New Zealand visa for Bahamian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Bahamian passport holders visiting New Zealand for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Bahamian citizens to enter New Zealand for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | New Zealand e-visa for Bahamian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | New Zealand visa on arrival for Bahamian citizens | Not Available | |
New Zealand tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Bahamian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in New Zealand.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from New Zealand.
If you are looking for New Zealand visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Bahamas, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of New Zealand nearest your place of residence.
- Atlanta: The Embassy of in Atlanta, ~ 1181.17 kilometers (733.95 mi) away from Nassau, Bahamas. (Working hours: Close now).
- Washington: The Embassy of in Washington, ~ 1544.22 kilometers (959.53 mi) away from Nassau, Bahamas. (Working hours: Close now).
New Zealand visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest New Zealand diplomatic mission offices to Bahamas for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Bahamas traveling to New Zealand from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Bahamas) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 237 | N/A |
| 2009 | 237 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 244 | 2.95% |
| 2011 | 251 | 2.87% |
| 2012 | 247 | -1.59% |
| 2013 | 263 | 6.48% |
| 2014 | 277 | 5.32% |
| 2015 | 304 | 9.75% |
| 2016 | 337 | 10.86% |
| 2017 | 356 | 5.64% |
| 2018 | 369 | 3.65% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
New Zealand & Bahamas comparison
New Zealand's area is approximately 263,310 km2 (101,664 sq mi), while the area of Bahamas is approximately 10,010 km2 (3,864 sq mi). This means Bahamas is 26.30 times smaller than New Zealand.
As of November 2025, New Zealand's population is ~5.0 million people - 4,607,628 more people than the population of Bahamas.
We have highlighted New Zealand & Bahamas’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| New Zealand | Bahamas | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,019,944 | 412,316 | 4.6 million more people live in New Zealand than Bahamas |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 72 | 48 | New Zealand has 24 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Bahamas. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 135 | 122 | New Zealand passport holders can visit 13 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 115 | 35 | New Zealand hosts 80 more foreign missions than Bahamas. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Bahamas travel to New Zealand in one year?
The number of visitors from Bahamas visiting New Zealand in 2018 was approximately 369.
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- Wellington to Nassau: 26075.61 km (16202.63 mi)
- Travel time: 54 hours 19 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025