Bahamas digital nomad visa (2026)

Who can apply

Nationals who need a travel permit or visa for The Bahamas must obtain it in addition to the BEATS permit.

• Remote professional with a current employer or own business abroad
• Health insurance for the applicant and all dependents
• Valid passport

Income requirement

You need to show at least No minimum income set. Professionals provide a job letter or proof of self-employment; no income threshold is published.

Documents you need

• Valid passport
• Proof of medical insurance for all applicants
• Job letter from the current employer or proof of self-employment

How to apply, step by step

1. Apply online through the Bahamas immigration portal
2. Pay the US$25 application fee
3. After approval, pay the permit fee

Cost and processing time

The fee is uS$25 application and US$1,000 permit per applicant; US$25 and US$500 per dependent. Processing takes about 5 days. Budget extra for translations, certified copies and health insurance.

Tax

Official pages do not address tax. Tax residency usually starts after 183 days, so check with a tax adviser.

Good to know

• There is no minimum length of stay
• A reduced fee applies to students studying remotely

Visiting first?

122 passports can enter the Bahamas visa-free for a short stay, a common way to try the country before applying. Check Bahamas visa requirements for your passport.

Official source

The Bahamas Extended Access Travel Stay (BEATS)

Not yet confirmed on an official source: whether the programme is still open, tax. Check these with the consulate before you apply.