Visa to Bahamas

Visa to Bahamas

The fabulous Bahamas are among those “right” countries for tourists that in every possible way lure guests to their paradise and, as one can logically assume, accept travelers without any visa formalities. Moreover, Russian citizens can stay on the islands for as long as 90 days, and if desires and opportunities coincide, then even longer, however, you will need to apply for a visa to the Bahamas at British consular offices. If a three-month period in paradise is enough for you – take your passport and go! According to petwithsupplies, Nassau is one of the largest cities in Bahamas.

Entry into the country

Citizens of Russia do not need a visa to visit the Bahamas if the period of stay does not exceed 90 days. This rule does not apply in case of travel for the purpose of employment.

At the border you will need to present:

  • a passport valid at the time of entry into the country;
  • round-trip air tickets or to a third country (yacht passengers must present an extract from the ship’s list, and cruise ship passengers – ship tickets);
  • proof of sufficient funds to stay in the country.

Do not forget to take out medical insurance for the entire duration of the trip. Although the policy is not asked when entering the country, it is at least unreasonable to travel without it.

If your stay in the Bahamas exceeds 90 days, you must obtain a visa in advance. Documents for a visa must be submitted to the British Visa Application Centres.

Documents for a visa to the Bahamas

Required documents for obtaining a tourist visa:

  1. Questionnaire

It is necessary to fill out a questionnaire (strictly in English) online at www.visa4uk.fco.gov.uk. The completed application form must be printed and a photo attached to it.

  1. A photo

One color photo 3.5×4.5 cm (strictly rectangle – no oval or “corner”) taken within the last 6 months.

  1. international passport

With a validity period of at least 6 months and at least one blank sheet (2 pages).

  1. Help from the place of work

Certificate of employment with the prescribed position and salary.

  1. Additionally

It is advisable to provide copies of property documents (for an apartment, car, cottage, etc.) – they must be submitted along with a translation into English.

  1. Bank statement

The extract must be fresh, not older than 6 months;

  1. children

You will need a copy of the birth certificate and a certificate from the place of study. If the child travels without parents, then a certificate from the place of work of one of them is required indicating the position, monthly (or annual) income and the date of registration for this position, as well as a power of attorney to leave from both parents. If the child travels with one of the parents, a power of attorney to travel from the other parent is required. Certificates from parents, about birth and from the place of study must also be accompanied by an English translation.

  1. sponsorship letter

Pensioners and students need a sponsorship letter and a certificate from the sponsor’s place of work (with translation).

If your stay in the Bahamas exceeds 90 days, you must obtain a visa in advance.

The processing time for a visa is usually 15 business days.

Consular fee – 83 $

Additionally, a fee of 116 USD may be charged if the applicant’s documents are sent directly to the country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Since February 13, 2012, the UK has introduced an online payment system for all visa fees. According to the system, the visa fee must be paid in advance via the Internet. Payment is made in US dollars, and a plastic card (VISA or MasterCard) is the only means of payment.

Visa to Bahamas