To enable customers to apply and pay online to obtain a ‘D’ class Operator’s Licence to operate a watercraft in The Bahamas.

Current and prospective watercraft operators in The Bahamas.

1. Click the Operator's Licence 'D' Application form link found in the Application Form(s) section of this page.
2. Complete and submit the application form with the supporting documents listed in the Supporting Documents section of this page.
3. Follow email instructions on how to pay online using DigiPay platform.
4. Contact Port Office at 322-8832 or portcustomerservice@bahamas.gov.bs for all inquiries

Operator's Licence 'D' Application Form

New:

1. Operator’s Valid Identification
2. Valid Medical Certificate
3. Valid Bahama Host Certificate
4. Valid Police Record

Renewal:

1. Operator’s Valid Identification
2. Copy of Previous Licence
3. Valid Medical Certificate
4. Valid Police Record

$30.00

Port Department (Nassau)
Prince George Wharf
P.O. Box N-8175
Nassau, New Providence
The Bahamas
Tel. (242) 322-8832
E-mail: portcustomerservice@bahamas.gov.bs

Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, except public holidays.