JapanBahamas: Visa-free

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Do Japan passport holders need a visa for Bahamas?

Visa-free

No. Japan 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.

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

Distance12,216 km, straight line (~14h 52m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Bahamas161 of 242 nationalities tracked

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Frequently asked questions

Do Japan passport holders need a visa for Bahamas?

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

How far is Bahamas from Japan?

About 12,216 km in a straight line, roughly ~14h 52m nonstop by air.

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.

About Japan

Japan is an island country in East Asia. Located in the Pacific Ocean off the northeast coast of the Asian mainland, it is bordered to the west by the Sea of Japan, the Sea of Okhotsk in the north, and the East China Sea in the south. The Japanese archipelago consists of four major islands alongside over 14,000 smaller islands. Japan is divided into 47 administrative prefectures and eight traditional regions, and around 75% of its terrain is mountainous and heavily forested, concentrating its agriculture and highly urbanized population along its eastern coastal plains. With a population of almost 123 million as of 2026, it is the world's 11th most populous country. Tokyo is the country's capital and largest city.

CapitalTokyo

RegionEastern Asia

Population123.4M

Area377,930 km²

CurrencyJapanese yen (1 USD ≈ 158.02 JPY)

LanguagesJapanese

Calling code+81

Drives on theleft

TimezoneTokyo (UTC+9)

Nearest airportTokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), 13 km

Emergency number110 / 118 / 119

UNESCO sites32

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$35,951 (2025)

Tourist arrivals4.1M (2020)

Climate in Tokyo

Warmest August, coolest January, driest December, sunniest August. Best time to visit: May, August.

Monthly climate normals for Tokyo, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	10°C	2.6°C	137mm	193h
February	11.4°C	2.4°C	38mm	248h
March	14°C	4.9°C	132mm	234h
April	16°C	7.6°C	177mm	281h
May	22.1°C	15.2°C	130mm	258h
June	25.9°C	19.7°C	199mm	239h
July	26.8°C	22.2°C	341mm	127h
August	31.8°C	25°C	45mm	372h
September	27.2°C	22°C	144mm	209h
October	20.3°C	13.9°C	240mm	188h
November	17.1°C	8.6°C	39mm	238h
December	11.1°C	2.2°C	20mm	224h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Japan, known as Nihon or Nippon (日本) in Japanese, is an island nation in East Asia. Its insular character has allowed it to develop a unique and very intricate culture, while its closeness to other ancient East Asian cultures, in particular China, has left lasting influence. Despite belonging to a nation long at war, Japan's people have always placed emphasis on inner balance, tranquility and natural beauty. These traditional values have become increasingly important now that Japan has grown to be one of the world's most densely-populated countries, and its legendary work ethic makes life in its cities quite hectic.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Amami-Ōshima Island, Tokunoshima Island, northern part of Okinawa Island, and Iriomote Island
Ancient Capitals of Asuka and Fujiwara
Buddhist Monuments in the Hōryū-ji Area
Fujisan, sacred place and source of artistic inspiration
Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu
Hidden Christian Sites in the Nagasaki Region
Higashi Kairō
Himeji Castle
Hiraizumi – Temples, Gardens and Archaeological Sites Representing the Buddhist Pure Land
Hiroshima Peace Memorial

Upcoming public holidays

November 3, 2026文化の日

November 23, 2026勤労感謝の日

January 1, 2027元日

Full source list on About.

About Bahamas

The Bahamas, officially the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, is an archipelagic country in the Caribbean located within the Lucayan Archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean. The country comprises 700 islands, and more than 2,500 cays in the Atlantic Ocean, located north of Cuba and north-west of the island of Hispaniola and the Turks and Caicos Islands, southeast of the US state of Florida and east of the Florida Keys. The capital and largest city is Nassau on the island of New Providence. The Royal Bahamas Defence Force describes the Bahamas' territory as encompassing 470,000 km2 (180,000 sq mi) of ocean space.

CapitalNassau

RegionCaribbean

Population403K

Area13,943 km²

CurrencyBahamian dollar, United States dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.00 BSD)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+1242

Drives on theleft

TimezoneNassau (UTC-4)

Nearest airportLynden Pindling International Airport (NAS), 13 km

Emergency number919

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$39,455 (2024)

Tourist arrivals1.8M (2020)

Climate in Nassau

Warmest August, coolest January, driest March, sunniest July. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, June, July, December.

Monthly climate normals for Nassau, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	24.6°C	21.2°C	21mm	314h
February	25.4°C	21.6°C	34mm	302h
March	26.1°C	21.9°C	16mm	344h
April	28.3°C	23.9°C	39mm	343h
May	27.7°C	24.5°C	185mm	303h
June	29°C	25.8°C	78mm	329h
July	30.2°C	26.8°C	87mm	369h
August	30.6°C	27.1°C	125mm	351h
September	29.9°C	26.5°C	129mm	322h
October	29.1°C	25.9°C	122mm	284h
November	27°C	24.3°C	116mm	277h
December	24.9°C	21.1°C	36mm	274h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The Bahamas is an archipelago nation in the Atlantic Ocean off the east coast of Florida. The country is made up of about 3,000 islands and cays, of which approximately 30 are populated. The capital city of Nassau, is on the island of New Providence and is home to about half of the country's population. The Bahamas is renowned for its natural beauty and unique culture, and is a popular tropical vacation destination.

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Boxing Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

Full source list on About.