Bahamas travel restrictions & quarantine rules

For entry into Bahamas

International travel to the Bahamas is permitted. There are currently no requirements in place, such as quarantine or health testing.
For more details Ministry of Tourism, The Bahamas

Government measures

Although restrictions are gradually lifting, preventative health measures such as frequent hand washing and social distancing are encouraged to combat further outbreaks. Information related to the COVID-19 response in different islands of the Bahamas can be found at https://www.bahamas.com/travelupdates#freeport

Use of masks

Face masks are required in enclosed environments and on public transportation.

Public transport

Public transportation is operating as usual.

Restaurants

Restaurants are open with reduced capacity and indoor dining may only be allowed for vaccinated customers or those with proof of a negative rapid antigen test, depending on the island visited.

Bars

Bars are open with reduced capacity and indoor seating may only be allowed for vaccinated customers or those with proof of a negative rapid antigen test, depending on the island visited.

Nightclubs

Nightclubs are open with reduced capacity and indoor seating may only be allowed for vaccinated customers or those with proof of a negative rapid antigen test, depending on the island visited.

Shops

Shops are open with adapted safety measures in place, such as the use of hand sanitizer and social distancing.

On return

Vaccination required

Travelers are required to present a valid international certificate for full vaccination against COVID-19 with the use of an approved vaccine.
The final dose must have been administered at least 14 days before departure. Certificates must be in English or in Chinese.
Those who have recently recovered from COVID-19 and received one dose of vaccination, at least 14 days before departure, are also considered fully vaccinated.
There are exemptions for non-vaccinated citizens and residents.
Full details can be found at https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/inbound-travel.html

Test/medical certificate required

Proof of a negative rapid antigen test, taken within the previous 24 hours, must be provided on departure.
Test certificates must be in English or Chinese.

Testing on arrival

A nucleic acid test will be administered upon arrival and apart from the transfer from the airport, proof of a negative test result is required to leave the place of residence.

Additional test requirements

Daily rapid antigen testing is required for the first 5 days after arrival. Additionally, travelers must undergo a PCR test on day 2.
Daily antigen results can be reported via the 'Electronic COVID-19 monitoring & surveillance system' (eCMSS). Instructions can be found at https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/pdf/eCMSSLogin.pdf

The following measures are in place throughout The Bahamas:
Face masks must be worn in many public spaces and entry into supermarkets, pharmacies and businesses
Face masks or coverings must cover your nose and mouth; face mask must also be visible and easily identifiable
Social gatherings are subject to restrictions
Socially distancing is set at 3ft apart. You may be required to stand or sit in a designated area according to the social distancing measures in place in a particular location
Hand washing and/or hand sanitizing is often required upon entry into public buildings and private establishments. A security guard may ask you to wash your hands or they may spray your hands with a disinfectant