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The health and wellbeing of all who enter or reside in The Bahamas remains the number one priority, and diligent efforts are enforced to minimize the spread of COVID-19. The following travel and entry protocols have been put in place to ensure The Bahamas is a safe and clean destination for all to enjoy.

- Pre-Departure & Arrival
- During Travel
- On-Island Experience
- Cruise Passengers
- Failure to Follow Protocol
Pre Departure
Last Updated on : 16 June 2022
Testing Requirements
These protocols are subject to change at any time in response to new COVID-19 measures. Please check this website frequently for ongoing updates.
VACCINATED TRAVELLERS
- Effective 19 June 2022 fully vaccinated travellers will no longer be required to submit to pre-travel COVID-19 testing to enter the country. Instead, valid proof of vaccination must be presented before boarding a flight to The Bahamas.
UNVACCINATED TRAVELLERS
- Effective 19 June 2022, all unvaccinated travellers ages 2 and older will be required to obtain a negative COVID-19 test — either a negative RT-PCR test or a Rapid Antigen test — taken no more than three days (72 hours) prior to travel and present the negative test results at check-in before travel to The Bahamas.
- Children under the age of 2 are exempt from any testing requirements.
- Please note: COVID-19 testing is no longer required for persons travelling inter-island (domestic) within The Bahamas, regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status (unvaccinated or fully vaccinated).
Check your visa application status
GREEN | Approved Health Visa
Must present confirmation on arrival
YELLOW | Pending Health Visa
Application requires additional review
RED | Denied Health Visa
Entry not permitted
While travelling to The Bahamas & once arrived the following protocols must be followed:
Wear a face mask:
- Entering and transiting terminals, at security and customs screenings, at baggage claim
Comply with health monitoring procedures:
- Any visitor exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms at any time during their stay will be required to take a Rapid Antigen Test and receive a negative result before being permitted to continue with their vacation.
- If a person tests positive, they will be required to follow up with a COVID-19 RT-PCR test.
VACCINATED TRAVELLERS
Any visitor who exhibits COVID-19 symptoms upon arrival or at any time during their stay will be required to take a COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test and receive a negative result before being permitted to continue with their vacation.
- If a person tests positive, they will be required to follow up with a COVID-19 RT-PCR Test.
- If a person test negative with the follow-up COVID-19 RT-PCR Test, they are permitted to continue with their vacation.
- If a person test positive with the follow-up COVID-19 RT-PCR Test, they will be required to isolate for 5-14 days depending on the severity of the symptoms.
UNVACCINATED TRAVELLERS
- Daily Health Questionnaire: Unvaccinated persons, ages 12 and older, travelling into and throughout The Bahamas will be required to complete a short daily Health Questionnaire during their stay.
- The questionnaire must be completed upon arrival and each day thereafter for up to 14 days, or the duration of their stay, whichever is shorter.
- This includes the day of departure, if travelling less than 14 days.
Any visitor who exhibits COVID-19 symptoms upon arrival or at any time during their stay will be required to take a COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test and receive a negative result before being permitted to continue with their vacation.
- If a person tests positive, they will be required to follow up with a COVID-19 RT-PCR Test.
- If a person test negative with the follow-up COVID-19 RT-PCR Test, they are permitted to continue with their vacation.
- If a person test positive with the follow-up COVID-19 RT-PCR Test, they will be required to isolate for 5-14 days depending on the severity of the symptoms.
Check your visa application status
GREEN | Approved Health Visa
Must present confirmation on arrival
YELLOW | Pending Health Visa
Application requires additional review
RED | Denied Health Visa
Entry not permitted
Once on Island:
Wear a face mask and physical distance when in public places:
- When travelling in a taxi or on a bus, when standing in lines, when entering any establishment, while entering or exiting a restaurant
- When entering and exiting beaches (not required on the beach)
- Before and after exercise (masks must be visible on your person during exercise)
Abide by all protocols and restrictions as outlined in the most recent Health Services Rules:
- Some islands may be following different rules than others,
- Travellers should check the status of their island destination before travelling, by visiting Bahamas.com/travelupdates.
Check your visa application status
GREEN | Approved Health Visa
Must present confirmation on arrival
YELLOW | Pending Health Visa
Application requires additional review
RED | Denied Health Visa
Entry not permitted
Please note: All cruise ship passengers ages 12 and older must be fully vaccinated to enter a port in The Bahamas, including a cruise line’s private island. Any person who is ineligible for the COVID-19 vaccination due to medical contraindications is exempt from this requirement.
Guests on cruises that originate in and return to The Bahamas:
*Please note: Cruise lines may have different requirements for vaccinated and unvaccinated guests. Please check with your cruise line for specific details pertaining to your cruise.
VACCINATED TRAVELLERS
- Fully vaccinated travellers are required to present valid proof of vaccination such as CDC or government issued vaccine record card.
- For international travellers, proof of vaccination must confirm they have passed the two-week immunity period.
- At this time, the Bahamas Government will only be accepting vaccines by AstraZeneca (Vaxzevria/Covishield), Janseen (Johnson & Johnson), Pfizer-BioNTech (Comirnaty), Moderna (Spikevax), Sinopharm, Covaxin or Sinovac.
Step 2 - Pre-Boarding Testing
- Cruise lines may have different requirements for pre-boarding testing. Please check with your cruise line for specific details pertaining to your cruise.
DEPARTURE
- Please check your local government guidelines prior to your visit to determine return requirements as some countries may require negative test results for re-entry. For a list of approved testing sites, please visit Bahamas.com/travelupdates
For persons travelling to the United States:
- As of 12 June 2022, the CDC no longer requires air passengers travelling from a foreign country to the United States to show a negative COVID-19 viral test or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before they board their flight. For more information, please visit https://www.cdc.gov/quarantine/fr-proof-negative-test.html.
- All non-U.S. citizens are still required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before boarding a flight to the United States.
- Children under 18 years of age and persons with documented medical contraindications to receiving a COVID-19 vaccine are exempt from this requirement.
- All U.S. citizens and permanent residents visiting The Bahamas will be allowed to return to the U.S. regardless of vaccination status
- For full details on the latest requirements for entering the U.S., please visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/proof-of-vaccination.html
Check your visa application status
GREEN | Approved Health Visa
Must present confirmation on arrival
YELLOW | Pending Health Visa
Application requires additional review
RED | Denied Health Visa
Entry not permitted
All Rules and Regulations Are Being Enforced
- Visitors who do not present either a valid proof of vaccination or COVID-19 RT-PCR Test with a negative result will be denied entry.
- Travellers who show symptoms of COVID-19 may be transferred to an area away from others for further testing and evaluation, and quarantine may be required by health personnel.
- A $250 fine or a penalty of one month imprisonment, or both, is to be enforced for visitors or residents found not wearing face masks in areas where it is required.
