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Bahamas — Residency: Required Documents

The documents for a Bahamas Home Owner Resident Card application, per the Immigration Department.

VerifiedGovernment / official sourceBahamas Immigration Department - Home Owner Resident CardLast reviewed: 2026-10-27

Key facts

  • A notarized application form with a BSD 10 postage stamp and a letter of request to the Director of Immigration.
  • An original medical certificate dated within 30 days, and an original police certificate dated within six months covering five years of residence (applicants 14 and older).
  • Two 2x2 inch passport photos on a white background taken within six months, and a passport biographical page valid for at least two months.
  • Proof of current Real Property Tax payment, the registered deed of conveyance and an International Landholding Certificate.
  • Proof of a primary home outside The Bahamas (home insurance, mortgage documents or a tax certificate) and a Certificate of Good Standing.
  • Foreign documents need an apostille or legalisation and certified English translations with a BSD 10 stamp; the processing fee is USD 200, non-refundable.

Steps

  1. Gather general documents — This may include proof of income, employment, or education, but specific documents can vary.
  2. Check with relevant authorities — Contact the Bahamian embassy or consulate in the home country or a licensed immigration attorney for more information on specific documentation requirements.

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