Shipping to the Bahamas from the US
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Shipping to the Bahamas
The Bahamas is an archipelago of 700 islands, ten of which are considered major islands, which can mean it's more involved to ship to this destination.
Parcel Monkey can help you send a package to any part of the Bahamas — just get a quote through our free shipping calculator and enter the zip code for your destination island. When you book through Parcel Monkey, you'll benefit from our discounted rates, so you could end up paying less than shipping directly with a courier.
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Bahamas Address Format
When addressing a parcel to the Bahamas, you'll need to consider the individual island you're sending to — these should be abbreviated on the address in the same way US states are abbreviated (e.g. G.O. for Central Abaco, G.C. for Grand Cay).
For more detail, check out the Universal Postal Union’s guide for more on how to address a package to the Bahamas.
Example Address
MS. DIANE PINDER
14 BAY STREET
NASSAU, N.P.
BAHAMAS
Customs advice for shipping to the Bahamas
Accurate Customs Documents are required, giving a full overview of your package contents and their true value. The average customs duty rate for the Bahamas is around 19%, though this varies depending on what's being imported.
All items sent via Parcel Monkey are Delivered Duty Unpaid (DDU), so the recipient will be contacted by customs to pay any duty owed. Please ensure you provide up-to-date contact details for the recipient so they can be contacted.
The following items are restricted or prohibited from import/export to the Bahamas:
Indecent or obscene prints, paintings, photographs, books, cards, lithographic or other engravings, or any other indecent or obscene article
Underwater guns
Please note that this is not an exhaustive list, so if in doubt please contact our customer support team before you book your delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to ship to the Bahamas?
You can send a package from the US to the Bahamas from as little as $24.73 when you book online with Parcel Monkey. Simply get a quote through our shipping calculator to compare prices from a range of couriers.
How long does it take to ship to the Bahamas?
Delivery times to the Bahamas vary depending on the destination island and the courier service you choose — book online with Parcel Monkey to compare exact delivery estimates for your shipment.
How do I address a package to the Bahamas?
The destination island must be abbreviated in the address, similar to how US states are abbreviated (e.g. G.O. for Central Abaco, G.C. for Grand Cay). You can find more information here before filling out your label to make sure your parcel arrives without delay.