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Permanent residence and work permit

Non-Bahamians wishing to live or work in The Bahamas need Department of Immigration approval. Employment beyond 90 days generally uses an annual work permit.

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AuthorityImmigration Department
ResidencePermanent route
WorkShort or annual permit
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How the process works

  1. 1

    Select residence or employment permission.

  2. 2

    Prepare sponsor and police records.

  3. 3

    Submit through Immigration’s channel.

  4. 4

    Do not begin work before approval.

Official starting points
Permanent residence serviceAnnual work permit

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Providers serving The Bahamas

3 listed
Fragomen Bahamas

Work-permit and business-immigration guidance. Listed for The Bahamas; confirm current local coverage, eligibility, fees and service scope directly with the provider.

Residence permits
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Remote People

Employer work-visa guidance. Listed for The Bahamas; confirm current local coverage, eligibility, fees and service scope directly with the provider.

VisasResidence permitsRelocation and settlement
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Playroll

Bahamas work-permit support information. Listed for The Bahamas; confirm current local coverage, eligibility, fees and service scope directly with the provider.

Residence permits
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