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You need a visa for Bahamas if you have a Svalbard and Jan Mayen passport

These visas exist for Bahamas, but they cannot be applied for online with Svalbard and Jan Mayen nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Travelling to Bahamas Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Svalbard and Jan Mayen citizens need a visa for Bahamas. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Bahamas may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

  • Passport valid 6+ months beyond departure date
  • Passport photo 2x2 inches, white background
  • Hotel booking or accommodation confirmation
  • Return flight ticket or onward travel itinerary
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
  • Completed Bahamas Health Travel Visa form

Entry requirements for Svalbard and Jan Mayen travellers

These rules apply specifically to Svalbard and Jan Mayen passport holders entering Bahamas as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

  • Required

    Mandatory customs C17 declaration form for Bahamian residents and citizens

    Bahamian residents and citizens must complete a customs declaration form before arrival in Bahamas.

    • Travelers above the age of 13 must have their own accounts to make the declaration. Children under the age of 13 can be added to the account of their parent or legal guardian.
    Bahamas Customs and Excise Department Last checked 2026-07-15
  • May be required

    Quarantine required for travelers recently in DR Congo, Uganda or South Sudan

    Travelers who have been in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan within the 21 days before arrival in Bahamas may be subject to quarantine or isolation measures following public health assessment upon arrival. Bahamian nationals who have been present in these countries within 21 days before arrival should re-enter Bahamas through Lynden Pindling International Airport in Nassau and may be required to undergo isolation or quarantine. Foreign nationals who have been present in these countries within 30 days before arrival may also be subject to possible quarantine or isolation measures. The measure was announced on May 26, 2026, as a precaution against Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease.

    Bahamas Ministry of Foreign Affairs Last checked 2026-07-15
  • Not required

    Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Bahamas

    Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Bahamas.

    Last checked 2026-07-15
  • Not required

    Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required

    Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Bahamas.

    Last checked 2026-07-15

A look at Bahamas

  • Colorful colonial buildings along the waterfront in Nassau, Bahamas with cruise ships in the harbor
    Nassau — The vibrant capital city and gateway to the Bahamas
  • Aerial view of the stunning Exuma Cays showing crystal clear turquoise waters and white sand banks
    The Exumas — Famous for swimming pigs and pristine waters
  • The famous pink sand beach of Harbour Island with gentle waves and clear shallow waters
    Harbour Island — Home to the world-famous pink sand beaches
  • Tropical paradise beach scene with overwater bungalows and crystal clear water in the Bahamas
    Experience world-class beaches and luxury resorts throughout the islands

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