Planning your Bahamas trip from Ghana? Know your visa requirements first.
The Bahamas, with its sun-soaked beaches and crystal-clear waters, offers a variety of visa options tailored to your travel plans. If you are a Ghanaian citizen or reside in Ghana, determining if you need a visa and the right type for your trip is essential.
Continue reading to get all the details on whether a Bahamian visa is necessary for your journey and what you should do next.
Do I need a visa for the Bahamas from Ghana?
Ghanaian nationals now enjoy visa-free travel to the Bahamas (and vice-versa).
Following a visa waiver agreement signed in January 2024, travelers from Ghana to the Bahamas do not need a visa for entry. This applies to diplomatic, official, or ordinary passport holders.
Visitors can stay in the Bahamas for up to three months without a visa. Those looking to extend their visit would need to send a request via email to the immigration authorities. Please visit the Department of Immigration website for more information.
If you're a foreign national currently residing in Ghana, you can apply for a Bahamas Visa online.
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How to apply for a Bahamas Visa from Ghana with us
For foreign nationals in Ghana, we provide an easy-to-use platform for applying for a Bahamas Visa. Our service is designed to make your visa application process simple and efficient.
Here’s how to do it:
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Step 1: Enter your personal and travel details on our website or via the iVisa app.
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Step 2: Verify that all the information you've provided is accurate. Pay the fees with a credit or debit card, PayPal, or Venmo.
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Step 3: Complete the rest of the application form, upload the required documents, and submit it.
We'll then review your application for accuracy and completeness. Once your visa is approved, you'll receive a notification via email. It’s advisable to print it and keep a digital copy on your mobile device before your trip to the Bahamas.
Is there a Bahamian embassy in Ghana?
If you require consular assistance with Bahamian visas, the AfriBahamas Trade Mission Office in Accra will be of great help.
Address: Ashaley Botwe, Accra, Ghana
Phone: +233 55 484 0192
And if you're outside Ghana or need Bahamian consular services from a different country, our Embassies Finder tool can direct you to the nearest Bahamian embassy or consulate, no matter where you are in the world.
If you have questions about applying for a Bahamas Visa, you can get in touch with our customer support team. Contact them any time via WhatsApp or through the iVisa chat.