Under Customs Regulations, cargo arriving into the country on board a vessel or airline, to be stored in Bonded Warehouses must be processed.

All businesses with cargo in Bonded Warehouses.

1. Collect documents from Shipping/Airline agent.
2. Complete relevant form.
3. Present form and supporting documents to the Customs Aided Industries Section of the Customs Department.
4. Pay Import duties.
5. Collect goods.

Note: This service is provided at New Providence and Grand Bahama only.

Warehousing Entry Form  - C16 Form 

• Completed C16 Form.
• Invoices (where applicable).
• Shipping documents (bill of lading / airway bill, any other documents provided by Supplier).
• For individuals - passport or driver’s licence.
• For businesses - valid business licence.

There is a processing fee of $25.00 associated with this service. The Customs Broker will also charge fees for the preparation of your supporting documents.

The Bahamas Customs Department
P. O. Box N 155
Nassau
New Providence
The Bahamas               
Location – Headquarters- Thompson Blvd
Opening Hours: 9 am to 4 pm (Monday to Friday)
Tel. (242)325-6551 – 9
Fax. (242)325-7409
Email: customs@bahamas.gov.bs