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Bahamas Economic Permanent Residence

Permanent residence in a tax-free Caribbean hub through property.

Minimum investment
US$1M
Passport visa waiver (on citizenship)
158
Processing
3–6 months
Visit / stay
No minimum stay

Buy online · 2026

Bahamas Economic Permanent Residence

Become a Bahamas permanent resident investing in real estate for US$1M.

  1. ReserveUS$500 online
  2. Pre-eligibilityDue diligence screening
  3. Submit & investPaid to the government
  4. Residence permit3–6 months

Investment options · Frequently asked questions

Overview

The Bahamas grants economic permanent residence to buyers of a qualifying residential property. Since 1 January 2025 the minimum is US$1 million in a single property, and purchases of US$1.5 million or more receive accelerated consideration.

There is no minimum stay and no income, capital gains or inheritance tax. The Bahamas is less than an hour's flight from Florida.

Key benefits

  1. Permanent residence status from approval
  2. No personal income, capital gains or inheritance tax
  3. No minimum stay
  4. Accelerated processing for purchases of US$1.5 million or more
  5. Spouse and children included

Investment options

Residential property

Single qualifying property; threshold raised from US$750,000 on 1 Jan 2025.

US$1M

Accelerated consideration

Purchases of US$1.5M+ are fast-tracked.

US$1.5M

Family & requirements

Who can be included
Spouse and children
Visit or residence
No minimum stay
Processing time
3–6 months
  • No income, capital gains or inheritance tax
  • Permanent status from approval
  • Short flight from Florida

The Bahamas passport: travel access

158destinations without a visa in advance

Visa waiver, visa on arrival or electronic travel authorisation (eTA), per the Henley Passport Index. eVisas are not counted.

  • Schengen Area – no visa in advance
  • Ireland – no visa in advance
  • Canada – no visa in advance
  • United States – no visa in advance
  • Singapore – no visa in advance
  • Japan – no visa in advance
  • South Korea – no visa in advance
  • Brazil – no visa in advance
  • Russia – visa required
  • China – no visa in advance
  • United Arab Emirates – no visa in advance
  • Switzerland – no visa in advance
  • New Zealand – visa required
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Count: Henley Passport Index, updated 12 Oct 2026 (227 destinations incl. territories). Country list: Wikipedia – Visa requirements for Bahamian citizens (sovereign countries only). Always confirm entry rules with the destination before travel.

How Citizenship Shop helps

Add the program to your cart or click Buy now to reserve it for US$500. Create your client account and complete the pre-eligibility questions at checkout. A senior advisor then reviews your profile within one business day, confirms the best investment route and the exact government fees for your family, and prepares your application with a licensed local agent.

Bahamas Economic Permanent Residence: FAQ

How much does the Bahamas Economic Permanent Residence cost?

The minimum investment is US$1M. Available options: Residential property (US$1M); Accelerated consideration (US$1.5M). The investment is paid directly to the government or approved project, never to us.

How long does the Bahamas Economic Permanent Residence take?

Processing typically takes 3–6 months from submission of a complete application. Your advisor gives you a personal timeline after the pre-eligibility review.

Can I include my family in the application?

Family members who can be included: Spouse and children. Your advisor checks each dependant’s eligibility before you apply.

Do I need to visit or live in The Bahamas?

No minimum stay. Rules change from time to time, so your advisor confirms the current requirement in writing.

How do I apply for the Bahamas Economic Permanent Residence?

Reserve the program online with a US$500 payment, create your account and complete the pre-eligibility form. An advisor is assigned within one business day, runs due diligence screening and prepares your application. The reservation is credited against professional fees.

Official source

Prices and rules on this page were verified on 28 September 2026 against: Government of The Bahamas – Department of Immigration.

Governments revise fees and thresholds without notice. Your advisor confirms the exact figures in writing before any investment is made.

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