- A $10,000 fine or a penalty of two years imprisonment, or both, is to be enforced for visitors or residents submitting falsified vaccination records.
- Unvaccinated visitors who fail to complete the daily Health Questionnaire will be subject to deportation.
Check your visa application status
GREEN | Approved Health Visa
Must present confirmation on arrival
YELLOW | Pending Health Visa
Application requires additional review
RED | Denied Health Visa
Entry not permitted
Interactive island Guide
Tourism Reopening Faq

Entry Requirements: Unvaccinated Travellers
PRE-TRAVEL TESTING
I am an unvaccinated traveller; is a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR Test required to enter The Bahamas?
- Yes, through Saturday, 18, June, 2022, , all unvaccinated persons ages twelve (12) and older must obtain a negative COVID--19 RT-PCR Test taken no more than three days (72 hours) prior to the date of arrival. The name and address of the lab where the test was performed must be clearly displayed on the test result.
- Acceptable tests include NAAT, PCR, RNA, RT-PCR and TMA
- The day the test is taken is considered Day 0; for example, if a test was taken on Monday, travel must be completed by Thursday in order for the test to be valid for entry.
- Through Saturday, 18 June, 2022, unvaccinated children between the ages of 2 and 11 may present either a negative Rapid Antigen Test or RT-PCR Test.
- Children under the age of two (2) are exempt from obtaining the COVID-19 test.
- Pilots and crew of commercial airlines who remain overnight in The Bahamas, are exempt from obtaining the COVID-19 test.
- Effective 19 June 2022, all unvaccinated travellers ages 2 and older will be required to obtain a negative COVID-19 test — either a negative RT-PCR test or a Rapid Antigen test — taken no more than three days (72 hours) prior to travel and present the negative test results before boarding their flight to The Bahamas.
Is this also true for domestic inter-island travellers?
- COVID-19 testing is no longer required for persons travelling inter-island (domestic) within The Bahamas, regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status (unvaccinated or fully vaccinated).
Can an unvaccinated Bahamian citizen or resident planning to travel abroad for three days or less take a COVID-19 RT-PCR test in The Bahamas prior to travel and present that negative test result upon return?
- If an unvaccinated Bahamian citizen or resident travels internationally, they must secure a test in the destination they visited before travelling back to The Bahamas. Any COVID-19 RT-PCR Test taken in The Bahamas prior to travel will not be valid for re-entry.
- Persons travelling internationally from The Bahamas and returning within a 24-hour period will not be required to undergo a new COVID-19 test to re-enter The Bahamas.
Where can I get a COVID-19 RT-PCR Test prior to travel?
- Contact your health care professional to obtain a COVID-19 RT-PCR Test.
I have recently recovered from COVID-19. Can I submit a letter of recovery in lieu of a negative test?
- Requests to enter The Bahamas with a letter of recovery will be evaluated by Bahamian health authorities.
- Unvaccinated persons who have recently recovered from COVID-19 may submit the following documentation to bthv@bahamas.gov.bs:
- A copy of their positive RT-PCR test test taken within 10-90 days prior to their travel date.
- A clearance letter from a licensed physician confirming the person is no longer exhibiting symptoms, has completed the appropriate quarantine period, and is fit for travel.
- Clearance letter must be printed on the official letterhead of the healthcare provider and include physician signature and stamp if available. Handwritten letters are not acceptable.
- Submissions should include island destination and travel date, which must be a minimum of 11 days after testing positive.
- Documents will be reviewed, and a decision made within 24 hours of submission.
- If approved, a travel exemption letter will be provided via email with further instructions.
Can I use my COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test or COVID-19 Antibody Test to enter the Country?
- No, if unvaccinated, only a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR (including PCR, NAA, NAAT, TMA or RNA) or rapid antigen test from a referenced lab will be considered a VALID test to be granted entry into The Bahamas.
I am vaccinated but my vaccine is not approved in The Bahamas. How can I be granted entry?
- Visitors who have received non-approved vaccines must follow the same protocols as unvaccinated travellers to be granted entry to The Bahamas. The Bahamas Government (Ministry of Health) will only be accepting vaccinations by AstraZeneca (Vaxzevria/Covishield), Janseen (Johnson & Johnson), Pfizer-BioNTech (Comirnaty), Moderna (Spikevax), Sinopharm, Covaxin, or Sinovac at this time.
BAHAMAS TRAVEL HEALTH VISA
Please Note: Effective at 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, 19 June 2022, travellers will no longer need to apply for a Bahamas Travel Health Visa in order to enter the country.
Who needs to complete an electronic Bahamas Travel Health Visa application?
- Through Saturday, 18 June, 2022, all visitors – vaccinated and unvaccinated – arriving via commercial flights, as well as by private planes, private boats, yachts or pleasure crafts, are required to apply for a Bahamas Travel Health Visa at gov.bs by selecting the International option and completing all required fields.
- All travellers eighteen (18) years of age and older are required to create an account/profile and then complete an individual Bahamas Travel Health Visa application.
- Persons seventeen (17) years and younger are to add a profile within the account of the parent or guardian and then complete an individual Bahamas Travel Health Visa application.
How do I apply for a Bahamas Travel Health Visa as an unvaccinated traveller?
- All visitors must apply for a Bahamas Travel Health Visa at travel.gov.bs by selecting the International option and completing all required fields.
- Effective 27 December 2021 unvaccinated visitors ages 12 and older entering the country must first obtain a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR Test taken no more than three days (72 hours) prior to the date of arrival, to be uploaded with their complete Bahamas Travel Health Visa application.
- Travellers should upload ALL pages of the test results report, even if there are multiple pages.
- Please ensure your test results state clearly the following information:
- Name of Applicant (must match the name used on the application form)
- Confirmation of a negative result
- Type of test – COVID-19 RT-PCR (not a COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test nor a COVID-19 Antibody Test)
- Date the test was administered (collection date), not to exceed three days (72 hours) prior to the date of arrival
- Name and address of the accredited lab where test was performed
- For U.S. travellers, an accredited lab can be found at https://www.cdc.gov/clia/LabSearch.html
- For travellers from other countries, labs that have been accredited by the local medical health officials should be used.
- Each applicant eighteen (18) years of age or older will be required to complete their own Bahamas Travel Health Visa application and upload their individual negative test results.
- Persons seventeen (17) years and younger are to add a profile within the account of the parent or guardian. Complete their own Bahamas Travel Health Visa. Please ensure each application is submitted with the corresponding test results.
- Effective 27 December 2021 children between the ages of 2 and 11, wishing to enter The Bahamas will be required to obtain a negative COVID-19 test (either a Rapid Antigen Test or RT-PCR), taken no more than three days (72 hours) prior to the date of arrival to The Bahamas.
- Applications are required to be submitted by a parent/guardian
- Proof of age must be uploaded (applicable passport page).
