FAQ
Common questions.
How much do I need to invest for the Bahamas golden visa?
The lowest minimum is BSD 1,000,000, for real estate in the Bahamas. Other routes: central Bank zero coupon bonds (BSD 1,000,000). Fees come on top.
What can I invest in for the Bahamas golden visa?
2 routes: real estate in the Bahamas and central Bank zero coupon bonds. You need only one.
How long do I need to spend in the Bahamas?
The immigration department does not publish a minimum stay for this certificate.
Does the Bahamas golden visa lead to permanent residence?
The certificate is permanent residence for life, unless it is revoked.
How long does the Bahamas golden visa last?
The certificate lasts for life unless it is revoked. No renewal is needed.
How much does the Bahamas golden visa cost?
A BSD 200 processing fee to apply. If approved, BSD 20,000 for the certificate, or BSD 25,000 if it includes the right to work in your own business.
Can I work on the Bahamas golden visa?
The standard economic certificate does not include work. A version with the right to work in your own business costs BSD 25,000 instead of BSD 20,000.
Who can apply for the Bahamas golden visa?
Open to citizens of any other country. People who invest at least BSD 1,000,000 in Bahamian property or Central Bank of the Bahamas zero coupon bonds.
Can I bring my family?
A spouse and children can be added to the certificate. Each one added costs BSD 300.
How do I apply?
Send Form IV, a letter to the Director of Immigration and the listed documents to the Department of Immigration in Nassau.
Sources
- Bahamas: Economic Permanent Residence (immigration.gov.bs)
- Bahamas: Economic Permanent Residence (immigration.gov.bs)
- Bahamas: Economic Permanent Residence (immigration.gov.bs)
General information, not legal advice. Last checked 11 Oct 2026.