Used Household Goods and Personal Effects

Documents Required

• Original passport with entry visa
• Packing list
• Inventory list
• Letter authorizing destination agent to clear the shipment upon arrival

Specific Information

• Personal effects and household goods can be imported duty-free under the primary condition:
  • Household goods and personal effects are used and in reasonable quantities for personal use.

Motor Vehicles

Documents Required

• Ownership title
• Invoice (for recently purchased vehicles)

Specific Information

• Duties and taxes are as follows:
  • Value of $10,000 or less = 45% duty + 7% stamp tax
  • Value of $10,000-$20,000 = 50% duty + 7% stamp tax
  • Value of $20,000 or more = 65% duty + 7% stamp tax

Pets

• The requirements to transport dogs and cats may vary per origin country.
• If you wish to ship your pet, please contact the airline or country consulate/embassy for specific details concerning your type, breed, and documentation for pets. 

Restricted/Dutiable Items

• Antiques
• Plants (must be accompanied by a health certificate)
• Trailers and caravans
• Underwater guns (except for Hawaiian slings)
• Any articles that are contrary to Bahamian religious beliefs or morality

Prohibited Items

• Weapons and ammunition
• Drugs
• Fireworks and firecrackers
• Counterfeit currency
• Pornography

Consignment Instructions

Recommended: Contact the destination agent to ensure all requirements have been met prior to import, especially for differences regarding air / sea shipments.

Helpful Website(s):

https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/consularnotification/the-bahamas.html

https://www.usembassy.gov/bahamas/