- Children under the age of two (2), are exempt from any COVID-19 testing requirements.
- Effective 19 June 2022, the Travel Health Visa requirement for visitors will be discontinued. Instead, unvaccinated visitors will be required to present a negative COVID-19 test at check in prior to departure.
- As part of the Bahamas Travel Health Visa application, travellers will be required to opt in to COVID-19 health insurance which covers them for 30 days in The Bahamas. The cost of insurance is included in the Bahamas Travel Health Visa application fee.
- Bahamas Travel Health Visa applications can take up to 24 hours to process and should be completed with adequate lead time.
Where should I apply for a Bahamas Travel Health Visa?
- Applicants should only apply for a Bahamas Travel Health Visa on travel.gov.bs, which is the official website developed by the Government of The Bahamas.
- Travellers should not use any third-party vendors claiming to have the ability to process Bahamas Travel Health Visa
- No additional third-party vendors are authorized to issue Bahamas Travel Health Visas.
- The Government of The Bahamas is not responsible for any misfortunes that occur from using a third-party vendor including denied entry into the country or the loss of application fees.
Is a Bahamas Travel Health Visa required for domestic inter-island travellers?
- Effective 1 October 2021 a Travel Health Visa is no longer required for inter-island travel within The Bahamas.
Is there a fee for the Bahamas Travel Health Visa?
- Yes, there is a non-refundable fee for the Bahamas Travel Health Visa for unvaccinated visitors, which will be dependent on length of stay.
- All Bahamas Travel Health Visas include standard administrative costs, such as the application fee for the Health Visa, as well as related IT and distribution costs.
- The price of an individual Bahamas Travel Health Visa also includes COVID-19 insurance as well as a return COVID-19 Rapid Antigen test for countries that require a negative test prior to departure.
Domestic Travel (within The Bahamas):
- Effective 1 October 2021 a Travel Health Visa is no longer required for inter-island travel within The Bahamas.
International Travel:
- RETURNING BAHAMIAN CITIZENS/RESIDENTS
- Effective 13 December 2021 the Travel Health Visa requirement for citizens and residents was discontinued. Instead, Bahamian citizens and residents are required to present a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR Test at check in prior to departure.
- Effective 27 December 2021 the COVID-19 RT-PCR Test must be taken no more than three days (72 hours) prior to the date of arrival to The Bahamas.
- U.S. & CANADIAN CITIZENS/RESIDENTS
- $60 (non-refundable) – unvaccinated visitors
- TRAVELLERS FROM ALL OTHER INTERNATIONAL COUNTRIES
- $70 (non-refundable) – unvaccinated visitors
- Exemptions:
- Children eleven (11) years and under (COVID-19 insurance coverage included) are free.
- Pilot/crew of commercial airlines who remain overnight in The Bahamas are exempt.
When will I receive a response about my Bahamas Travel Health Visa?
- Bahamas Travel Health Visa applications take up to 24 hours to process, so they should be completed with adequate lead time.
- Applicants will receive an automated response within 1 hour of submission indicating the application is being processed. Travellers should not apply again unless they do not receive the automated response within the hour.
- An approved Bahamas Travel Health Visa will receive an approved visa with QR Code, and proof of confirmation should be presented at check-in and upon arrival in the destination.
- If a Bahamas Travel Health Visa application is pending, visitor will receive a pending notification which means application is under review.
- If a Bahamas Travel Health Visa application is denied, visitor will receive a denied notification and will not be permitted entry to The Bahamas.
- Travellers should not submit more than one application per person travelling (per trip). Do NOT submit multiple applications.
- For all questions regarding the Bahamas Travel Health Visa process, or to check on the status of your application, contact healthvisa@bahamas.com.
Why was my Bahamas Travel Health Visa application denied?
There are a number of reasons why Bahamas Travel Health Visa applications are not approved. Among the most common are:
COVID-19 Testing Reasons for Denial
- Incorrect COVID-19 test provided.Only COVID-19 RT-PCR Tests are accepted. COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test or COVID-19 Antibody Tests are NOT (Please note: additional details on how to upload a COVID-19 RT-PCR Test result to your visa application are outlined in questions above).
- Submitted COVID-19 RT-PCR Test has a positive result.Only negative results are accepted.
- Incorrect name. The name of patient on the submitted COVID-19 RT-PCR Test result must match the name of the traveller submitting the application for the Bahamas Travel Health Visa.
- Effective 27 December 2021, test results do not meet time criteria. COVID-19 RT-PCR Test must be administered (based on collection date of), within three days (72 hours) of the date of arrival. Any tests older than three days (72 hours) will be considered expired by the arrival date.
- COVID-19 RT-PCR Test result has insufficient information.Test result must display: patient name, date sample was collected, type of test performed, test result, and name and full address of lab facility to be valid.
- COVID-19 RT-PCR Test result is illegible. Please reapply and upload a clearer image.
- Lab facility where COVID-19 RT-PCR Test was performed is not accredited.Only results from accredited labs are accepted. For U.S. travellers, an accredited lab can be found at https://www.cdc.gov/clia/LabSearch.html
Is a print version of my electronic Bahamas Travel Health Visa required?
- Yes, please ensure you print your Approved Bahamas Travel Health Visa issued electronically by the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and the Bahamas Ministry of Health.
What if I do not complete the electronic Bahamas Travel Health Visa application form?
- Travellers who fail to complete an electronic Bahamas Travel Health Visa application form will be denied entry to The Bahamas and are subject to fines and possible imprisonment.
- Vaccinated travellers must provide valid proof of vaccination and a negative COVID-19 test from an accredited lab.
- Unvaccinated travellers must provide a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR Test from an accredited lab.
How long are Bahamas Travel Health Visas valid for? Will visitors and residents be required to get a new Bahamas Travel Health Visa each time they travel?
- Effective 27 December 2021, Bahamas Travel Health Visas are valid for 3-days from the date of the COVID-19 test sample was collected for entry into The Bahamas.
- Bahamas Travel Health Visas are valid for a 30-day period in The Bahamas as it pertains to the COVID-19 Health insurance. Yes, visitors will be required to get a new Bahamas Travel Health Visa each time they travel.
COVID-19 HEALTH INSURANCE
Does The Bahamas require separate COVID-19 Health Insurance?
- All visitors entering The Bahamas – vaccinated and unvaccinated – are required to opt into the Health Insurance coverage when applying for their Bahamas Travel Health Visa.
- The COVID-19 Health Insurance will cover visitors for up to thirty (30) days of their stay, in the event they become ill with COVID-19, while in The Bahamas.
What is included as part of the COVID-19 Health Insurance?
- Coverage includes:
- Medical expenses incurred on island due to COVID-19, up to $50,000 (USD)
- Trip interruption/delay for necessary quarantine or isolation due to COVID-19, up to $500 (USD) per day/$7,000 (USD) max
- Medical evacuation due to COVID-19, and subject to medical necessity, up to $50,000 (USD)
How much does the COVID-19 Health Insurance cost?
