Applications, fees, and requirements for maritime activities throughout The Bahamas.

Custom requirements:

Entry requirements differ depending on what country you are a resident and citizen of. To find out the necessary documentation required for entry into The Bahamas… Read More

Yacht requirements:

Inward Declaration and Application for Cruising Permit: Under customs regulation, captains sailing pleasure vessels not carrying cargo and operated for pleasure and recreation only, who are not sailing for reward or remuneration or for business purposes, must provide an inward declaration and apply for a cruising permit in order to sail from island to island within The Bahamas... Read More

Registering a Foreign Charter: It is a requirement of The Government of The Bahamas that all foreign charters secure a licence in order to utilise Bahamian waters.  Most foreign charter applications to The Bahamas are from yachts seeking to explore our beautiful seas. To accommodate these ‘sun seekers’ the Port Department has simplified the chartering process as detailed below... Read More

Port Department Forms:

A listing of forms, applications and schedule of fees relative to the Port Department... Read More

Yacht registry:

The Bahamas Yacht Code is now available together with Bahamas Maritime Authority Bulletins to advise and aid the registration of all yachts under The Bahamas Flag... Read More

Registering a Boat/Ski (for Commercial Use):

It is a requirement of The Government of The Bahamas that all boats/skis to be used commercially must be registered.  The registration process at the Port Department is one designed to assist the boat owners in getting their licences in an efficient manner... Read More

Cruise lines:

When you choose to cruise to The Bahamas, your choice of cruise lines is extensive. All major lines call on The Bahamas, and many offer Bahamas-only itineraries... Read More

Ports of entry:

Official Ports of Entry in The Bahamas... Read More

Lighthouses:

A listing of lighthouses throughout The Bahamas... Read More

Marinas:

For a full lists of marinas in The Bahamas visit - https://bahamasmarinas.com/islands/