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Cocos (Keeling) IslandsBahamas: Visa-free

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Do Australia passport holders need a visa for Bahamas?

Visa-free

No. Australia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Bahamas for tourism.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Cocos (Keeling) Islands does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a Australia passport. See the Australia passport.

Source: mofa.gov.bs (checked July 18, 2026).

    RequirementVisa-free
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelNone, travel on your passport
    Data as of2026-10-19
    Visa-free access to Bahamas161 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Bahamas passport holders visiting Cocos (Keeling) Islands: Visa required.

Other visa-free destinations for Australia passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Australia passport holders need a visa for Bahamas?

No. Australia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Bahamas for tourism.

What currency is used in Bahamas?

Bahamian dollar (BSD).

What is the emergency number in Bahamas?

919.

What time zone is Bahamas in?

Nassau (UTC-4).

What is the nearest airport to Nassau?

Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS), about 13 km away.

How many countries can enter Bahamas without a visa?

161 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Bahamas visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.