Accompanied Baggage

All persons travelling from abroad into The Bahamas must declare travelling passenger information for the clearance of undeclared goods / baggage. This is undertaken at all Customs Ports of Entry.

Eligibility

All passengers travelling from abroad.

Process

Complete relevant declaration form.
Present passport, invoices and completed form to Customs Officer.
Pay relevant import duties and taxes.
Collect goods.

Duty Exemptions?

Residents	$300.00
Visitors	$100.00
Residents (away for a year or more)	$500.00

Application Form(s)

C17 Form - Accompanied Baggage Declaration.

This form can be obtained from the Customs Department.

Supporting Documents

Completed required C17 form (Accompanied Baggage Declaration).
Invoices (where applicable).
Agricultural Permit (optional based on items).
Phytosanitary Certificate (optional based on items).
Valid Passport.
Travel Documents.

Turn-around time

Immediately upon presentation of documents.

Deadline

There are no deadlines for this service.

Related Fee(s)

Relevant duties and taxes are charged based on the nature of goods.

For more information please contact

Department: The Bahamas Customs Department
Address: P. O. Box N 155, Nassau, New Providence, The Bahamas
Tel: +1 242 325 6551
Fax: (242)325-7409
Opening Hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday
Location: Headquarters - Thompson Blvd
Tel: +1 242 325 6559

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