The Embassy of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas to the Kingdom of Belgium liaises with the Bahamas High Commission in London to perform a number of consular functions, including the processing and issuance of visas, the issuance of passports, the legalisation of documents, and assistance to Bahamian nationals in distress.
Monday – Friday 9:30AM – 5:30PM CET
Weekends – CLOSED
Bahamas Holidays – CLOSED
NOTICE: Operating Hours have been adjusted in compliance with the host country’s Covid-19 operating hours protocols. Persons are requested to contact the Embassy directly via the general email account for assistance.
Notice: Consular Services are not currently active at this time.
With the launch of its digital ePassport online portal, the Government of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas is committing to providing quality customer service to Bahamians. This service is available to all Bahamians, 18 years and older, with a valid ePassport.
The Bahamas is a major tourist destination and welcomes millions of visitors from the UK and around the world to its shores each year. In keeping with its commitment to providing efficient and quality customer service, the Bahamas Ministry of Foreign Affairs launched its e-Visa online services platform.
All persons travelling to The Bahamas, and those travelling inter-island, are required to apply for a Bahamas Travel Health Visa at travel.gov.bs. Fully vaccinated travellers will be required to upload valid proof of vaccination (such as CDC or government issued vaccine record card) in lieu of a PCR test requirement.
Learn more and apply for your Bahamas Travel Health Visa.
Due to the evolving situation surrounding Covid-19 all persons travelling to The Bahamas should consult The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism website for the latest travel protocols
On 13 March, 2019 the Commonwealth of The Bahamas formally established its physical presence in the Kingdom of Belgium with the presentation of credentials by Her Excellency Maria O’Brien, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas to the Kingdom of Belgium to His Majesty King Philippe, King of the Belgians.
As a consequence, Ambassador O’Brien became the first residing Ambassador to Brussels, Belgium since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two (2) countries in 1973.
Subsequently, The Bahamas was also accredited for the first time with a resident Ambassador to the European Union (EU) on 16 July, 2019 positioning The Bahamas to forge stronger bilateral and multilateral ties through diplomacy, culturally particularly in the tourism sector and economically.
H.E. Maria O’Brien, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to The Kingdom of Belgium
February 2019 – November 2021
The post of the Ambassador is currently vacant
The Bahamas Embassy Brussels as the second diplomatic representation in Europe has at the heart of its mission, the protection and advancement of the interests of the Government of The Bahamas in the European Union, in addition to progressing and positioning the foreign policies of the Government of The Bahamas with EU institutions, strengthening and maintaining bilateral relations with the Kingdom of Belgium and cultivating as well as underpinning bilateral relations with EU member states.
Through the work of the Embassy, The Bahamas is playing a leading role in strengthening the global financial system by fostering cooperation between the financial services sectors of The Bahamas and EU member states. The Embassy also aims to advance open dialogue and building comradery with the members of the European Parliament.
Bahamian, artists, craftspeople, and entrepreneurs are responsible for creative craft and fine art products such as Junkanoo, straw work, wood carving, paintings, sculpture, film and music. These unique works promote the culture of The Bahamas both at home and abroad and support the development of a thriving Orange Economy. Our mission, with the support of European agencies, is to strengthen our creative sectors and facilitate the exposure of Bahamian culture within the European Union and OACP through cultural initiatives.
WE’RE READY TO WELCOME YOU The health and wellbeing of all who enter or reside in The Bahamas remains the number one priority, and diligent efforts are enforced to minimize the spread of COVID-19. The following travel and entry protocols have been put in place to ensure The Bahamas is
Ministry of Foreign AffairsNassau, The Bahamas7 January 2022Press Release Legendary Film Icon Sir Sidney Poitier Passes The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The Bahamas is very saddened to learn of the passing of Sir Sidney Poitier, on 6 January 2022. Born on 20 February 1927, to Bahamian parents Evelyn (neé
| 2022 Public Holidays | |
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New Year's Day (Belgium) | Saturday, 1 January 2022 |
New Year’s Day (The Bahamas) | Monday, 3 January 2022 |
Majority Rule Day (The Bahamas) | Monday, 10 January 2022 |
Good Friday (The Bahamas) | Friday, 15 April 2022 |
Easter Monday (Belgium & The Bahamas) | Monday, 18 April 2022 |
Labour Day (Belgium) | Sunday, 1 May 2022 |
Ascension Day (Belgium) | Thursday, 26 May 2022 |
Randol Fawkes Labour Day (The Bahamas) | Friday, 3 June 2022 |
Whit Monday (Belgium & The Bahamas) | Monday, 6 June 2022 |
Independence Day (The Bahamas) | Monday, 11 July 2022 |
National Day (Belgium) | Thursday, 21 July 2022 |
Emancipation Day (The Bahamas) | Monday, 1 August 2022 |
Assumption Day (Belgium) | Monday, 15 August 2022 |
National Heroes Day (The Bahamas) | Monday, 10 October 2022 |
All Saints' Day (Belgium) | Tuesday, 1 November 2022 |
Armistice Day (Belgium) | Friday, 11 November 2022 |
Armistice Day (Belgium) | Friday, 11 November 2022 |
Christmas Day (Belgium) | Sunday, 25 December 2022 |
Christmas Day (The Bahamas) | Monday, 26 December 2022 |
Boxing Day (The Bahamas) | Tuesday, 27 December 2022 |