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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Bahamas.
in Swiss francs (CHF)
For ATM cash withdrawals
For cashless payments in shops, restaurants, hotels, and online
in US Dollars (USD)
Local currency / ISO Code
Bahamas dollar BSD
Import local currency
Nur mit Genehmigung der «Central Bank of the Bahamas» erlaubt
Import foreign currency
unlimited; must be declared
Export local currency
up to BSD 70.00
Export foreign currency
limited to amounts imported and declared
Customary credit cards are accepted in most places. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
Credit cards are recommended for car rentals. Prepaid cards are generally accepted for payment but not for reservations. Please check the possible payment methods with the car rental company in advance.
Mosquito protection advised.
Minimum risk of malaria.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, polio and measles recommended.
- 6 h
Official language
English
Security
Increase in crime registered in large cities (Nassau, Freeport).
Do not carry valuables (watches, jewelry, expensive cameras, etc.) on you.
Special legal regulations
Very strict laws to fight illegal drugs (up to life imprisonment).
Nassau
011 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
120 volt / adapter required
Passport still valid 6 months or more after arrival, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds for stays up to 8 months.
Nassau, Goodman's Bay Corporate Centre, West Bay Street
Tel.: +1 242 302 2100
Banks
9.30 - 15.00 h (Mon - Thu)
9.30 - 17.00 h (Fri )
Stores
9.00 - 17.00 (Mon - Sat)
Left-hand driving.
Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals up to 3 months.
Minimum age for car rentals: 21 to 25 (varies by company).
International driver's licence recommended.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
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