Travel Guidance

We are regularly monitoring travel guidance for international delegates attending Routes Americas.

It is a requirement for all Routes Americas delegates to submit their flight and hotel details via our online form. This information allows us to plan the airport and networking evening transfer arrangements for the event. Please note that the deadline for completing this form and submitting the requested information is Friday 24 January 2025. Forms submitted before 24 January may be updated at any time, using the link provided in your confirmation email. Any updates required after 25 January must be submitted by email to routesamericas@npipb.com.

Entry requirements

All visitors will require a passport to enter the country, and upon arriving in Nassau Paradise Island, everyone must fill out an immigration form and complete an oral baggage declaration. In some instances, additional paperwork or documentation may be required.

Passport validity

If you are visiting Nassau Paradise Island, your passport should be valid for 6 months from the date you arrive.

Flying to the United States from The Bahamas

Whether travelling to or through the United States, Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA) has a dedicated pre-clearance facility allowing passengers to conveniently clear U.S. Customs in The Bahamas. To ensure that you spend more time relaxing ahead of your flight, LPIA offers a number of options to quickly expedite guests through security and U.S. Customs including TSA PreCheck, Mobile Passport Control (MPC) and Global Entry. For more information about any of these programs, please visit the links below:

• TSA PreCheck: TSA PreCheck® | Transportation Security Administration
• Mobile Passport Control: Mobile Passport Control (MPC) | U.S. Customs and Border Protection (cbp.gov)
• Global Entry: Global Entry | U.S. Customs and Border Protection (cbp.gov)

VISA information

The majority of countries can enter The Bahamas without a visa for up to 30 days. Some countries will require a visa, please check with your local embassy or check The Bahamas government immigration page.

Please note if you are travelling via the USA please also check you have a valid Esta to transit via a US hub, if applicable for your passport. More information can be found here.

VISA support letters

Please note that Routes is not able to sponsor visa applications but we can supply a letter to support your visa process. Visa application is subject to local country rules and regulations and Informa Markets cannot be held responsible for any miscommunication or changes. If you do require a visa support letter please request your letter by completing our online form.

A visa support letter will only be sent to confirmed registered delegates of Routes Americas.

Request visa support letter

Vaccines

Visitors should ensure all vaccines are up-to-date with local guidance, wear insect repellent, drink bottled sources of water and avoid wild animals.

Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate

Most visitors to The Bahamas do not need special vaccinations before entering the country. However, travellers over the age of one year must provide a Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate, if arriving after leaving or transiting certain countries and must be vaccinated 10 days before entering The Bahamas.

These countries include: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, and Venezuela.

For the full list of countries requiring a Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate, please visit The Bahamas government website.

Accessibility

The team at LPIA works hard to ensure that the airport is accessible for all users. For passengers with restricted mobility, wheelchair assistance is available upon request from your respective airline. Through its Sunflower Lanyard Program, LPIA also supports travellers with non-visible or hidden disabilities. Airport staff members are trained to identify passengers who may require more time or assistance while in terminal. Learn more information about the program here. To request a sunflower lanyard, please email sunflower@nas.bs.

While at Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA)

LPIA is a small yet busy airport with heavy peaks in traffic between 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Routes Americas is scheduled to take place at the beginning of the busy Spring Break season. LPIA encourages departing passengers to arrive at the airport early. It is recommended that US-bound passengers arrive three hours ahead of their scheduled departure times and international (non-US) passengers arrive at least two hours ahead of their flight time. While waiting for your flight, you can shop, dine, relax and enjoy LPIA's amenities. Once in the boarding area, no departure gate is more than a three-minute walk away from all of the stores, restaurants or concessions available at the airport.

We strongly recommend that you always refer to The Bahamas' official government website, along with the government website of your country of travel, for the most up-to-date information.