- The cost of the required COVID-19 Health Insurance is included in the Bahamas Health Visa and paid in advance of travel.
Upon Arrival: Fully Vaccinated Travellers
Do I need to quarantine upon arrival in The Bahamas?
- No, there are currently no quarantine requirements for those travelling with approved Bahamas Travel Health Visas.
Can I travel to every island in The Bahamas?
- All islands in The Bahamas are open to international and domestic arrivals, including commercial and private aircraft, as well as private yachts and pleasure crafts.
- From time to time, the Government of The Bahamas may restrict travel into or out of certain islands.
- Travellers should check the status of their island destination before travelling, by visiting Bahamas.com/travelupdates.
Are there additional testing or monitoring requirements for vaccinated travellers on island?
- Effective 2 March 2022, The Bahamas removed on-island testing protocols as a result of declining cases.
What documents are required for travellers to bring to the approved testing sites?
- All travellers will have to bring their approved Travel Health Visa with QR code used to enter The Bahamas along with a Government-issued form of identification (Passport, Driver's License, etc.).
Am I required to complete a daily Health Questionnaire as a vaccinated traveller?
- No, fully vaccinated travellers are exempt from completing the daily Health Questionnaire.
- Any visitor who exhibits COVID-19 symptoms upon arrival or at any time during their stay will be required to take a COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test and receive a negative result before being permitted to continue with their vacation.
- If a person tests positive, they will be required to follow up with a COVID-19 RT-PCR Test.
- If a person tests negative with the follow-up COVID-19 RT-PCR Test, they are permitted to continue with their vacation.
- If a person tests positive with the follow-up COVID-19 RT-PCR Test, they will be required to isolate for 5-14 days depending on the severity of the symptoms. Person must have a consultation with a Public Health Official to receive a release from isolation.
Upon Arrival: Unvaccinated Travellers
Do I need to quarantine upon arrival in The Bahamas?
- No, there are currently no quarantine requirements for those travelling with approved Bahamas Travel Health Visas.
Can I travel to every island in The Bahamas?
- All islands in The Bahamas are open to international and domestic arrivals, including commercial and private aircraft, as well as private yachts and pleasure craft.
- From time to time, the Government of The Bahamas may restrict travel into or out of certain islands.
- Travellers should check the status of their island destination before travelling, by visiting Bahamas.com/travelupdates.
Are there additional testing or monitoring requirements for unvaccinated travellers on island?
Effective 2 March 2022, The Bahamas removed on-island testing protocols as a result of declining cases.
Daily Health Questionnaire: All unvaccinated persons travelling into and throughout The Bahamas will be required to complete a short daily Health Questionnaire.
- The questionnaire must be completed upon arrival and each day thereafter for up to 14 days, or the duration of their stay, whichever is shorter.
- This includes the day of departure, if travelling less than 14 days.
Any visitor who exhibits COVID-19 symptoms upon arrival or at any time during their stay will be required to take a COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test and receive a negative result before being permitted to continue with their vacation.
- If a person tests positive, they will be required to follow up with a COVID-19 RT-PCR Test.
- If a person tests negative with the follow-up COVID-19 RT-PCR Test, they are permitted to continue with their vacation.
- If a person tests positive with the follow-up COVID-19 RT-PCR Test, they will be required to isolate for 7-14 days depending on the severity of the symptoms. Person must have a consultation with a Public Health Official to receive a release from isolation.
Are there any testing requirements for hotel check-in?
- Guests should check with their hotels directly for any hotel check-in requirements.
Do I need to take a COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test if I’m travelling domestically inter-island?
- COVID-19 testing is no longer required for persons travelling inter-island (domestic) within The Bahamas, regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status (unvaccinated or fully vaccinated).
What happens if I don’t complete the daily Health Questionnaire?
- Compliance with the daily Health Questionnaire is required for all unvaccinated travellers, and those who fail to comply will be subject to penalties.
- Unvaccinated visitors who fail to complete the daily Health Questionnaire will be deported.
How will the Ministry combat the risk of asymptomatic persons?
- The Ministry is implementing these new protocols to mitigate the risk by ensuring multiple testing touch points which include testing prior to arrival, as well as tracking, and monitoring.
On Island Experience: Tourism Protocols (All Travellers)
Restaurants, Businesses and Attractions
Are on-island businesses, restaurants and attractions operating normally?
- Notwithstanding any public health restrictions that may be implemented from time to time, all travellers abiding by these new protocols will be permitted to move about and explore the beauty and vibrant culture of The Bahamas beyond the confines of their hotel or other accommodations.
- Conditions and instances of the virus can be different on each of the 16 islands available to welcome visitors, which may lead to increased restrictions for businesses, restaurants, beaches and attractions.
- Travellers should check the status of their island destination before travelling, by visiting the “Know Before You Go” Interactive Island Guide on Bahamas.com/travelupdates.
What is the status of beaches and parks?
- All public and private beaches and parks are operating normally. Please check our Interactive Island Guide for details.
What is the status of restaurants?
- Restaurants on most islands are allowed to operate indoor and outdoor dining, as well as curbside pickup, delivery, drive thru and takeaway; however, some restrictions are in place by island. Please check our Interactive Island Guide for details.
When do I have to wear a face mask?
- All travellers must wear a face mask in any situation where it is necessary to, such as:
- When entering and transiting air and sea terminals
- During security and customs screenings
- At baggage claim
- When checking in and boarding aircraft, vessel or other form of transportation
- When travelling in a taxi
- When standing in lines
- When entering any establishment
- While checking into a hotel
Do I have to wear a face mask at the beach?
- Face masks are not mandatory on the beach but must be worn in all other public spaces that surround the beach and while entering and exiting the beach.
- Social distancing is mandatory on the beach.
What if I don’t wear a face mask?
- All persons, including Bahamian residents and visitors, are subject to a fine of $250 or a penalty of one month imprisonment, or both, if they are found not wearing face masks in areas where it is required.
What is the WTTC SafeTravels Stamp and what does it mean that The Bahamas has one?
- The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), alongside it’s members, governments, health experts, and other industry associations are working together to achieve effective recovery protocols by developing meaningful action plans that optimise sector-wide recovery efforts.
- The SafeTravels Stamp was created for travellers to recognize destinations and businesses around the world which have adopted the SafeTravels health and hygiene global standardized protocols – so consumers can experience ‘Safe Travels’.
- The Bahamas is proud to have been recognized as a SafeTravels destination by the WTTC for our travel protocols.
What is the “Clean & Pristine” Certification?
- A Certification Agency has been established - representing a collaboration between the Ministry of Tourism & Aviation, Ministry of Health, and other regulatory agencies - to enforce a “Clean & Pristine” Certification Program.
