Bahamas Cruising Permit Cost (2026)
Statutory temporary cruising permit and anchorage amounts below are taken from the Customs Management (Amendment) Regulations, 2026 (in force 1 April 2026). Fishing and checkout may add other line items. Authoritative source: Bahamas Customs.
Customs Management (Amendment) Regulations, 2026 (in force 1 April 2026)
Temporary cruising permit (Reg. 91)
Within a thirty-day period
| Vessel length | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|
| Not exceeding 30 ft | $150 |
| Exceeding 30 ft but not exceeding 50 ft | $250 |
| Exceeding 50 ft but not exceeding 100 ft | $350 |
| Exceeding 100 ft | $600 |
Within a six-month period (max. one re-entry)
| Vessel length | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|
| Not exceeding 50 ft | $300 |
| Exceeding 50 ft but not exceeding 100 ft | $750 |
| Exceeding 100 ft | $2000 |
Within a twelve-month period (max. two re-entries)
| Vessel length | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|
| Not exceeding 50 ft | $500 |
| Exceeding 50 ft but not exceeding 100 ft | $1000 |
| Exceeding 100 ft | $3000 |
Anchorage fees — not mooring at a marina (Reg. 91B(1))
Foreign pleasure vessels entering The Bahamas but not mooring at a marina.
Within a thirty-day period
| Vessel length | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|
| Not exceeding 30 ft | $50 |
| Exceeding 30 ft but not exceeding 100 ft | $100 |
| Exceeding 100 ft | $200 |
Within a six-month period
| Vessel length | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|
| Not exceeding 50 ft | $150 |
| Exceeding 50 ft but not exceeding 100 ft | $350 |
| Exceeding 100 ft | $1000 |
Within a twelve-month period
| Vessel length | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|
| Not exceeding 50 ft | $200 |
| Exceeding 50 ft but not exceeding 100 ft | $350 |
| Exceeding 100 ft | $1500 |
Anchorage — vessel entering on an FDCC (Reg. 91B(2))
These FDCC anchorage fees are stated in the amendment to be valid for two years.
| Vessel length | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|
| Not exceeding 50 ft | $200 |
| Exceeding 50 ft but not exceeding 100 ft | $350 |
| Exceeding 100 ft | $1500 |
Examples (illustrative totals)
28 ft — 30-day permit + standard anchorage
Not exceeding 30 ft (30-day permit band)
Temporary cruising permit: $150
Anchorage: $50
Fishing (est.): —
Sample total: $200
52 ft — 6-month permit + standard anchorage + fishing (est.)
Exceeding 50 ft, not exceeding 100 ft
Temporary cruising permit: $750
Anchorage: $350
Fishing (est.): $150
Sample total: $1250
110 ft — 12-month permit + FDCC anchorage (Reg. 91B(2))
Exceeding 100 ft
Temporary cruising permit: $3000
Anchorage: $1500 (FDCC schedule)
Fishing (est.): —
Sample total: $4500
What can affect your total
- Which temporary permit period you choose (30-day, 6-month, or 12-month)
- Whether standard anchorage or FDCC anchorage applies to your situation
- Optional fishing or other products at checkout
Next steps
FAQ
Are these amounts guaranteed?
This page reflects the fee text from the 2026 amendment. Bahamas Customs and your issued permit remain authoritative.
Does fishing appear in these tables?
No—fishing is handled separately in the application when applicable.
When is FDCC anchorage used?
When you enter on an FDCC under Reg. 91B(2)—see the FDCC anchorage table above (two-year validity per regulation).