Bahamas Chatter: Import duties on alcoholic beverages?
Explorer Chartbooks, A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET PARTNER, has long been the standard navigational supplement for enjoyable, informative, and safe cruising through the beautiful Bahamian waters and island visits.
Bahamas Chatter: Import duties on alcoholic beverages?
Import duties on alcoholic beverages?
Posted: 19 Feb 2016 02:49 PM PST
Hello,
We are trying to find out what the rules are for having liquor aboard before we enter the Bahamas. We have a cruising guide (by Wilson) that lists pretty restrictive amounts. We have also seen posts that suggest stocking up before leaving the States due to high prices.
We tried searching the archives here and on AGLCA. If someone would please direct us to the info or fill us in, we’d sure appreciate it.
Thank you,
Kellirae and Bill
aboard Ocean Dancer
48′ Ocean M/Y
Currently in Key West
Comments from Cruisers (2)
Technically, there are restrictions on the amounts you allowed to bring in. If you are arriving on a 26′ fishing boat and have 14 cases of beer aboard, you have a problem. But if you are arriving on a sizeable boat, we have found that the customs agents aren’t going to delve into your less accessible lockers. If you have an obvious bar, they may look at it, but we have never had a problem clearing at West End — every year since 2002.
Please do not draw attention to this subject that should probably not be made public!