Many businesses close during the slow season for time off and repairs. This is typically between mid-August to mid-October, during the peak of hurricane season.
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If you are traveling with someone using electronic medical equipment, such as a CPAP machine, confirm that your lodging has an on-demand generator. It's not uncommon for frequent interruptions with electricity within the Bahamas. Also, consider bringing a small surge protector (2,000 joules or higher) to shield your electronics while charging laptops, phones, etc.
Effective September 1st, 2024 the Bahamas Agricultural Health and Food Safety Authority (BAHFSA) is transitioning all agri-import permits to Customs Click2Clear, including animal import permits. If you haven't already, you must first register with Click2Clear at http://www.click2clear.gov.bs. The Director of Technology, Advancement, and Development for BAHFSA has confirmed that this process will replace the old process. Insturctions included below.
Returning to the United States: For dogs that have been in the Bahamas (a low-risk rabies country), a CDC Dog Import Form is required for reentry. Upon submission of the form, a receipt will be emailed to you. You can print the receipt or show it on your phone at Customs. The Dog Import Form Receipt is valid for multiple entries for 6 months and includes the expiration date.
Effective September 1st, 2024 the Bahamas Agricultural Health and Food Safety Authority (BAHFSA) is transitioning all agri-import permits to Customs Click2Clear, including animal import permits. If you haven't already, you must first register with Click2Clear at http://www.click2clear.gov.bs.
Detailed instructions for requesting a permit can be found at https://bahfsabahamas.com/ePermitting/PETS-Import-Permit-Step-by-Step-User-Manual-update.pdf.
Returning to the United States: For dogs that have been in the Bahamas (a low-risk rabies country), a CDC Dog Import Form is required for reentry. Upon submission of the form, a receipt will be emailed to you. You can print the receipt or show it on your phone at Customs. The Dog Import Form Receipt is valid for multiple entries for 6 months and includes the expiration date.
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