Bahamas - Obtain an International Driver License

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Procedure

1. Applicant must present a completed International Drivers License Form, 2 Passport size photos and their Bahamian Drivers License to the Road Traffic Department Drivers License Unit Clerk will verify all relevant information
2. Upon verification of information the Clerk will issue a bill for this service Applicant should take the bill to the Cashier for payment
3. Upon payment the Cashier will issue a receipt of payment Applicant takes the receipt back to the Clerk Clerk will process the license and issue it to the Applicant.

Application Form for International Driver's license link:
http://forms.bahamas.gov.bs/documents/RTD_INTERNATIONAL%20DRIVERS%20LICENCE%20FORM.pdf

Apply through EITA:
(There may be an additional cost involved with this process). Agent Disclaimer

1. Please use the following link to apply : Apply through EITA
2. You will be presented with plans that you can choose from.
3. Please select the appropriate plan that is suitable for you and click "Next" and follow the process to complete the application.
   
   

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Required Documents

• 2 Passport size photos
• Bahamian Drivers License
• International Drivers License Form

Office Locations & Contacts

Road Traffic Department
Thompson Blvd
Clarence Bain Bldg
P.O. Box N 1615
Nassau
New Providence
The Bahamas
Tel. (242) 302-3850
Fax. (242) 322-8910
Email: [email protected]

Eligibility

You should be 17 years or older, have a Bahamian Drivers License and intend to drive while visiting or residing in a foreign country.

Fees

$50.00

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

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Processing Time

Within the same day, once all the required documents are submitted.

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Instructions

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Required Information

• Full Name
• Home Address
• Place of Birth
• Date of Birth
• Driver License Number

Need for the Document

Bahamian drivers in need of a license for driving abroad can apply for an International Drivers License. This license is an authorized translation of a Bahamian Driver's License into many languages.

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Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

http://www.bahamas.gov.bs

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