SomaliaBahamas: Visa required

SomaliaBahamas

Do Somalia passport holders need a visa for Bahamas?

Visa required

Yes. Somalia passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Bahamas.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: immigration.gov.bs (checked July 20, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance13,148 km, straight line (~15h 58m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Bahamas161 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Bahamas passport holders visiting Somalia: e-Visa.

Bahamas drives on the left, the opposite side to Somalia. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Bahamas

Somalia passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Haiti

Other visa-free destinations for Somalia passport holders

See all Somalia destinations →

Frequently asked questions

Do Somalia passport holders need a visa for Bahamas?

Yes. Somalia passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Bahamas.

How far is Bahamas from Somalia?

About 13,148 km in a straight line, roughly ~15h 58m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Bahamas?

Bahamian dollar (BSD).

What is the emergency number in Bahamas?

919.

Does Bahamas drive on the same side of the road as Somalia?

Bahamas drives on the left, the opposite side to Somalia. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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.

What nearby countries can Somalia passport holders visit without a visa instead of Bahamas?

Haiti.

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 Somalia

Somalia, officially the Federal Republic of Somalia, is the easternmost country in continental Africa. Stretching across the Horn of Africa, it borders Ethiopia to the west, Djibouti to the northwest, Kenya to the southwest, the Gulf of Aden to the north, and the Indian Ocean to the east. Somalia has the longest coastline on Africa's mainland. Somalia has an estimated population of more than 19 million, of which 2.7 million live in the capital and largest city, Mogadishu. As one of Africa's most ethnically homogeneous countries, around 85% of its residents are ethnic Somalis. The official and national language of the country is Somali, and Arabic is recognised as a second language. The overwhelming majority of the population are Sunni Muslims.

CapitalMogadishu

RegionEastern Africa

Population19.7M

Area637,657 km²

CurrencySomali shilling (1 USD ≈ 571.74 SOS)

LanguagesArabic, Somali

Calling code+252

Drives on theright

TimezoneMogadishu (UTC+3)

Nearest airportAden Adde International Airport (MGQ), 7 km

Emergency number555 / 888 / 999

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$661 (2025)

Travel guide

Somalia is a country on the Horn of Africa. Once the centre of many powerful sultanates and an Italian colony, the country has been in a state of chaos and turmoil since the 1980s. The country suffers from a myriad of social problems such as warfare, terrorism, corruption, political instability, and general lawlessness, and it isn't exactly your typical family destination.

Upcoming public holidays

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

May 1, 2027Labour Day

June 26, 2027Independence Day

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°C	22°C	16mm	344h
April	28.3°C	24°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	30.5°C	27.2°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	21.2°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

October 12, 2026National Heroes' Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Boxing Day

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