Citizenship by Birth in Bahamas to Non-Bahamian Parents (Art. 7) — requirements, costs & how to apply

Who is eligible

Costs

Duration & renewal

Citizenship possible after 18 years.

Documents

• Letter of Request addressed to the Director of Immigration
• Duly completed citizenship application form with $10.00 Bahamian postage stamp affixed (notarized)
• Applicant’s original medical certificate (dated within 30 days of application)
• Applicant’s original police certificate (issued within 6 months, covering 5 years of residence)
• Two current passport photographs of applicant (2 x 2 inches, white background, name on back)
• Original birth certificate of applicant
• Certified copy of applicant’s parents’ birth certificate(s) (if applicable)
• Copy of applicant’s current passport biographical data page
• Copy of parents' current passport biographical data page(s) (if applicable)
• Certified copy of parents’ marriage certificate (if applicable)
• Certified copy of parent(s)’ death certificate (if applicable)
• Mother’s hospital record confirming birth in The Bahamas (if applicable)
• Immunization card (if applicable)
• Baptismal certificate (if applicable)
• Deed Poll (if applicable)
• Documentary evidence of applicant’s immigration status
• Two original character references by Bahamians known for five years (with their passport copies, phone and email)
• All school letters with entry and completion dates

How to apply

1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://cdn.bahamas.gov.bs/tenant/tenanttgotb/documents/All%20Documents/Chap2Citizenship-20240202174529.pdf.