

passport when traveling to The Bahamas, as well as proof of anticipated departure from The Bahamas. citizens are generally required to present a valid U.S. Visit the Bahamas Immigration website for the most current visa information. Please visit the Embassy's COVID-19 page for more information on entry/ exit requirements related to COVID-19 in The Bahamas.

Be aware of weather and water conditions and heed local warnings. Keep within your fitness and swimming capabilities. Never swim alone, regardless of your age or level of swimming skills. government personnel are not permitted to use independently operated jet-ski rentals on New Providence and Paradise Islands.

Watercraft may be poorly maintained and some operators may not have safety certifications. Be vigilant when staying at short-term vacation rental properties where private security companies do not have a presence.Īctivities involving commercial recreational watercraft, including water tours, are not consistently regulated. Violent crime, such as burglaries, armed robberies, and sexual assaults, occur in both tourist and non-tourist areas. In Nassau, practice increased vigilance in the “Over the Hill” area (south of Shirley Street) where gang-on-gang violence has resulted in a high homicide rate primarily affecting the local population. Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information.Įxercise increased caution in The Bahamas due to crime.Ĭountry Summary: The majority of crime occurs on New Providence (Nassau) and Grand Bahama (Freeport) islands.
