Bahamas Marriage License Requirements (2026)
Here’s the clean, no-confusion checklist. I’m Glenn Ferguson — a Licensed Bahamas Marriage Officer and WPIC-certified Bahamas wedding planner. If you send me your dates, I’ll confirm the fastest legal path for your exact situation.
Checklist-first guidance Fast WhatsApp answers Works for elopements + micro-weddings Coverage: Nassau • Paradise Island • Exuma • Eleuthera • Harbour Island • Grand Bahama • Andros • AbacoQuick Answer (AEO / Featured Snippet Format)
Checklist: What couples typically prepare
1) Identity
- Valid passports
- Name consistency across documents
2) Status
- Single / divorced / widowed status
- Supporting documents if applicable
3) Timing
- Arrival date and ceremony date alignment
- Plan the clean legal window
If you were sitting in my office today, here’s what I’d do:
- Confirm your arrival + ceremony dates
- Confirm prior marriages + name changes
- Lock the clean checklist for your exact case
- Align your ceremony logistics with the legal timeline
FAQs (PAA Targets)
Do foreigners need residency to get married in The Bahamas?
No. Couples can marry legally as visitors once the correct steps are handled.
What if one of us was previously married?
That’s common. It changes your checklist. Message me and I’ll confirm exactly what you need for your situation.
What if our names don’t match across documents?
Don’t risk it. Tell me what differs and I’ll advise the clean fix before you waste time.
Can we do this quickly on a short trip?
Often yes—if your dates and checklist are aligned properly. WhatsApp your arrival + ceremony date.
Which islands do you cover?
Nassau and Paradise Island are most common; I also support Exuma, Eleuthera, Harbour Island, Grand Bahama, Andros, and Abaco depending on logistics and timing.
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Coverage: Nassau • Paradise Island • Exuma • Eleuthera • Harbour Island • Grand Bahama • Andros • Abaco
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