As we all continue to live with the COVID-19 pandemic, the Bahamian Government continues to make great efforts to keep the country open for the 2021/2022 season. We here at Andros South will continue to keep you updated as to the most current requirements, but please be advised it is the guest’s responsibility to ensure the travel protocols are being followed. The information listed on this page is what we understand to be the current requirements for traveling to & from The Bahamas. Please know that these requirements change and evolve frequently.
We have also included links to other relevant sites and our own ‘in-house’ documentation.
Entry Into The Bahamas:
For FULLY-vaccinated Travelers:
Step One: You must obtain a negative COVID-19 test (Rapid antigen OR RT PCR test) within 5 days of your travel date.
Note: The day you test is considered Day ZERO.
Step Two: Apply for your Bahamian travel visa. You can do that HERE. You will need to provide your negative COVID-19 test along with proof of vaccination (CDC or government-issued vaccine card). The vaccination card must also show proof of having completed the two-week immunity period. Be sure to have your BHTV login information & password with you during your travels.
Currently, the Bahamas only accepts vaccines from Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, Moderna & AstraZeneca.
For NON-vaccinated travelers, or those partially vaccinated:
Step One: You must obtain a negative COVID-19 test (RT PCR ONLY) within 5 days of your travel date.
Note: The day you test is considered Day ZERO.
Step Two: Apply for your Bahamian travel visa. You can do that HERE. Be sure to have your BHTV login information & password with you during your travels.
Step Three: Upon your stay with us at Andros South, as an un-vaccinated traveler, you will be required to complete a daily online health questionnaire for symptom tracking purposes mandated by the Bahamian government. If your stay in the Bahamas will be longer than 4 nights & 5 days, you will be required to take a COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test. This test can be administered by our staff on-site at Andros South Lodge. It is very simple & provides quick results. If you are leaving the Bahamas on the 5th day, you are not required to take the Rapid COVID-19 Antigen test. Note: The cost of this test is included in your Bahamian travel visa fee.
For all travelers: When applying for your Bahamian travel visa, please ensure that your name matches exactly as it appears on your passport. Your negative test results must be registered on the Health Visa site within five days before your arrival. We highly recommend registering your results just as soon as you receive them.
The cost of your travel visa is dependent upon the length of your stay & your vaccination status. It is required to opt-in for mandatory COVID-19 health insurance. This insurance will cover you for the duration of your trip to the Bahamas & the cost is included in the travel visa application fee.
(Be sure to print out the accepted Bahamian travel visa, your proof of vaccination (if applicable), as well as a copy of your negative COVID-19 test, so that you may present this to officials throughout your travels).
If you find you’re having troubles obtaining your travel visa, please contact the Compliance Team:
+1 (242) 502-0829 or healthvisa@bahamas.com
Here are two options for purchasing an RT-PCR test if you are not able to obtain one locally.
For more information about COVID-19 requirements and the re-opening of The Bahamas, you can visit the Bahamas COVID-19 Travel Update page.
Please note: Masks are MANDATORY in the Bahamas.
For Entry Into The United States
As of January 26, 2021, the CDC has required a Rapid COVID-19 Antigen test taken within 72 hours of your re-entry into the US, or up to 3 days before your flight. Tests are available for purchase through the Bahamas Health Travel Visa page, after logging in, under “VOUCHERS”. If you chose to use the voucher option, please be sure to bring a copy/receipt with you. Andros South Lodge will also have tests available to purchase for your return trip. All tests will be performed on-site and administered by our staff. For information concerning the CDC requirement, you can read more HERE.
Our Team at Deneki Outdoors & Andros South is dedicated to making your trip with us safe and enjoyable, this is a link to our COVID-19 Client Protection Plan for download or print.
