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New Bahamas Boating Regulations for 2025

Beginning on July 1st, 2025 the Bahamian government has instituted new changes that affect recreational boats traveling to the Bahamas. Some of the highlights are:

Changes to the fee structure for the standard cruising permit.
Creation of a new "Anchoring Permit" and associated fee.
The Fishing permit formerly included with the standard cruising permit is now a separate fee and is only good for 1 month but is renewable on-line.
New requirements for vessels to be equipped with AIS transponders.

Here is a link to the Bahamas Boating Regulations and Fees page.

Boat-US has created a page full of information located here. On that page you will find a link to download a PDF of the actual Port Authorities (Amendment) Bill, 2025 describing the changes.

As with other changes made in the past, it is difficult to predict exactly how these changes will be interpreted and administered at the various entry points. The rules are also subject to change by the government at any time. We strongly advise you do your own research to determine how these new requirements will affect your winter travels.