) Consider
Driving in The Bahamas
To drive in The Bahamas with a UK driving licence, you may need an International Driving Permit (IDP) under the 1968 Vienna Convention.
- An IDP is typically needed for stays longer than 90 days.
IDPs are issued by PayPoint (no longer the Post Office) — find an issuing store.
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