The Bahamas Entry Requirements at a Glance

The following tests meet the entry requirements for travel to The Bahamas. You can learn more about the entry and testing requirements here. Effective December 27, 2021 visitors traveling to The Bahamas from other countries who are fully vaccinated and have passed the two-week immunity period, and children between the ages 2 and 11, will be required to obtain a negative COVID-19 Rapid Antigen or RT PCR test no more than 3 days before the arrival. Unvaccinated travelers entering The Bahamas must obtain a negative COVID-19 RT PCR test no more than three days prior to the date of arrival.

Testing Required
Testing Required
All travelers need to be
tested before arrival
3 days
before arrival
RT PCR/NAAT, Rapid Antigen Test
RT PCR/NAAT, Rapid Antigen Test

How it works

STEP 1: Complete the assessment and register on AZOVA
Complete the pre-screening questions and register online to get a prescription lab order. We’ll send the order to the lab for you and will ship the kit via UPS next-day air (where available) directly to your home or office.
STEP 2: Schedule your concierge appointment
We’ll ask you to enter the address and the approximate date and time that you would like your concierge to arrive and collect your sample. You must schedule your test collection at least one hour before the cutoff time for for next day air at your local UPS Store. This service is not available on Sundays becuase UPS does not ship on Sundays.
STEP 3: Your concierge professional will come to you and collect your sample
Your concierge will arrive at your home or office at the pre-arranged time to collect the sample. Concierge professionals wear protective equipment and will maintain a safe distance,
STEP 4: We will deliver your sample to UPS
Your concierge will drop off your sample at the local UPS Store before the cutoff time for next-day air delivery (where available). If you are tested on a Saturday, your sample will be delivered to the lab on Monday.
STEP 5: Receive your results
We’ll send your results via a secure email and SMS within 12–48 hours from the time your sample arrives at the lab. 99% of test results are available within 36 hours from the time the lab receives your sample.
STEP 6: Share your results
Complete any travel authorization forms as required by your destination and provide it to the airline before you board your flight. Have a safe trip and thanks for using AZOVA!

When to get tested

Review the following timeline carefully to ensure this test meets your Bahamas travel needs, which requires a negative test result within 3 days of arrival.

Order your test at the time of booking your flight or at least 1-2 weeks before you need to take the test to ensure you have it when needed.

Get tested on MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN
Lab receives test on TUE WED THU FRI SAT MON TUE
Results available between TUE – THU WED – FRI THU – SAT FRI – SAT SAT – MON MON – WED TUE – THU
For arrival in Bahamas on THU FRI SAT SUN MON TUE WED

* Collection services are not available after 12 PM on Saturday or any time on Sunday. Be sure to schedule your concierge appointment at least 1 hour your local UPS Store cutoff time for next-day air delivery.

  • Not all testing options are available 7 days a week or on public holidays. It is your responsibility to determine if there is testing availability for when you need to be tested. We recommend you schedule your test when you are planning your trip or at least 1-2 weeks in advance to ensure availability for when you need to be tested.
  • 99% of test results are reported within 36 hours from the time the lab receives your kit. Plan ahead for weather delays and holidays and please follow all directions to assure you get your results in time.

Departing from The Bahamas? Find out the requirements for your destination and schedule your test today.

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Contact

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+1 (844) 692–9682
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