Bahamas
Germany
Germany visa for Bahamian citizens
Entry requirement
Bahamian citizens do not need a visa for Germany: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
German citizens travelling to the Bahamas
GermanyBahamas Visa-free, 90 days Bahamas visa for citizens of Germany
Travel advice for Germany
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Bahamian citizens planning a trip to Germany can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates Germany at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 12 May 2025) and the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Germany (updated 11 August 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Bahamian citizens can stay in Germany
Bahamian citizens may stay in Germany for up to 90 days. Days in Germany count towards the Schengen limit of 90 days in any 180-day period across all member states.
Germany and the Schengen area
Visa-free stays of Bahamian citizens in Germany count towards the Schengen limit of 90 days in any 180-day period, shared with every other member state.
Germany’s neighbours for Bahamian citizens
Switzerland, Poland, the Netherlands, Denmark, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Luxembourg, France and Austria admit Bahamian citizens visa-free.
German citizens travelling to the Bahamas
German citizens do not need a visa for the Bahamas: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between the Bahamas and Germany.
Frequently asked questions
Do Bahamian citizens need a visa for Germany?
Bahamian citizens do not need a visa for Germany: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Bahamian citizens stay in Germany?
Bahamian citizens can stay in Germany for up to 90 days, within the Schengen limit of 90 days in any 180.
Do German citizens need a visa for the Bahamas?
German citizens do not need a visa for the Bahamas: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Can Bahamian citizens enter Germany visa-free?
Yes, Bahamian citizens can enter Germany without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.