Bahamas - Customs Regulations Bahamas - Customs Regulations
- In general: Most imported goods are valued based on their cost as evidenced by an invoice. The Customs Department only honors discounts of up to three percent given by U.S. exporters. Medical equipment and supplies, bicycles, burglar alarms and audio/visual equipment used by churches may also be imported duty free.
- Vehicles: Customs officials determine the value of automobiles with reference to standard valuation guides (Kelly Blue Book). Freight and shipping charges are included in the value assessed. The government bans the importation of wrecked vehicles and cars more than ten years old, citing environmental and safety reasons. Taxicab owners may import duty free vehicles and used vehicles up to three years old.
- For further information contact the Customs Department:
The Comptroller of Customs
Customs House
Thompson Blvd.
P.O. Box N 155
Nassau, Bahamas
Tel: (242) 302-3302 or 302-3415
Fax: (242) 325-7409 or 322-6223
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