- All tourism related, customer-facing entities in The Bahamas must verify they have in place and are adhering to the Government approved health and safety guidelines to receive Clean & Pristine certification. Adequate signage outlining policies will be clearly displayed at all locations, helping to guide staff and visitors.
What are the safety measures in place for frontline staff and those who work in the tourism industry at all points of entry?
- All tourism related, customer-facing entities in The Bahamas must verify they have in place and are adhering to the Government approved health and safety guidelines outlined by the Clean & Pristine certification (more on Clean & Pristine certification below).
- All visitors, staff and residents are required to practice social distancing and adhere to mandatory mask wearing in public places.
What does this mean for Taxis and Independent Cars?
- Passengers to wear masks at all times throughout journey
- Passengers should not ride in front seat
- Vehicles to reduce the maximum number of people by 50%:
- Sedans = 2 persons
- SUVs = 4 persons
- Maximum number of persons can increase if all persons are from the same household
What does this mean for Hotels, Resorts and Vacation Rentals?
- Extensive health and safety protocols enforced; details will be clearly stated by specific institutions
- Enhanced cleaning for guest rooms
- Hand sanitizer and disinfectant readily available
- Employee health monitoring
- Limiting number of guests in elevators
What does this mean for Restaurants, Food & Beverage Services?
- Buffets discontinued until further notice
- All meals must be served at individual tables where social distance is adhered to, or meals must be prepackaged.
- Disposable menus offered or displayed on monitors or chalkboards
- Seating to accommodate for physical distancing of guests; limiting number of guests
What does this mean for Excursions, Tours, Local Attractions and Shopping?
- Maximum number of guests and duration of guest visit limited
- Guests to use personal gear (such as snorkelling gear) as appropriate
- Guests will not be allowed to touch products unless purchasing
- Cashless sales encouraged
- Beach chairs to allow 6ft. physical distancing between family units; gatherings limited to 5 persons
- Cleaning timetable / checklist to be maintained
What does this mean for Vessel and Water Taxi operations?
- Maximum number of passengers on board reduced by 50%
- Passenger seating assigned to ensure proper distancing
- Vessel sanitizing:
- Before any passenger embarks
- Between all passenger exchanges
- On high touch surfaces consistently during passage
- At end of each day
Potential Changes For Requirements
What is the plan for the tourism industry, should The Bahamas see a dramatic rise in cases?
- Due to the fluidity of the COVID-19 situation, both in The Bahamas and worldwide, protocols are subject to change.
- The Bahamas is an archipelago with more than 700 islands and cays, spread over 100,000 square miles, which means conditions and instances of the virus can be different on each of the 16 islands available to welcome visitors.
- Travellers should check the status of their island destination before travelling, by visiting Bahamas.com/travelupdates.
Will persons wishing to travel from an island with a higher number of cases be permitted to enter an island with a low number of cases?
- All travellers must follow appropriate testing protocols based on vaccination status to be granted entry to any island.
- Per the current Health Services Rules, there are restrictions for persons travelling from an island with mandatory lockdown orders in place.
- A person should not be permitted to travel from an island for which notice has been given of an impending lockdown order or for which additional measures and restrictions have been imposed.
- Travellers should check the status of their island destination before travelling, by visiting Bahamas.com/travelupdates.
Departure: All Travellers
Will I need a negative COVID-19 test to depart from The Bahamas?
- Please check your local government guidelines prior to your visit to determine return requirements as some countries may require negative test results for re-entry regardless of vaccination status.
Where can I find an approved testing facility?
- For a list of approved testing sites, please see below
Covid-19 testing sites
The Abacos
Spanish Cay
Spanish Cay guest testing only
Spanish Cay, Abaco Cays
(242) 807-0317
www.spanishcay.com
Green Turtle Cay
Concierge services available by booking, additional fees apply
Green Turtle, Abaco Cays
Nurse Practitioner Trina Sasine
(229) 798-0233
M-F: 9:00AM - 3:00PM | Sat/Sun: Concierge upon request
Corbett Medical Centre
Corbett Medical Centre, Treasure Cay
Mon-Sun: By appointment only
Email: pattialbury@abacohealthservices.com
Facebook: Abaco Health Services
Baker’s Bay Medical Clinic
Guest testing only
Guana Cay, Abaco Cays
(242) 577-0325
bakersbayclub.com
Integrated Medical Centre
Resilience Square, Don MacKay Blvd, Abaco (Sebas' Plaza)
(242) 458-1234 or (242) 367-1304
M-F: 10:00AM - 3:00PM, Sat/Sun: By appointment only
Abaco Beach Resort and Boat Harbour Marina
Only testing Hotel and Marina Guests and Marina Guests that use Marina as a Port of Entry
Bay St, Marsh Harbour
(242) 367-2158
abacobeachresort.com/marina/
Abaco Club on Winding Bay
Abaco Club on Winding Bay Guests and Members testing only
Cherokee, Abaco
(242) 367-0077
theabacoclub.com
Moore's Island Clinic
Moore's Island, Abaco Cays
(242) 577-4257
M-F: 10:00AM - 2:00PM
The Sandpiper Inn
Guest testing only, concierge services available for booking, additional fees apply
Schooner Bay Village, Abaco
(242) 699-2056
sandpiperabaco.com
Hope Town Clinic
Hope Town, Abaco Cays
M-F: 3:00PM - 7:00PM | Weekends: By appointment only
(242) 577-4257
Acklins & Crooked Island
Spring Point Clinic
Spring Point, Acklins
(242) 344-3172
Thurs & Fri: 9:00AM - 2:00PM
Colonel Hill Community Clinic
Colonel Hill
(242) 344-2350
M-F: 8:00AM - 5:00PM | Weekends: By appointment only
Landrail Point Community Clinic
Landrail Point
(242) 344-2166
M-F: 8:00AM - 5:00PM | Weekends: By appointment only
Andros
Swain's Cay Lodge
Guest testing only
Mangrove Cay, Andros
(242) 422-5018
www.swainscaylodge.com
Caerula Mar Club
Guest testing only
Queen's Hwy, Driggs Hill Settlement, Congo Town, Andros
(242) 369-1515
www.caerulamar.com
Central Andros ProMed Concierge Services
Concierge services available for booking, additional fees apply.
Mon-Sun: By appointment only.
