Entry Requirements . Departures to the US must go through US Customs pre-clearance. One litre of wine, liqueur or liquor and five cartons of cigarettes may be taken duty-free. Visitors may use their home license for up to three months and may also apply for an international driver's license. Pedestrians should remember to look right before crossing streets.
American appliances are fully compatible.
To protect the marine environment, spear fishing using scuba gear and possession of spearguns are illegal in The Islands of The Bahamas. Cruising boats must clear Customs at the nearest port of entry before beginning any diving or fishing activities. The official language of The Islands of The Bahamas is English, but there is a distinct Bahamian dialect. Shopping Not all of our treasures are found on the beach. The best shopping is to be found within the International Bazaar and Port Lucaya Marketplace , but boutiques and gift shops are also found in most hotels.