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Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) to The Bahamas visa requirements

Q: Is there a visa on arrival for Taiwanese travellers?

No. The Bahamas does not offer visa on arrival to Taiwan passport holders. The eVisa must be approved before you depart.

Q: How much does the Bahamas eVisa cost for Taiwanese citizens?

USD 160 for a single-entry visa and USD 250 for a multiple-entry visa. A non-refundable card payment is required at application.

Q: How long does eVisa processing take?

Standard processing is 7-10 business days when the application is complete and no interview is required. Apply at least two to three weeks before travel.

Q: How long can I stay in the Bahamas on the eVisa?

The visitor eVisa allows a stay of up to 3 months; the exact length is granted by the immigration officer at the port of entry.

Q: Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to the Bahamas?

No. The Bahamas is in the Caribbean, not the Schengen area, so neither the Schengen short-stay rule nor ETIAS applies.

Taiwan ordinary passport holders need a visa to enter the Bahamas for tourism. Taiwan is not on the Bahamas visa-exempt list, so travellers must apply online for a Bahamas eVisa (Electronic Entry Visa) before departure. As of 2026, Taiwan (Republic of China) ordinary passport holders are NOT visa-exempt for the Bahamas and cannot obtain a visa on arrival. They must apply in advance for a Bahamas eVisa (Electronic Entry Visa, EEV) through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs online portal. The Self-Sponsored Visitor Visa is the appropriate category for independent tourists. A single-entry visa costs USD 160 and is valid for one entry within three months; a multiple-entry visa costs USD 250 (valid 3, 6, or 12 months). Standard processing is 7-10 business days. The passport must be valid for at least six months and have a blank page. On arrival, travellers present the passport used in the application plus the printed EEV; an immigration officer grants the actual length of stay (typically up to 3 months for visitors). The Bahamas is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.

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 / Self-Sponsored Visitor Visa)

Maximum stay

Up to 3 months (granted by immigration officer on arrival)

per entry

Entries

Single or multiple entry

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 160 (single entry) / USD 250 (multiple entry)

consular fee only

Processing time

7-10 business days

standard track

Validity

Single entry valid for one entry within 3 months; multiple entry valid 3, 6, or 12 months

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need an eVisa

Taiwan ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt for the Bahamas. Verify your trip purpose is tourism or visiting family/friends, which fits the Self-Sponsored Visitor Visa category.

· eVisa required· Tourism / visiting

/02

Prepare your documents

Gather a passport valid 6+ months with a blank page, a digital passport photo meeting specifications, proof of funds (bank reference), travel/accommodation details, and a return ticket.

· Passport 6 months· Digital photo

/03

Apply online via the MoFA eVISA portal

Complete the Electronic Entry Visa application at the Bahamas Ministry of Foreign Affairs eVISA portal, selecting Self-Sponsored Visitor Visa and single or multiple entry.

· mofa.gov.bs· Online only

/04

Pay the visa fee

Pay the non-refundable fee by Visa, MasterCard, or American Express: USD 160 single entry or USD 250 multiple entry.

· Card payment· Non-refundable

/05

Wait for processing and receive the EEV

Standard processing is 7-10 business days provided documents are complete and no interview is required. Download and print the approved Electronic Entry Visa.

· 7-10 business days· Print EEV

/06

Present documents on arrival

At the Bahamas port of entry, show the passport used in the application and the printed EEV; the immigration officer grants your authorised length of stay.

· Carry printed EEV· Officer grants stay

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) -> The Bahamas · eVisa (Electronic Entry Visa / Self-Sponsored Visitor Visa)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredTaiwan ordinary passport valid at least 6 months beyond entry

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least one blank passport page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredApproved and printed Bahamas eVisa (EEV)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredDigital passport-style photo meeting specifications

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredReturn or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host details)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RequiredProof of sufficient funds / bank reference

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RequiredCompleted online application form

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RequiredCredit/debit card (Visa, MasterCard, or Amex) for fee payment

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedPolice certificate / supporting documents if requested

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

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 Ministry of Foreign Affairs - eVISA Online Services Government of The Bahamas - Visitor Visa, Applying for a Wikipedia - Visa policy of the Bahamas

Application link included: Bahamas Ministry of Foreign Affairs - eVISA Online Services

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa - single entryUSD 160Self-Sponsored Visitor Visa, one entry within 3 months

eVisa - multiple entryUSD 250Valid 3, 6, or 12 months

Sponsored visitor facilitation feeUSD 20Only if applying as a sponsored visitor

Total estimateUSD 160 — USD 250incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing

7-10 business days

Standard online processing once a complete application and supporting documents are submitted; no interview required in most cases.

With additional review / interview

2-4 weeks

Longer if documents are incomplete, an interview is requested, or additional checks are needed.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Taiwan is not on the Bahamas visa-exempt list

The official Bahamas visa policy does not include Taiwan among visa-exempt nationalities, so an advance visa is mandatory.

High

/02

eVisa is the standard channel

The Bahamas offers an Electronic Entry Visa online for nationalities that require a visa, making it the route for Taiwan passport holders.

High

/03

No visa on arrival for Taiwan

The Bahamas does not grant visa on arrival to Taiwan passport holders; the eVisa must be approved before travel.

Medium

/04

Passport validity shortfall

Entry can be refused if the passport is not valid for at least six months at the time of entry.

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 · major

Taiwan to Bahamas route verified

Verified against the Bahamas Ministry of Foreign Affairs eVISA portal and the official visa policy: Taiwan ordinary passport holders require a Bahamas eVisa (USD 160 single / USD 250 multiple, 7-10 business day processing). Taiwan is not visa-exempt.

/09 — The questions