Central and North Andros
(242) 471-2631
msgenikabraynen@gmail.com
Andros South Lodge
Guest testing only
#1 Rahming Way, Johnson Bay Dock, Kemps Bay, Congo Town, Andros
(907) 563-9788
androssouthlodge.com
Bair’s Lodge
Guest testing only
Queens Highway, Little Creek, Congo Town, Andros
(307) 200-1747
www.bairslodge.com
Tiamo Resort
Guest testing only
Drigg’s Hill, Mangrove Cay, Andros
(786) 374-2442
www.tiamoresorts.com
Andros Beach Club
Guest testing only
The Bluff, South Andros
(954) 681-4818 or (242) 554-0411
androsbeachclub.com
Nicholl's Town Community Clinic
Testing will be available as of Dec 16th by appointment
Dr. Natasha Bootle
Andros
(242) 329-2055
Fresh Creek Clinic
Testing will be available as of Dec 16th by appointment
Nurse Alberta Edgecombe
Andros
(242) 368-2038 (242) 368-2050
Mangrove Cay Clinic
Nurse Alberta Edgecombe
Andros
(242) 368-2038
Miriam Green Clinic
Nurse Rahming
Congo Town, Andros
(242) 369-4849
Da Bay Area Bonefish Lodge
Guest testing only
Mar’s Bay, South Andros
(607) 760-2270
https://dabayarealodge.weebly.com
Flamingo Cay
Guest testing only
West Side National Park, West Andros
(954) 812-9569
http://flamingocay.com
Forfar Field Station
Guest testing only
Forfar Field Station, Queen's Highway, Blanket Sound
(242) 368-6129
https://www.intlfieldstudies.org
Kamalame Cay
Guest testing only
Great Barrier Reef, Andros
(800) 790-7971
https://www.kamalame.com
Mangrove Cay Community Clinic
Guest testing only
Mangrove Cay, Andros
(242) 369-0089 or (242) 225-2203
Mangrove Cay Club
Guest testing only
Mangrove Cay, South Andros
(242) 369-0731
https://www.mangrovecayclub.com
Mars Bay Bonefish Lodge
Guest testing only
Mars Bay, Congo Town, South Andros
(242) 357-2106
http://www.androsbonefish.com/
Pleasant Bay Bonefishing Lodge
Guest testing only
Pleasant Bay, South Andros
(242) 471-2631
https://www.pleasantbaybonefishing.com
Seascape Inn
Guest testing only
Mangrove Cay, Andros
(242) 369-0342
https://www.seascapeinn.com
Small Hope Bay Lodge
Guest testing only
Fresh Creek, Andros
(242) 368-2014
https://www.smallhope.com
The Berry Islands
Chub Cay Club
Chub Cay guest testing only
Chub Cay, Berry Islands
(786) 638-3342
www.chubcay.com
Coco Cay
Guest testing only
Little Stirrup Cay, Berry Islands Nurse Lorell Cartwright
(866) 562-7625
www.royalcaribbean.com
Great Harbour Cay Area & Marina
Concierge services available by booking
Nurse Lorell Cartwright
(242) 451-1517
www.greatharbourcaymarina.com
Great Stirrup Cay
Guest testing only. Concierge services available by booking, additional fees apply
Great Stirrup Cay, Berry Islands
(866) 234-7350
www.ncl.com
Bimini
.
Bimini Biological Field Station
- Guest testing only
15 Elizabeth Drive, South Bimini
(242) 347-4538
admin@biminisharklab.com
https://www.biminisharklab.com
Cat Cay Yacht Club
- Guest testing only
Cat Cay, Bimini
(954) 302-3131
www.catcayyachtclub.com
Javon Medical Center
Mall Mart Plaza, Alice Town, Bimini
(Diagonally across the road from Bimini Big Game Club Resort & Marina)
(242) 347-3123
Mon-Sun: By appointment only
MSC Ocean Cay
- Guest testing only
Ocean Cay, South Bimini
(833) 244-1224
https://www.mscoceancay.com
Nurse on Call Concierge
- Concierge services available for booking, additional fees apply
Nurse Diana Robins
(242) 474-1141 or (242) 823-8357
Mon-Sun: By appointment only
oncallnursing@outlook.com
Resorts World Bimini
- Guest testing only
Alice Town, North Bimini
1 (800) 930-8688
https://www.rwbimini.com
Cat Island
Fernandez Bay Village
- Guest testing only
New Bight, Cat Island
(242) 824-3043
https://www.fernandezbayvillage.com
Fountain Bay Resort
- Guest testing only
New Bight, Cat Island
(242) 342-3207
https://fountainbaybahamas.com
Hawk’s Nest Resort and Marina
- Guest testing only
French Bay, New Bight, Cat Island
(242) 342-7050
https://hawks-nest.com
Old Bight Community Clinic
Old Bight, Central Cat Island
(242) 342-4049
M-F: 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Orange Creek Community Clinic
Orange Creek, North Cat Island
(242) 354-4050
M-F: 12:00PM - 2:00PM
Rollezz Villas Beach Resort
- Guest testing only
1 Joe Sound Creek, Old Bight, Cat Island
(242) 474-8661
www.rollezz.com
Shanna’s Cove Resort
- Guest testing only
Shanna Bay, Orange Creek, Cat Island
(242) 359-9507
Mon-Sun: By appointment only
https://www.shannas-cove.com
Smith’s Bay Community Clinic
Smith’s Bay, Central Cat Island
(242) 342-3026
M-F: 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Eleuthera & Harbour Island
Angels on Earth Concierge Service
Concierge services available in South & Central Eleuthera, additional fees & conditions apply.
(242) 554-5968 or (242) 437-6917
Mon-Sun: By appointment only
2022angelsonearth@gmail.com
Bahama House
Guest testing only Dunmore Street, Dunmore Town, Harbour Island.
(970) 237-5985
https://elevenexperience.com
Bahamas House calls Concierge
Concierge services available in Eleuthera, additional fees & conditions apply.
Aqua Loft Building, North Eleuthera Airport, Eleuthera
(Across the street from the North Eleuthera and Whitecrown Airport)
(242) 699-5477, (242) 427-8823 or (242) 814-2130
For Concierge: bahamashousecallsconcierge@gmail.com
Airport Location: Mon-Sat: 9:00AM - 5:00PM | Sunday: 9:00AM - 3:00PM
Concierge: By appointment only - additional fees apply
Bahamas Wellness – Spanish Wells
Concierge services are also available for booking, additional fees apply.
Eagles Landing, Main Street, Spanish Wells, Eleuthera
(242) 333-4869 or (242) 359-7555
M-F: 9:30AM - 5:30PM | Sat/Sun: By appointment only (242) 819-1167
wellnessclinic.bs
Bahamas Wellness-Palmeto Point
Concierge services available for booking, additional fees apply.
Church Street, North Palmetto, Eleuthera
(242) 333-4869 or (242) 359-7555
M-F: 9:30AM - 5:30PM | Sat/Sun: By appointment only (242) 819-1167
wellnessclinic.bs
Bahamas Wellness - Lower Bogue
Concierge services available for booking, additional fees & conditions apply.
