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Bahamas Visa for Canada Citizens 2026

Visa Free

Canadian citizens can enter the Bahamas visa-free for stays of up to 240 days (8 months) per visit.

Guide last updated September 28, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for the duration of your stay in the Bahamas
  • No visa application form needed for visa-free entry
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay may be requested
  • Proof of accommodation and a return or onward ticket
  • No photo required for entry
  • Biometrics: not required for entry
  • Travel health insurance: not mandatory but recommended, as local medical care can be costly

Visa types

  • No visa required for tourism, business, or transit stays up to 240 days
  • Longer stays or those seeking residency must apply for a permit through the Bahamas Department of Immigration before the visa-free period expires

Entry conditions

  • Canadians may stay up to 240 days (about 8 months) per visit without a visa
  • Working is not permitted on the visa-free entry status
  • Immigration officers may ask to see your return ticket and proof of funds on arrival
  • Extensions beyond 240 days require an application to the Department of Immigration in Nassau before the current permission expires

Fees & processing time

  • No visa fee for visa-free entry
  • No service fee, since no application is required in advance
  • Total cost estimate: USD 0 for entry, aside from any departure tax included in your airfare
  • Processing time: none, cleared at passport control on arrival
  • Express/priority option: not applicable

Tips for Canada travelers

  • Carry proof of onward or return travel, as airlines may check before boarding
  • Keep your passport valid well beyond your planned stay to avoid any border issues
  • A departure tax is typically included in airline ticket prices, so no extra cash is needed at the airport
  • Extension requests should be made in person at the Department of Immigration well before your 240 days lapse
  • Confirm current entry requirements with the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism site before travel, as durations are occasionally updated

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.