Bahamas: BEATS (Digital Nomad Visa)

Explore the 700 islands of the Bahamas through the BEATS program, which suits remote workers and offers educational opportunities for remote students from any university worldwide.

Benefits

Fast, online application
0% tax
Bring family
No minimum income listed
Renewable for up to 3 years
Open to remote students

Introduction

Bahamas BEATS is one of the Caribbean’s most accessible Digital Nomad Visa programs, as it is open to self-employed people, remote workers (with no minimum income requirement), and remote students. Remote students have access to additional resources through the University of the Bahamas, such as a 3-credit Bahamian Cultural Experience Course, library, technology access, and student activities (estimated additional cost: $1,785).

Pink sand beaches, crystal clear water, succulent conch and local food festivals, and even the exuberant swimming pigs in Exuma captivate visitors to the Bahamas. This tropical paradise is a convenient time zone for American remote workers and offers direct flights to the U.S.A. and U.K.

Internet Speed

Fixed broadband: 58.38 Mbps download/24.09 Mbps upload

Mobile: 33.27 Mbps download/11.07 Mbps upload

Cost of living

No. 9 globally

Requirements

Remote workers or remote students qualify

Fees

$1,025 per adult
$525 for dependents and students

Application Process

Apply online

It takes 5 days to process.

Citizens of the U.S.A., Canada, E.U., or the U.K. do not need other documentation to travel to the Bahamas. Citizens of other nations might need an additional travel permit.

If both members of a married couple plan to work in the Bahamas, they must each fill out a separate application. However, only 1 parent in a married couple needs to include any children on their application.

Documents Required

Passport
Proof of medical insurance
Proof of remote work or self-employment, such as a letter from an employer
Proof of enrollment in remote university and funds to cover living expenses (can include parents’ funds)