Bahamas visa? I am trying to find a place where me and my bf who lives in India could meet this summer...?

Question

I have travelled to India but we are looking for another place to meet up. I know U.S. the visa requirements are strict and it takes a while to process so were trying other options.I was thinking maybe meeting in the bahamas because i live in Florida and its nearby. I dont know how strict or long the application process would take...Where could I find info on bahamian visas for foriegners and is there any other place you guys might have in mind where we could meet up and the visas wont be such a major issue? Thanks!

Answer 1

If you are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, you don't need a visa to enter the Bahamas however you will need a valid passport.

Since your boyfriend is from India, he does require a visa.

Visa Application Items

1 completed application form. (Completed Application Form Must be signed by applicant).

Valid Passport  (passports must not expire within  six months of application).

Valid United States Multiple Entry Visa or Proper Documentation to enter a third country.

ONE (1) Passport photo taken within the last year (black and white or color).

Visa fee (Cash, Money order or Travelers Check only) Single Entry Visa -$55.00. Multiple- Entry Visa - $65.00

.If paying in cash- please have  exact amount. Otherwise, please make payment payable to "The Bahamas Consulate General.  This Fee is Non- Refundable if your application is refused. "Please do not send personal checks."

Proof of travel plans (original and copy). i.e. return ticket, cruise voucher or travel itinerary.

Please Note the following:

Turn over period

   If hand delivered, 24 to 48 hours

    If delivered by mail 24 hours to one (!) week

    ** referrals- up to six (6) weeks**

**Same day issuance is considered only in exceptional cases**

Now for  another meeting place, you can try Jamaica, as a U.S. citizen ,you do not need a visa.

Your boyfriend is from a commonwealth nation and will not need a visa to enter.

Answer 2

National INDIA (IN)             /Destination BAHAMAS (BS)

BAHAMAS (BS)

Passport (must be valid for at least 6 months after entry)

and visa required.

Visitor must hold:

- return or onward ticket; and

- sufficient funds; and

- all documents required for next destination.

Exempt from holding return/onward tickets are those visitors

arriving to meet up with a:

- cruise ship: who should hold tickets for their cruise; or

- yacht: who should hold a letter stating they are doing so.