Appointment Required
Call/Text/WhatsApp: (242) 828-7545 or (242) 805-6587
For Concierge: concierge@bahamaswellness.org
M-F: 9:00AM - 5:00PM | Weekend & Holiday testing available – additional fees apply
customercare@bahamaswellness.org
Briland Premier Medical Center
Concierge services available for booking, additional fees apply
Bay Street, Dunmore Town, Harbour Island
(242) 699-5451
Mon-Sun: By appointment only
www.brilandpremier.com
Cape Eleuthera Resort & Marina
Guest testing only
Rock Sound, Eleuthera
(242) 334-8552
http://www.ceibahamas.org
Family Medicine Centre - Rock Sound
Queen’s Highway, Rock Sound, Eleuthera
(242) 334-2500
M-F: 8:30AM - 4:30PM | Weekends: Please book
www.familymedicinecenter.org
French Leave Resort
Guest testing only
Governor’s Harbour, Eleuthera
(242) 332-3778
https://frenchleaveresort.com
Reliable Nursing Services - Harbour Island
Concierge services only, additional fees apply
(242) 470-5474 or (242) 544-3112 - Call or WhatsApp
reliablenursingservices242HI@gmail.com
Mon-Sun: By appointment
Spanish Wells Medical Centre
Concierge services available for booking, additional fees apply
Main Street, Spanish Wells
(242) 422-9952
Mon-Fri: By appointment only, please call
Spanish Wells Medical Centre - Harbour Island
Concierge services available for booking, additional fees apply
(242) 829-4634
Mon-Sun: 9:30:00AM - 4:00PM
Spanish Wells Medical Centre - North Eleuthera Airport
Airport Road, North Eleuthera
(242) 422-9952
Mon-Sun: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
(or whenever International Flights are in)
The Island School
Guest testing only
Rock Sound, Eleuthera
(242) 334-8551
http://www.islandschool.org
The Ocean View Club
Guest testing only
Concierge services available for booking, additional fees apply
Dunmore Town, Harbour Island, Eleuthera73
(242) 333-2276
http://www.ilovetheoceanview.com
The Other Side
Guest testing only
Concierge services available for booking, additional fees apply
Dunmore Town, Harbour Island, Eleuthera
(242) 333-2276
http://www.ontheos.com
The Exumas
Black Point Community Clinic
Black Point, Exuma
(Across from the school)
(242) 524-8420 or (242) 355-3007
M/W/F: 9:00AM - 1:00PM
Di-Ara Comprehensive Medical Center - Emerald Bay
Concierge services also available for booking, additional fees apply
Emerald Bay Plaza, Farmer’s Hill, Great Exuma
(Opposite Sandals and Grand Isles)
(242) 358-4042
M-F: 9:00AM - 5:00PM | Weekends: Concierge upon request
Di-Ara Comprehensive Medical Center - Georgetown
Georgetown, Great Exuma
(Directly behind H G Christie across the street from the Peace and Plenty Hotel)
(242) 358-4042
M-F: 9:00AM - 5:00PM | Weekends: Concierge upon request
Highbourne Cay
Marina & Hotel guest testing only
Highbourne Cay, Exuma Cays
(242) 427-1003
highbournecaybahamas.com
Staniel Cay Yacht Club
Staniel Cay, Exuma Cays
(242) 355-2024
www.stanielcay.com
Covidtesting@stanielcay.com
Staniel Cay, Exuma Cays
(242) 355-2101
www.embraceresort.com
Exuma Family Medicine Clinic
Georgetown, Exuma
(Inside the Seaside Real Estate Building)
(242) 336-2001
M-F: 9:00AM - 5:00PM | Weekends: Closed
Farmer’s Cay Clinic
Farmer’s Cay, Exuma Cays
(242) 454-0613
T/Th: 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Over Yonder Cay
Guest testing only
Over Yonder Cay, Exuma Cays
(713) 547-5715
https://overyondercay.com
Sandals Resort Emerald Bay
Guest testing only
Emerald Bay, Queen’s Highway, Great Exuma
(242) 336-6800
https://www.sandals.com/emerald-bay/
Freeport - Grand Bahama
Bonaventure Medical Laboratory
West Mall Drive, Freeport
(Almost opposite the Kidney Centre)
(242) 352-5220
M-F: 8:00AM - 4:00PM | Weekends: Closed
http://bonaventurelab.com/index.html
Doctor’s Hospital Concierge
Concierge services available for booking
Christopher Rolle
(242) 825 8013
Mon-Sun: 7:00AM - 6:00PM
christopher.rolle@doctorshosp.com
East End Lodge
Guest testing only
McClean’s Town, East End Grand Bahama
(561) 354-8005
https://eastendlodge.com
Family Medicine Center - Grand Bahama International Airport
Next to the Bahamas Air Cargo Building
(Across from the Grand Bahama International Airport
(242) 427-4070
Daily: 8:00AM - 4:00PM
https://www.familymedicinecenter.org
North Riding Point Club
Guest testing only
Burnside Cove, Old Freetown, Grand Bahama
(242) 727-4250
https://nrpcbonefishing.com
Paradise Healthcare Services
St. Judes Medical Centre, 11B Coral Road, Freeport
(242) 373-2544
Mon-Sat: 7:30AM-3:30PM
Sunday: 2:00PM - 6:00PM
The Medical Pavilion
Concierge services also available for booking, additional fees apply
E Sunrise Hwy, Freeport
(242) 373-1122
M-F: 8:00AM - 4:00PM | Saturdays: 8:30AM - 12:00PM
www.yourpavilion.com
The New Sunrise Medical Center
Sunrise Medical Center, E Sunrise Hwy, Freeport
(242) 373-3333
M-F: 9:00AM - 1:00PM & 2:00PM - 3:45PM |
Saturday: 9:00AM - 10:30PM |
Sundays & Holidays: Closed
Inagua
Matthew Town Community Clinic
Matthew Town
(242) 453-8040 or (242) 805-8968
M-F: 9:00AM - 3:00PM | Weekends: By appointment only
Long Island
Clarence Town Community Clinic
Clarence Town
(242) 337-3333
M-F: 9:00AM - 5:00PM | Weekends by appointment only
Deadman's Cay Community Clinic
Deadman's Cay
(242) 337-1222 or (242) 337-1224
M-F: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Flying Fish Marina
Clarence Town
(242) 337-3430
http://www.flyingfishmarina.com
Simm’s Community Clinic
Simm’s
(242) 338-8488
M-F: 12:00AM - 3:00PM
Mayaguana
Abraham’s Bay Clinic
Abraham’s Bay
(242) 823-8157
Wed: 9:30AM - 3:00PM
Nassau & Paradise Island
Albany
Guest testing only
South Ocean Road, Nassau
(242) 676-6000
https://www.albanybahamas.com
Atlantis
Guest testing only
One Casino Drive, Paradise Island
