Bahamian visa for British citizens
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For British citizens to enter Bahamas for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 8 months |
| Evisa | Bahamas e-visa for British citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bahamas visa on arrival for British citizens | Not Available | |
Bahamas tourist visa requirements:
- Holding British passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Bahamas.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Bahamas.
If you are looking for Bahamas visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from United Kingdom, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bahamas nearest your place of residence.
- London: The High Commission of Bahamas in London, United Kingdom (Working hours: Close now)
Bahamas visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bahamas diplomatic mission offices to United Kingdom for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Kingdom traveling to Bahamas from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Kingdom) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 28,302 | N/A |
| 2009 | 28,582 | 0.99% |
| 2010 | 29,423 | 2.94% |
| 2011 | 29,423 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | 28,582 | -2.86% |
| 2013 | 24,006 | -16.01% |
| 2014 | 23,831 | -0.73% |
| 2015 | 28,022 | 17.59% |
| 2016 | 29,142 | 4.00% |
| 2017 | 29,142 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 27,741 | -4.81% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Bahamas & United Kingdom comparison
Bahamas's area is approximately 10,010 km2 (3,864 sq mi), while the area of United Kingdom is approximately 241,930 km2 (93,409 sq mi). This means United Kingdom is 24.17 times bigger than Bahamas.
As of October 2025, Bahamas's population is ~412316 people - 69,272,674 fewer people than the population of United Kingdom.
We have highlighted Bahamas & United Kingdom’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bahamas | United Kingdom | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 412,316 | 69,684,990 | 69.3 million fewer people live in Bahamas than United Kingdom |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 48 | 222 | Bahamas has 174 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Kingdom. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 122 | 139 | Bahamas passport holders visit 17 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 35 | 348 | Bahamian hosts 313 fewer foreign missions than United Kingdom. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Kingdom travel to Bahamas in one year?
The number of visitors from United Kingdom visiting Bahamas in 2018 was approximately 27,741.
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| Wind | 4.02 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 13:50 PM | |
Useful Information
- Nassau to London: 7994.29 km (4967.42 mi)
- Travel time: 16 hours 39 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025