Caribbean
Bahamas immigration and visa guide
The Bahamas provides the Bahamas Extended Access Travel Stay (BEATS) 1-year remote work permit, Annual Residence permits, and permanent residency for real estate investors with 0% personal tax.
Department of Immigration Bahamas & BEATS Portal
- Processing time
- 5 – 10 business days
- Passport validity
- 6+ months
- Points-based system
- No
- Digital nomad friendly
- Yes
Visa options in Bahamas
Key requirements
- Proof of valid employment or self-employment outside the Commonwealth of The Bahamas
- Proof of financial independence and remote income sufficiency
- Clean criminal record check and valid international medical insurance policy
How to apply for a Bahamas visa: step by step
- 1
BEATS Digital Portal Application
Submit electronic application on beats.bahamas.com with employment verification letter and passport.
5 business days
- 2
Electronic Travel Authorization (BEATS QR)
Receive approval email and download official digital QR code travel certificate.
1 - 2 business days
- 3
Nassau Entry & Permit Activation
Arrive in Nassau, Freeport, or Out Islands with electronic BEATS permit stamped into passport.
Immediate upon landing
Official government links
Frequently asked questions
Does The Bahamas levy personal or corporate income tax?
No. The Bahamas levies no personal income tax, no corporate tax, no capital gains tax, and no inheritance tax.
Find a licensed adviser
For advice on your own case, use a licensed immigration lawyer or adviser. Always check they are registered before you pay anyone. Imiatlas does not refer or review cases.
Look for a lawyer registered with the national bar association or law society in Bahamas. The official immigration website explains any rules on who may represent applicants.
Department of Immigration Bahamas & BEATS PortalGeneral information to help you research, not legal advice. Rules change often: always confirm with Department of Immigration Bahamas & BEATS Portal on the official website before applying.