Extension of Stay - Bahamas Immigration Department

Extend Your Visit

Visitors who wish to stay in The Bahamas beyond the period granted at entry may apply for an extension of stay. Extensions are granted only to applicants who qualify.

Apply before your current period of stay expires. Overstaying is a punishable offence.

Processing Fee

A non-refundable processing fee of $200.00 applies to all extension of stay applications.

Interview Requirement

All applicants must still be interviewed in person by an extension officer.

What to Bring

To be considered for a visitor’s extension, you must provide the following to the extension officer:

• A valid passport
• Return ticket or Temporary Cruising Permit
• The Immigration Landing Card
• Evidence of Bahamian visa, if applicable
• Reason for the extension of stay
• Local address
• Valid email address
• Mobile telephone number
• Sponsor’s passport and address, if applicable
• Proof of payment of the $200.00 processing fee. Accepted payment methods are credit/debit card, bank draft, or Bahamas Postal Money Order.

Failure to provide the required documents may result in your application being denied.

How to Apply

Extension services are available to walk-in clients and by appointment.

Visitors in New Providence and Grand Bahama can book an appointment online.

Visitors in the Family Islands should contact their local Immigration Office to schedule an appointment.

Visitors in locations without an Immigration Office can get help with extension requests through the Bahamas Customs & Excise Department or the Family Island Administrator.