Basic Travel Requirements for Egyptians visiting
Bahamas
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Bahamian Visa.
- Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
- Correctly filled visa application form duly signed by the applicant.
- Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
- Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Travel itinerary.
Bahamas Visa for Egyptians
Facts about Bahamas
The Bahamas is a country which is located along the Atlantic Ocean. The country is made up of over 700 islands and 2400 cays, some of which are uninhabited while some others are packed with resorts. The Bahamas is known for its waterways which makes it an ideal destination for scuba diving, snorkeling, water sports, kayaking, deep-sea fishing, kiteboarding, and wild dolphin excursions. Nature lovers are not left out of the fun in the Bahamas as there are various nature walks which can be explored.
The tourism industry in the Bahamas plays an important role in the Bahamian economy. The industry is responsible for over 60% of the country’s GDP and responsible for the employment of over half of the country’s workforce. The Bahamas was visited by over 5.8 million visitors in 2012, and since then, the number of tourist visits has been on the rise.
Foreigners must declare currency of up to $10,000 of currency on entry and exit from the country. Tourists could be deported or imprisoned for the possession or trafficking of drugs.
Nationals of Antigua and Barbuda, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Switzerland, Turkey, the United Kingdom, and the United States can stay in The Bahamas for up to 8 months without a visa.
Ensure you pack your luggage and avoid people to carry things through Customs. All travelers to the Bahamas should be in possession of the photocopy of their passports and travel insurance.
Types of Bahamas Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 15 days | 90 days |
| Business visa | 15 days | 90 days |
General Requirements for Bahamas Visa
- Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
- Correctly filled visa application form duly signed by the applicant.
- Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
- Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Travel itinerary.
Bahamas Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is issued to foreigners who have the intention of visiting the Bahamas for the purpose of sightseeing, recreation, and relaxation purposes.
- Foreigners who have been invited to the country by their friends or relatives are eligible to apply for this visa.
- If you are visiting someone in the country, a letter of invitation from your host in the country is required. The letter must state the relationship between you and the host. Valid contact information of the host should be stated in the letter.
- Egyptians in the country are allowed to attend festivals and events that are of interest to them.
- A letter from the applicant’s employer in Egypt is required. The letter must be printed on the company’s letterhead and be signed by an authorized signatory in the company.
- If the applicant of this visa is a minor, the original copy of the minor’s birth certificate is required.
- Non-Egyptians should ensure they are in possession of their residence permit for Egypt.
- This visa does not allow you to engage in business activities.
- Receipt of payment of visa application fee is required.
Bahamas Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The Business Visa is issued to Egyptians who have the intention of traveling to the Bahamas to engage in business activities.
- During business meetings with your partners, you are allowed to negotiate and sign business contracts.
- Foreign nationals are allowed to attend trade fairs, conferences, and business seminars relating to their profession.
- An official letter of invitation from the inviting company in the Bahamas should be provided. The letter must be printed on the company’s letterhead and must state the nature of the business to be carried out.
- The letter should state who will bear the costs of the applicant’s expenses while in the country.
- A letter from the applicant’s Egypt should be provided. The letter must state the applicant’s job position, salary level, and the length of employment.
- Proof of previous business dealings between the applicant’s company and the host company in the Bahamas is required, if any.
- Holders of this visa cannot receive payments for the services they render during their time in the country.
- Receipt of paid visa application fee is required.
- You are required to leave the country on or before this visa expires.
Bahamas Visa Fees
Tourist visa
100.00 (USD)
Business visa
100.00 (USD)
Bahamas Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Egypt
Cairo
7, Ahmed Ragheb Street, Garden City, Cairo, Egypt.
information.cairo@fco.gov.uk
+2 (02) 2791 6000