South Africa
Bahamas
Bahamas visa for South African citizens
Entry requirement
The Bahamas admits South African citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Bahamian citizens travelling to South Africa
BahamasSouth Africa Visa-free, 30 days South Africa visa for citizens of the Bahamas
Travel advice for the Bahamas
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
South African citizens planning a trip to the Bahamas can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long South African citizens can stay in the Bahamas
South African citizens may stay in the Bahamas for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to the Bahamas.
Bahamian citizens travelling to South Africa
South Africa admits Bahamian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days. The rule is the same in both directions between South Africa and the Bahamas.
Frequently asked questions
Do South African citizens need a visa for the Bahamas?
The Bahamas admits South African citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can South African citizens stay in the Bahamas?
South African citizens can stay in the Bahamas for up to 90 days.
Do Bahamian citizens need a visa for South Africa?
South Africa admits Bahamian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
Can South African citizens enter the Bahamas visa-free?
Yes, South African citizens can enter the Bahamas without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.