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==Procedure==
'''Apply In-person'''
#To Obtain for Permit to Reside, the applicant has to visit any nearest office of the Department of Immigration. The address and contact details can be found in the following link: [https://www.immigration.gov.bs/contact-us/ Address Details]
#Visit the office and get an application form for Permit to Reside or tap on this link to download it: [https://www.immigration.gov.bs/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/PERMIT-TO-RESIDE-APPLICATION-FORM.pdf Application Form].
#Complete the application form with appropriate information under relevant sections.
#After filling the application form, make sure to attach all the documents listed in the “Required documents” section of this page.
#Then, submit it in person to the relevant authority at the office.
#Pay the fees as per the authority’s quote.
#The application along with the attached documents will be forwarded for further verifications.
#Once all the internal processes are over, the applicants will be able to collect the permit from the Immigration office.
 
==Required Documents==
*Letter of request addressed to the Director of Immigration
*$200.00 non-refundable processing fee (payable by cash, credit/debit card, postal money order or bank certified cheque)
*Duly completed First Schedule Form 1 application with $10.00 Bahamian postage stamp affixed thereon (legible and notarized)
*Applicant’s original medical certificate (dated no earlier than 30 days of the application being submitted. This required for each applicant)
*Applicant’s original police certificate issued not earlier than six (6) months and must cover five years of residence; required for applicants age of 14 and older
*Two (2) current passport photographs of applicant on white background with name printed on back of photo (captured within six (6) months of application photo size must be 2 X 2 inches)
*VALID copy of biographical page of passport for applicant (must be signed and readable with minimum (2) months validity)
*Copy of biographical page of passport for sponsor (must be signed and readable with minimum two (2) months validity)
*Certified copy of marriage certificate of applicant (if applicable)
*Certified copy of birth certificate of applicant showing parents’ names (if applicable)
*Two (2) character references from reputable persons or persons of good standing in applicant’s community (please provide telephone contacts and email addresses)
*Reference from applicant’s financial institution(s) stating a figure range and/or statement prepared by a Certified Public Accountant (adults/independent applicants)
*Copy of conveyance for residential property(ies) owned by applicant in The Bahamas (adults only and if applicable)
 
'''Additional Documents Required For Children:'''
*Letter confirming applicant’s enrolment in a school in The Bahamas
*Legal Court document granting custody or guardianship of applicant to sponsor (for children not accompanied by their parents)
*Certified copy of parents birth certificates (for children not accompanied by their parents)
*If children are not accompanied by both parents, evidence of legal custody of applicant is required from the accompanying parent/guardian
*Children who are being home schooled MUST be registered with the Ministry of Education and proof of such must be provided.
*Please note that:1. Certified translations in English are required for each foreign document submitted and should have a Bahamian $10.00 postage stamp affixed thereto.
 
 
==Office Locations & Contacts==
'''Director of Immigration''' P.O. Box N-831Nassau, Bahamas 
Contact [https://www.immigration.gov.bs/contact-us/ Link] 
 
==Eligibility==
Any non-Bahamian who is: 
*Attending school, college or university; or
*Dependent of someone who is legally authorized to reside in The Bahamas, Bahamian or non-Bahamian. (Dependents may be spouses, or children under the age of 18)
 
 
==Fees==
Explain the fees structure which is required for obtaining the certificate/document.

 
==Validity==
Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever
 
 
==Documents to Use==
Application Form [https://www.immigration.gov.bs/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/PERMIT-TO-RESIDE-APPLICATION-FORM.pdf Link] 

 
==Sample Documents==
Please attach sample completed documents that would help other people.
 
 
==Processing Time==
Once the actual application has been accurately and completely submitted, applicant should contact the Consultation Unit at 604-0241/2 within an 8 to 12 week period for an update of the process of the application. 

 
==Related Videos==
Videos explaining the procedure or to fill the applications.
Attach videos using the following tag <&video type='website'>video ID|width|height<&/video&>
from external websites.
Please remove the '&' inside the tags during implementation.
Website = allocine, blip, dailymotion, facebook, gametrailers, googlevideo, html5, metacafe, myspace, revver,
sevenload, viddler, vimeo, youku, youtube
width = 560, height = 340, Video ID = Can be obtained from the URL of webpage where the video is displayed.
e.g In the following url 'http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0US7oR_t3M' Video ID is 'Y0US7oR_t3M'.
 
 
==Instructions==
*Translations must be prepared by someone proficient in the relevant foreign language.
*Persons applying for status in first instance should not be in the country during the processing of the application.
 
 
==Required Information==
*Name
*Date of Birth
*Nationality
*Address
*Marital Status
*Details of Spouse
*Details of Children (below the age of 18)
*Profession
*Details of income
*Local address
*Date of arrival
*Particulars of employment
*Reason for entering Bahamas
*Schools attended
*Exams cleared
*University/Higher Education details
*Qualification
*Health related details
*Details of Conviction (if any)
*Signature
*Declaration
*Date
*Stamp
 
 
==Need for the Document==
Non-Bahamian nationals who are desirous of living for any purpose other than working in the Bahamas, must seek authorization from the Department of Immigration. This comes in the form of a Permit to Reside, also commonly known as an Annual Permit. 

 
==Information which might help==
*Accompanying Dependents must apply for a Permit to Reside.
 
 
==Other uses of the Document/Certificate==
Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.
 
 
==External Links==
[https://www.immigration.gov.bs/applying-to-stay/permit-to-reside/ Link] 

 
==Others==
More information which might help people.
 
[[Category:Bahamas]]

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