Last updated: 2024-05-31 11:19:12
Tourist Visa
For Indian nationals planning to visit the Bahamas, a visa waiver is available under certain conditions. Additionally, general requirements for a tourist visa application are outlined below.
Visa Waiver Conditions for Indian Nationals
Indian nationals do not require a visa to visit the Bahamas if they meet the following conditions:
• Visa Holders: They hold a valid visa issued by Canada, the United Kingdom, the USA, or any Schengen Member State for a maximum stay of 90 days.
• Permanent Residence Permit Holders: They hold a Permanent Residence Permit issued by the United Kingdom or any Schengen Member State for a maximum stay of 90 days.
• USA Permanent Resident/Resident Alien Card Holders (Form I-551): For a maximum stay of 30 days.
• Canada Permanent Resident Card Holders: For a maximum stay of 30 days.
Important Note:
Applicants are required to submit their biometrics at the Visa Application Center with a prior appointment.
Documents Required for a Tourist Visa Application
• Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages.
• Original Old Passport Booklets: If any.
2 .Photographs
• Quantity: 2 photographs each.
• Specifications:
• White background
• Glossy finish
• 80% face covered with a little shoulder visible
• Eyes and face must be clearly visible
• Dimensions: 45mm x 35mm
3. Covering Letter
• Addressed to: The Visa Officer, British Deputy High Commission, Chennai.
• Details:
• Brief profile of the applicants
• Purpose of travel with travel dates
• On plain paper for individuals and on company letterhead for officials/sponsored applicants
4. Bank Statements
• Original Bank Statements:
• Personal and company’s bank statements for the last 6 months.
• Must have the seal and signature from the bank.
• Should show proof of funds and income.
• Should be of relevant and active accounts.
• Preferably close to the visa application date.
• Preferred size: A4.
5. IT Returns
• Latest 3 years: Income Tax Acknowledgement/ITR-V (Saral) for individuals and the company.
Itinerary / Air Tickets
• Return Air Tickets: Include all internal flight/train tickets if any.
• Day-wise Itinerary: Detailed itinerary of the tour.
Purpose of Travel / Accommodation
• Proof of Accommodation/Purpose:
• Booking Certificate and payment receipts from the tour operator.
• Hotel vouchers.
Supporting Credentials
• Businessmen:
• Proprietorship Certificate/Certificate of Registration.
• Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association.
• Partnership Deed.
• PAN Card.
• NOC from other partners or Directors in case of partnership.
• Employees:
• Leave sanction letter from the company (Government body for public servants).
• Last 3 months' salary statements (for private firms).
• Company ID card (optional).
• Retirement Certificate/Letter or Copy of Pension Book (for retired employees).
• Pension statements for the last three months.
• Students:
• Leave sanction letter from the educational institution (for travel during working days).
• Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution (for travel during vacations).
• School/College ID card (optional).
• Newly Wed / Honeymooners:
• Marriage Certificate (Original).
• Wedding Invitation card/Photographs (if the marriage certificate is not ready).
• Children traveling unaccompanied by both parents/either parent:
• Notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from both/either parent respectively.
• Passport copies of both/either parent.
• If parents don't have passports, birth certificate of the applicant and copies of the ID cards of the parents.
• Travelers unaccompanied by spouses/partners:
• Notary attested NOC on a stamp paper from the unaccompanied spouse.
• Passport copy of the unaccompanied spouse or any Govt ID proof mentioning spouse name.
Additional Supporting Documents (if available)
• FD Receipts from banks.
• Public shares/debentures certificates.
• Asset evaluation report from a CA.
Disclaimers
The above list of documents is the standard requirement for the visa application. The Embassy/Consulate/High Commission/Application Centres reserve the right to request additional documents for verification.
Travelspoc does not guarantee the outcome of any visa application. Decisions on visa applications are at the sole discretion of the respective Embassy/Consulate/High Commission.
Visa Application Centres and Embassy Information
Visas are handled by the British High Commission as The Bahamas is a British Overseas Territory.
UK Visa Application Centres: Delhi, Chandigarh, Mumbai South, Mumbai North, Pune Ahmedabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Cochin, Kolkatta, Gurgaon, Whitefield Bangalore
British High Commission New Delhi
Shantipath, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021
Tel : +91 (11) 2419 2100
Email : web.newdelhi@fco.gov.uk
British Deputy High Commission Mumbai
Naman Chambers, C/32 G Block Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai 400 051
Tel : +91 (22) 66502222
Email : web.newdelhi@fco.gov.uk
British Deputy High Commission Ahmedabad
Courtyard by Marriott, Ramdev Nagar Satellite Gujarat, Ahmedabad 380015
Tel : +91 (11) 2419 2100
Email : DHC.Ahmedabad@fco.gov.uk
British Deputy High Commission Chandigarh
178-178A, Elante Business Park, Unit C516, Fifth Floor, Industrial Area Phase 1, Chandigarh 160002
Tel : +91 82 8800 9897
Email : web.newdelhi@fco.gov.uk
British Deputy High Commission Kolkata
1A Ho Chi Minh Sarani, Kolkata 700071
Tel : +91 (33) 2288 5172/2288 5173-76
Email : web.newdelhi@fco.gov.uk
British Deputy High Commission Bengaluru
Prestige Takt, 23 Kasturba Road Cross, Bengaluru 560 001
Tel : +91 (80) 2210 0200
Email : web.newdelhi@fco.gov.uk
British Deputy High Commission Hyderabad
2nd Floor, Taj Deccan Hotel, Road No.1, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad 500 034
Tel : +91 (40) 6666 9147 / 48
Email : web.newdelhi@fco.gov.uk
British Deputy High Commission Chennai
20 Anderson Road, Chennai 600 006
Tel : +91 (44) 4219 2151
Email : web.newdelhi@fco.gov.uk
British Nationals Assistance Office Goa
303-304 Casa del Sol, Opposite Marriott Hotel, Miramar, Goa, Panaji 403001
Tel : +91 (832) 6636 777
Email : consular.goa@fco.gov.uk
