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- Capital
- Nassau (NAS)
- Dialing Code
- + 1 242
- Time Zone
- UTC / GMT -5
- Daylight Savings Time
- Second Monday of March - first Sunday of November: UTC / GMT -4
- Language
- English
- Best Time to Go
- August - September
- Currency
- Bahamian Dollar (BSD)
Travel Tips
- The watersports industry is poorly regulated, and travellers should only hire equipment from reputable operators and ensure that they receive proper training
- Water in hotels and towns is safe to drink, although bottled water is available and recommended
Last updated 28 September 2026
Visa Guide
Public Holidays
2026
January: 1, 10, 12
April: 3, 6, 25
June: 5
July: 10
August: 3
October: 12
December: 25 - 26
Visa Requirements
Visas are not required by SA passport holders for trips of less than 3 months
A multiple entry visa for the USA is compulsory if travelling to the Bahamas via the USA
Entry Requirements
- Ensure passport is valid for a minimum of 6 months from date of entry
- Return, or onward journey ticket
- Hotel confirmation (if staying at a hotel, or name and address of residence)
- Proof of funds to support your visit
Refer to The Bahamas Department of Immigration for further details: www.immigration.gov.bs
Health / Vaccinations
Compulsory:
Yellow Fever (Dependant on Country of Origin/Stopover)
Recommended Travel Vaccines:
Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, Tetanus, Polio
South African Representative Abroad
Representation accredited from Kingston, Jamaica
South African Consulate in Nasau:
Albany Financial Center, South Ocean Boulevard, Nassau
Telephone: +1 242 327 1400
Email: nassau@saconsulate.org
Website: saconsulate.org