(242) 363-3000
www.atlantisbahamas.com
Baha Mar
Guest testing only
Baha Mar Boulevard, Nassau
(242) 788-8000
https://bahamar.com
Bay Street Marina
Marina guests only
E Bay St, Nassau
(242) 676-7000
Monday - Sunday: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
www.baystreetmarina.com
Bay Street Medical
Concierge services available for booking, additional fees apply
#19 Marlborough St, Nassau
M-F: 8:00AM - 6:00PM | Sat: 10:00AM - 4:00PM | Sun: 1:00PM - 5:00PM
(242) 326-5230/5 or (242) 677-0201
https://baystmedical.com
Bonaventure Medical Laboratory - Centerville
East Ave (Near Centerville Food Store), Centerville, Nassau
(242) 328-3518
M-F: 7:30AM - 5:00PM | Saturday: 8:00AM - 2:00PM | Sunday: Closed
bonaventurelab.com
Bonaventure Medical Laboratory - Sandyport
Sandyport Plaza, Nassau
(242) 327-2230
M-F: 8:30AM - 4:30PM | Weekends: Closed
bonaventurelab.com
Bonaventure Medical Laboratory - Wulff Road
Wulff Road (Across from FYP), Nassau
(242) 328-5020
bonaventurelab.com
British Colonial Hilton
One Bay Street, Nassau
(242) 302-9000
www.hilton.com
Capriata Health and Wellness
Mobile clinic and telemedicine services only
Mon-Sun: Home clinic and telemedicine services by appointment only
capriatahealthandwellness@gmail.com
(242) 806-0199
https://www.capriatahealthandwellness.com
Comfort Suites Paradise Island
Guest testing only
Paradise Island Dr., Paradise Island
(242) 363-3680
https://www.comfortsuitespi.com
Family Medicine Centre
Rivington Center, Blake Rd, Nassau
(242) 702-9310
M-F: 8:30AM - 4:30PM | Weekends: Closed
www.familymedicinecenter.org
Fusion Superplex
Gladstone Road, Nassau
(242) 603-4629
https://www.fusionsuperplex.com
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Nassau
Guest testing only
West Bay Street & Nassau Street, Nassau
(242) 322-1515
www.ihg.com
The Island House
Guest testing only
Mahogany Hill, Western Rd, Nassau
(242) 698-6300
the-island-house.com/contact/
Island MD - Medical Concierge
Guest testing only
Mobile and concierge services only
Mon-Sun: Lab services 9:00AM - 9:00PM
islandmdbahamas@gmail.com
(242) 808-0200
www.islandmdbahamas.com
Kinetic Integrative Wellness
Mobile and concierge services only
East Miller's Close, Nassau
M-F: 8:30AM - 4:30PM | Sat: 9:00AM - 2:00PM | Sun/After Hours/Holidays: On-call services available
(242) 456-3127 or (242) 565-5596
kihw242@gmail.com
Lyford Cay Hospital
Concierge services only, additional fees apply
Western Rd, Nassau
(242) 362-4400
Margaritaville Beach Resort
Guest testing only by appointment
The Pointe, Nassau
(242) 603-8400
https://www.margaritavilleresorts.com
MD Suite Walk-in Medical Clinic
The Shops at Carmichael Plaza West
(242) 341-3302
Mon-Sat: 9:00AM - 5:00PM | Sundays: 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Nassau Yacht Haven Marina
Marina guests only
70 E Bay St, Nassau
(242) 393-8173
www.nassauyachthaven.com
Premier Clinical Laboratory - Collin’s Avenue
121 Collins Avenue, Nassau
(Frank Hanna Cleaning Company's Building)
(242) 325-2030
M-F: 7:00AM - 5:00PM | Weekends: Saturdays from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
premierclinicallaboratory.com
Premier Clinical Laboratory - Carmichael
#8 Carmichael Road, Nassau
(Across from Bamboo Shack)
(242) 361-0128
M-F: 7:00AM - 3:00PM | Weekends: Saturdays from 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
premierclinicallaboratory.com
Reliable Nursing Services
Concierge services only, additional fees apply
Mon-Sun: By appointment
(242) 544-3112
reliablenursingservices242@gmail.com
Riu Hotel & Resort
Guest testing only
6307 Casino Dr., Paradise Island
(242) 363-3500
https://www.riu.com/
Sandyport Beach Resort
Guest testing only
Sandyport, Nassau
(242) 327-4279
www.sandyportresort.com
Sandyport Medical Centre
Sandyport Dr., Sandyport, Nassau
(Next to First Caribbean Bank)
Mon-Thurs: 9:00AM - 5:30PM | Friday: 9:00AM - 3:00PM | Weekends: Closed
(242) 327-6100
https://www.albanybahamas.com
Montague Medical Clinic
East Shirley Street
(242) 394-0086
M-F: 9:00AM - 12:00PM | Weekends: Closed
Javon Medical Centre
6th Terrace, Centreville, Nassau
(242) 328-1224
M&F: 8:00AM - 4:00PM | Tue & Thur: 8:00AM - 7:00PM | W&Sat: 8:00AM - 1:00PM | Sun: Closed
Caribbean Health Medical Lab
#59 Montrose Ave, Nassau
(242) 677-4200
M-F: 7:00AM - 4:45PM | Weekends: Closed
caribbean-health.business.site
KELSO Medical Laboratory
#10 Collins Ave, Nassau
(242) 322-7994
M-F: 7:00AM - 5:00PM
www.kelsolab.com
Doctors Hospital
#1 Collins Ave, Nassau
(242) 302-4600
M-F 8:00AM - 5:00PM | Sat: 9:00AM - 1:00PM | Sun: Closed
www.doctorshosp.com
Breezes Resort
Guest testing only
West Bay St, Nassau
(242) 424-8704
www.breezes.com
Warwick Paradise Island Bahamas
Guest testing only
Harbour Drive, Paradise Island, Bahamas
(242) 363-2560 | Info.wpib@warwickhotels.com
M-S: 9:30AM - 12:30PM | Sun: Closed
www.warwickhotels.com/warwick-paradise-island-bahamas/
Ragged Island
Lost Key Fishing Lodge & Resort
Guest testing only
Duncan Town, Ragged Island
(530) 941-8524
https://lostkeylodge.com
Rum Cay
Port Nelson Community Clinic
Port Nelson
(242) 479-8044
T/Th: 9:00AM - 1:00PM
San Salvador
Aunties Antigen Testing
Concierge services available for booking, additional fees apply
Patient Care Technician Chawvez Black
Mon-Sun: By appointment only
chawvezsansalvador@gmail.com
(242) 452-0832
Cockburn Town Community Clinic
Cockburn Town
Patient Care Technician Chawvez Black
Mon-Sun: By appointment only
chawvezsansalvador@gmail.com
(242) 331-2105/6
Riding Rock Inn Resort & Marina
Queen’s Highway, Cockburn Town
(242) 331-2631
https://ridingrock.com
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