Philippines to Bahamas: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇵🇭 Philippines → 🇧🇸 Bahamas
e-Visa

Apply for an e-Visa before travel via the official portal.

Travelling from Philippines to Bahamas requires an e-Visa obtained online before departure. Processing usually takes 1–5 business days — apply at least 2 weeks before travel. Cost of living in Bahamas runs about 48% higher than in Philippines (index 78 vs 30, NYC=100).

Philippines Passport Strength

34 Visa-free
25 Visa on arrival
51 e-Visa
88 Visa required

Entry Details — Bahamas

Entry type
e-Visa
An electronic visa must be obtained online before travel.
Maximum stay
Stated on e-Visa
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Bahamas
78.0
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Bahamas
N/A
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$1,950/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

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Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Bahamas is approximately 48% more expensive than Philippines (index 78 vs 30, NYC=100). Budget accordingly for accommodation and daily expenses.
Bahamas cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Bahamas — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Philippines citizens need a visa to visit Bahamas?+

Philippines passport holders currently have e-Visa access to Bahamas. An electronic visa must be obtained online before travel.

How long can Philippines passport holders stay in Bahamas?+

The maximum stay is determined by the visa category granted at the Bahamas embassy. Single-entry visas typically allow 30–90 days; multi-entry visas vary.

Is there a digital nomad visa for Bahamas?+

Pas de nomad visa dédié. Long-stay visa standard disponible (90 jours, renouvelable hors Schengen). Revenu minimum non défini officiellement.

What is the cost of living in Bahamas?+

The cost of living index for Bahamas is 78.0 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for Bahamas.

What documents are required for Philippines citizens to enter Bahamas?+

A valid Philippines passport is the minimum requirement. An e-Visa must be applied for online before departure.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.