Grand Bahama

What to wear in Grand Bahama

Dress style throughout the islands is casual. The finer restaurants may require jacket and tie, especially during the high season. Bahamians are easy-going, yet dignified people so, accordingly, bathing suits and scanty clothing should remain on the beach and not be worn in shopping areas or most restaurants. In the Out Islands, clothing custom is even more casual.

Spoken language in Grand Bahama

English, in the engaging dialect of Bahamianese. Listen closely and you will note British, Irish, and African influences. Don't hesitate to ask if you need a bit of translation!.

Electricity in Grand Bahama

Electricity is, normally, 120 volts, 60 cycles, AC. American appliances are fully compatible.

Customs information for Grand Bahama visitors

We strongly advise that you confirm the following information and regard this only as a basic guide.

Entry

US citizens staying for 8 months or less need one of the following a) passport, b) certified copy of their US birth certificate and a government-issued picture ID, or c) naturalization papers and a picture ID. US residents need their residency card (green card) and a passport from their home country.

Bahamas Customs

Each adult visitor over 21 years old is allowed to bring 50 cigars, 200 cigarettes, or 1 pound of tobacco; 1 quart of spirits; and personal items. You will be given an immigration card to complete and sign; keep the carbon copy to turn in at departure. Minors under the age of 16 traveling alone or with only one parent/adult guardian must present a notarized consent form from the absent parent(s). If the child's circumstance is not covered by this requirement, check directly with a Bahamian consulate for instructions.

US Customs

Upon return to the US, visitors may bring in $600 worth of merchandise without paying duty. The next $1,000 worth of merchandise is charged at 10%. Gifts of up to $50 may be sent home duty free. One quart of alcoholic beverage may be brought in duty free, as well as five cartons of cigarettes. Conveniently, US Customs is pre-cleared out of Nassau/Paradise Island and Grand Bahama.

Departure Tax

A $15 departure tax will be charged when exiting the country.

US Embassy

Queen Street, PO Box N-8197, Nassau, Bahamas, phone 242-322-4753,.

Advising for Grand Bahama visitors

We strongly advise that you confirm the following information and regard this only as a basic guide.

Gambling/Drinking

Minimum age of 18 required.

Sunburn and Heatstroke

The tropical sun can be quite harsh, especially in summer, so wear plenty of sunblock and a hat.