Bahamas visa requirements for Malawians
Travel and visa requirements
Bahamian Visa is not required for Malawians
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- Malawi passport holders can stay in the Bahamas for a duration of 90 days without a visa.
- Intending tourists are required to have a passport valid for 6 months beyond departure date from the Bahamas. The passport should have two blank pages for visa stamping.
- The importation of the local currency (Bahamian Dollar) is not permitted, however, exporting the local currency is restricted to BSD 200 per person. Any amounts higher than that require the permission of the Central Bank of the Bahamas.
- There is no restriction on the import and export of foreign currencies.
- Tourists are required to have a return or onward ticket and confirmation of accommodation which could be in the form of a hotel reservation.
- Visitors with cats or dogs must be accompanied by an Import permit not older than one year and the Veterinary Health Certificate and must be over six months old. The pet must also have had rabies vaccination not less than a month before travel.
- Visitors will also be required to provide that they have enough funds to sustain themselves while in the Bahamas.
- Travellers from Malawi must provide a yellow fever vaccination certificate. Visitors are advised to be vaccinated 10 days before entering the Bahamas.
- Prospective visitors can get to the Bahamas from any international airport in Malawi. These airports can be found in Lilongwe and Blantyre.
- Ethiopian Airways, Kenya Airways, Delta Airlines and Qatar Airways are some of the carriers that fly from Malawi to the Bahamas.
- The estimated flight duration from Malawi to Nassau, Bahamas is 1 day, 3 hours.
- The most prominent religion in the Bahamas is Christianity. Other religions are Islam, Buddhism, Baha’i, Hinduism.
- The Bahamian Dollar is the official currency of the Bahamas. The USD is also widely accepted. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
- Although the official language of the Bahamas is English, the Bahamian pidgin and Haitian creole are also well used.
- The Bahamas use the Eastern Daylight Time (GMT- 4), which puts Malawi six hours ahead in time.
- The climate of the Bahamas is tropical. The best time to visit is in Autumn and Spring, based on favourable climatic conditions.
- The power and socket plug used in the Bahamas are of Type A and B. The standard voltage is 120 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
- Movement in the Bahamas is made possible with buses, taxis and car rentals. Also, driving is on the left-hand side.
- The average amount tourists spend per day in the Bahamas on expenses is 124 Bahamian Dollar.
- Dean's Blue Hole, Ardastra Gardens, Zoo and Conservation Centre, Atlantis and Nassau Straw Market are some of the tourist centres that Tanzanians can visit while in the Bahamas.
- Cracked Conch, conch salad, rock lobsters, Bahamian Stew Fish, johnnycakes are some of the delicacies in the Bahamas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the beaches in Bahamas safe?
Tourists travelling with children are advised to only swim on beaches with green flags, indicating that the water is extremely safe for swimming. If you see a red flag, do not swim in the water. The islands of Eleuthera and Harbour Island are famous for their clear waters and their myriad of marine wildlife.
Is Bahamas safe for tourists travel?
The Bahamas is generally a safe place to visit, and tourists are guaranteed safe while on the Islands. However, it is usually a crowded place, especially during peak seasons, and petty thefts like pickpocket and bag snatching are common. Tourists are advised to take caution as they go about their tourism-related activities.
Is the tap water in the Bahamas safe to drink?
Tap water through Nassau and Paradise Island is safe to drink, although, bottled water is readily accessible throughout the island. The tap water in hotels is Nassau is also perfectly safe to drink. However, it may have a bit of a strange taste which is why the majority of people drink bottled water.
What should I avoid in the Bahamas?
As a tourist in the Bahamas, you should not accept rides from strangers or from unlicensed taxi drivers and do not leave valuables on the beach or poolside while swimming.
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