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Saudi Arabia to The Bahamas visa requirements

Saudi Arabia ordinary passport holders need a visa for The Bahamas and should apply online for the Bahamas Electronic Entry Visa (eVisa) before traveling. Saudi Arabia is on the Bahamas visa-required list and is not visa-exempt. A Saudi Arabia ordinary passport holder traveling to The Bahamas for tourism requires a visa. The Bahamas Immigration Department lists Saudi Arabia among nationalities that must obtain a Bahamian visa before entry, and Saudi nationals are not on the visa-exempt list. The correct channel is the Bahamas Electronic Entry Visa (eVisa / EEV), applied for online through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs eVISA portal (mofa.gov.bs). A single-entry visitor's visa costs USD 160 and is valid for 3 months with a single entry; multiple-entry visas (3, 6, or 12 months) cost USD 250. Standard processing is 7-10 business days from a complete submission, assuming all documents are in order and no interview is required. Applicants upload documents in PDF format and pay by credit/debit card. The passport must have at least 6 months of remaining validity. No visa-on-arrival or visa-free channel is available for Saudi ordinary passport holders, so the eVisa must be secured before departure.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (Electronic Entry Visa / EEV) - Visitor's Visa
Maximum stay
Up to 3 months per entry
per entry
Entries
Single entry (multiple-entry options available)
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 160 (single entry); USD 250 (multiple entry 3/6/12 months)
consular fee only
Processing time
7-10 business days from complete submission
standard track
Validity
3 months (single entry); 3, 6 or 12 months for multiple-entry visas
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need an eVisa
Saudi Arabia ordinary passport holders are on the Bahamas visa-required list and must obtain a Bahamas Electronic Entry Visa before travel. There is no visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel.
· Visa required· Apply before departure
/02
Gather required documents
Prepare a passport valid at least 6 months beyond travel, a recent passport-style photo (white background), round-trip flight itinerary, confirmed hotel/accommodation details, and supporting documents (bank reference, employment letter, police report) all less than 6 months old. Scan everything to PDF.
· PDF format· Documents under 6 months old
/03
Open the official eVISA portal
Go to the Bahamas Ministry of Foreign Affairs eVISA Online Services portal at mofa.gov.bs/evisa-online-services. Avoid third-party agents to prevent extra service fees.
· mofa.gov.bs· Official portal only
/04
Complete the online application
Select Saudi Arabia as nationality, choose visa type (single or multiple entry) and entry category, fill in personal and travel details, and upload your supporting documents in PDF.
· Single vs multiple entry· Upload PDFs
/05
Pay the visa fee
Pay the non-refundable fee by credit or debit card: USD 160 for a single-entry visitor's visa or USD 250 for a multiple-entry visa.
· USD 160 single· Non-refundable
/06
Await approval and travel
Allow 7-10 business days for processing. Once approved, print or save the eVisa and carry it with your passport and supporting documents for inspection on arrival.
· 7-10 business days· Carry printout
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Saudi Arabia -> The Bahamas · eVisa (Electronic Entry Visa / EEV) - Visitor's Visa
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredPassport valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted Bahamas eVISA online application
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photo, white background (PDF)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed round-trip flight itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredConfirmed hotel or accommodation booking
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredVisa fee paid by credit/debit card (USD 160 single entry)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedBank reference / proof of sufficient funds
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedEmployment letter or proof of legal status in home country
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredPolice report (less than 6 months old)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
situational
RecommendedPrinted eVisa approval to present on arrival
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesBahamas Immigration Department - Before Your Arrival (visa lists)Bahamas Ministry of Foreign Affairs - eVISA Online Services (official portal & fees)Bahamas Government - Visitor Visa: Applying for a
Application link included: Bahamas Immigration Department - Before Your Arrival (visa lists)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Single-entry visitor's eVisaUSD 160Valid 3 months, one entry; non-refundable
Multiple-entry eVisa (3, 6 or 12 months)USD 250Multiple entries; non-refundable
Sponsored visitor visa facilitationUSD 20Applies only where a sponsor facilitates the visa
Total estimateUSD 160 — USD 250incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVISA processing
7-10 business days
Official processing time from a complete submission when all documents are in order and no interview is required.
Buffer for interview/document review
2-4 weeks
Allow extra time if an interview is requested or supporting documents need clarification.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Saudi Arabia is on the Bahamas visa-required list
The Bahamas Immigration Department explicitly lists Saudi Arabia among nationalities that must obtain a Bahamian visa before entry.
High
/02
Not on the visa-exempt list
Saudi Arabia does not appear among the 100+ visa-exempt nationalities (USA, Canada, UK, EU, etc.), so no waiver applies.
High
/03
No visa-on-arrival channel
The Bahamas does not offer visa on arrival to Saudi ordinary passport holders; the eVisa must be obtained in advance.
Medium
/04
eVisa is the designated channel
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs operates an online eVISA portal that is the standard route for visa-required nationals.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
Saudi Arabia to Bahamas route verified
Confirmed via Bahamas Immigration Department and MOFA eVISA portal that Saudi Arabia ordinary passport holders require a Bahamas Electronic Entry Visa (eVisa); single-entry fee USD 160, processing 7-10 business days.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a Saudi citizen enter the Bahamas without a visa?—
No. Saudi Arabia is on the Bahamas visa-required list. A Saudi ordinary passport holder must obtain a Bahamas Electronic Entry Visa (eVisa) before traveling.
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