Under customs regulations, persons bringing cargo into the country must complete and submit a “Home Consumption Entry Form”  at the time of arrival.

All persons importing cargo on a vessel or aircraft.

1. Collect documents from shipping / airline agent.
2. Complete relevant forms.
3. Present forms and supporting documents to Customs Entry Checking.
4. Pay import duties.
5. Collect goods.

1. Home Consumption Entry Form -  C13 Form
2. Declaration of Value - C43 Form

• Completed Forms.
• Invoices (where applicable).
• Shipping documents (bill of lading / airway bill, any other documents provided by the supplier).
• Agricultural Permit (optional based on items).
• Phytosanitary Certificate (optional based on items).
• For individuals - passport or driver’s license.
• For businesses - valid business license.

Processing fees - 1% of C.I.F. Value (min $10.00, max $500.00).  Environmental fee ($5.00 - $200.00).  The Customs Broker will charge fees for the preparation of your supporting documents.

The Bahamas Customs Department
P. O. Box N 155
Nassau
New Providence
The Bahamas              
Location – Headquarters- Thompson Blvd
Opening Hours: 9 am to 4 pm (Monday to Friday)
Tel. (242)325-6551 – 9
Fax. (242)325-7409
Email: customs@bahamas.gov.bs