Americas
Bahamas
- Capital
- Nassau
- Population
- 403,033
- Currency
- Bahamian Dollar (BSD)
- Calling code
- +1-242
- Languages
- English
- 12missions
- 6embassies
- 2consulates
- 4honorary consulates
Bahamas
Embassies and consulates in the Bahamas
embassies in Nassau
Diplomatic missions from 10 countries are based in the Bahamas, 12 missions in all (6 embassies, 2 consulates and 4 honorary consulates). All 6 embassies are in the capital, Nassau.
Map
All missions in the Bahamas
By country
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Brazil 1 embassy1 -
Canada 1 consulate · 1 honorary consulate2 -
China 1 embassy · 1 consulate2 -
Cuba 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 honorary consulate1 -
Haiti 1 embassy1 -
Ireland 1 honorary consulate1 -
Italy 1 honorary consulate1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy1
Visa rules for the Bahamas
Bahamas visa guide · 7 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 122 can enter visa-free and 76 need an e-Visa for the Bahamas.
Visa statistics
US visas issued to citizens of the Bahamas
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 15,001 | 16,499 |
| Student (F, M) | 1,176 | 966 |
| Exchange (J) | 93 | 51 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 306 | 280 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 163 | 119 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 179 | 159 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 16 | 6 |
| Total | 16,934 | 18,080 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 12.8% | 14.5% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 18,080 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of the Bahamas, the 60th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 91%, student visas 5%. That is 7% more than in fiscal year 2024 (16,934).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of the Bahamas received 7,963, 22% more than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 14.5% for citizens of the Bahamas in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 12.8%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
The Bahamas’ own missions abroad
The Bahamas’ embassies abroad (22)
In the other direction, the Bahamas runs 22 missions in 16 countries. Its largest networks are in the United States (5), Canada (2) and Jamaica (2).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in the Bahamas
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Christmas Day
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St. Stephen's Day
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New Year's Day
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Majority Rule Day
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 6 embassies are in the capital, Nassau. Canada has the most missions in the Bahamas, 2, followed by China (2).
Travel advice for the Bahamas
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to the Bahamas: the US State Department rates the Bahamas at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 27 July 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to the Bahamas (updated 28 May 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for the Bahamas (updated 13 October 2026).
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in the Bahamas?
Canada, with 2 missions, followed by China (2).
Do I need a visa for the Bahamas?
Of 198 passports, 122 can enter visa-free and 76 need an e-Visa for the Bahamas; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in the Bahamas closed?
On the Bahamas’ public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.