Unaccompanied Baggage - The Bahamas Customs Department

This service is provided for the clearance of Undeclared Goods and Baggage which did not accompany the passenger into The Bahamas. This is undertaken at all Customs Ports of Entry.

Eligibility

All passengers travelling from abroad or authorised persons.

Process

  1. Complete relevant forms.
  2. Present relevant documents to Customs Officer.
  3. Pay relevant import duties and taxes.
  4. Collect goods.

Application Form(s)

C18 Form – Unaccompanied Baggage Declaration

Supporting Documents

  • Completed required C18 form (Unaccompanied Baggage Declaration).
  • Invoices (where applicable).
  • Agricultural Permit (optional based on items).
  • Phytosanitary Certificate (optional based on items).
  • Valid Passport.
  • Travel Documents.
  • Authorisation from consignee/passenger.

Turn-around time

Immediately upon presentation of documents.

Deadline

There are no deadlines for this service.

Related Fee(s)

Relevant duties and taxes are charged based on the nature of goods.

For more information please contact

The Bahamas Customs Department
P. O. Box N 155
Nassau
New Providence
The Bahamas
Location – Headquarters – Thompson Blvd
Opening Hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
Tel. (242)325-6551 – 9
Fax. (242)325-7409

Agency Contact Info

Customs Department
Customs House
Thompson Blvd.
P.O. Box N-155
Nassau, N.P., The Bahamas
Email: customs@bahamas.gov.bs
Phone: (242) – 325-6550
326-4401/6
Fax: (242) – 322-6223