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BahamasBahamas visa requirements for New Zealand citizens (2026)
Visa-free · up to 90 days. No. New Zealand passport holders do not need a visa for the Bahamas for tourism and can stay up to 90 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
Visa-free for up to 90 days, no advance application needed.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Bahamas entry requirements for New Zealand citizens
- Requirement
- Visa-free
- Allowed stay
- 90 days
What to bring to Bahamas
- Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement)
- Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for
Bahamas at a glance for travellers
- 122 of 198 passports can enter Bahamas without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The New Zealand passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 148 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Official portal | Bahamas Department of Immigration | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Bahamas entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for Bahamas?
No. New Zealand passport holders do not need a visa for the Bahamas for tourism and can stay up to 90 days. You still need a valid passport and should carry proof of onward travel.
How long can New Zealand passport holders stay in the Bahamas?
Up to 90 days per visit for tourism without a visa. Overstaying can lead to fines or entry bans.
What documents do New Zealand passport holders need for the Bahamas?
Passport valid for the whole stay (many countries expect 6 months beyond arrival); Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address); Proof of sufficient funds (bank card or recent statement); Any arrival card or registration the destination asks for.
Do New Zealand passport holders need to apply for anything before travelling to the Bahamas?
No advance visa application is needed for a tourist visit. Carry a valid passport and proof of onward travel.