Bahamas digital nomad visa
The Bahamas' BEATS program puts you on 700 islands of turquoise water within a short hop of the US east coast. There's no fixed income minimum — just proof you can support yourself — and approval is quick. The catch is cost: the Bahamas is expensive, with nomads typically spending several thousand a month. Renewable up to three years.
BEATS (Extended Access Travel Stay) at a glance ✓ Verified 2026
- Visa cost: ~$1000
- Length of stay: up to 36 months
- Processing time: ~5 business days
- Official source: government site
Requirements
- Proof of sufficient funds to support yourself and any dependents (no fixed income minimum) — typically 3–6 months of bank statements
- Remote work for an employer, clients, or business outside the Bahamas
- Valid passport with at least six months' validity
- Medical insurance valid across the Bahamas for the stay
How to apply
- Gather documents: passport, bank statements, proof of remote work, medical insurance
- Apply online and pay the non-refundable $25 application fee
- On approval, pay the permit fee — $1,000 for professionals ($500 for students), plus $500 per dependent
- Receive approval (typically about 5 business days)
- Travel to the Bahamas; the permit lasts one year and is renewable up to three years total
Moving abroad means more than the visa — sort your travel insurance (many visa applications require proof of coverage), set up borderless banking, and land with data working.
First nomad visa? Our digital nomad visa guide explains how qualifying, applying, and taxes work across every country.
Frequently asked questions
No fixed minimum. You demonstrate sufficient funds via bank statements rather than meeting a set salary. Given the high cost of living, plan for several thousand a month regardless.
A $25 application fee, then a $1,000 permit fee for professionals ($500 for students), plus $500 per dependent.
One year, with annual renewals considered up to a maximum three-year stay.
The Bahamas has no personal income tax, so your foreign earnings aren't taxed locally — though you may still owe tax in your home country.
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Visa rules, income thresholds, and fees change — always confirm the current requirements on the official government source (linked here) before applying. This page is informational, not immigration advice.