Bahamas Immigration Card: You need one copy of the Bahamas Immigration Card for every person on your boat. This form is also available online, and you can complete it before or upon arrival. You'll need to provide arrival and departure times for yourself and any crew members in addition to boat identification.

Clearing Customs in the Bahamas has become more digital and streamlined in 2026. All visitors are required to make a baggage declaration upon arrival. If you are only carrying used personal belongings, an oral declaration to the customs officer is usually sufficient. However, if you are bringing in new items, gifts, or goods for business, you must complete a Baggage Declaration (C17) form via the "Exempt App" before you land. Each visitor is entitled to a $100 duty-free exemption on dutiable articles; anything above this value is subject to a flat duty rate (usually around 35%) and 10% VAT. You are also allowed to bring in 1 quart of spirits, 1 quart of wine, and 200 cigarettes duty-free. For those arriving by private boat, the new "Frequent Digital Cruising Card" (FDCC) system allows for faster clearance. After you pass through Immigration and collect your luggage, you will hand your customs form (or show your app QR code) to the officer in the Green (Nothing to Declare) or Red (Goods to Declare) channel. Always keep your receipts for expensive items to ensure a fast and hassle-free processing experience.