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Driving licence renewal in Bahamas

Written from published rules on 27 August 2026. Not monitored for changes since. A starting point, not official advice — confirm anything that matters with Road Traffic Department, The Bahamas.

Renewing a Bahamian driving licence typically involves visiting the Road Traffic Department, completing an application, and presenting required identification and proof of address. A vision test may also be required.

Your timing

It is advisable to begin the renewal process several weeks before the current licence expires. This allows ample time for gathering necessary documents, scheduling appointments if required, and accounting for potential processing delays at the Road Traffic Department.

Start 30 days ahead

This lead time accounts for potential appointment scheduling, document collection, and processing time by the Road Traffic Department.

The process

  1. 1Gather all required documents, including your current Bahamian driving licence, national identification, and proof of address.
  2. 2Visit a Road Traffic Department office during their operating hours.
  3. 3Complete the driving licence renewal application form.
  4. 4Undergo a vision test, which is typically conducted on-site.
  5. 5Pay the applicable renewal fee.
  6. 6Collect your renewed driving licence.

What to bring

  • Current Bahamian Driving Licence
  • National Identification (e.g., Passport, Bahamian Voter's Card, Bahamian National Insurance Card)
  • Proof of Address (e.g., utility bill or bank statement no older than 3 months)

Who handles it

Road Traffic Department, The Bahamas

https://www.bahamas.gov.bs/wps/portal/public/gov/home/forms/!ut/p/z1/jZBBEoIgEIZfRS-o-YmZ2XgRj_HwHmLjU9iJ2hR_b8T--V23tN0Xj8DqKzB7wR6oQTq0k90z9-vF65e-UvR0S9179y-xX7oBw1QeG1B1QO8mHj2gM3CjV4_b-oE--XyA_a1fR-aB0!/dz/d5/L2dBISEvZ0FBIS9nQSEh/

The fee for renewing a Bahamian driving licence should be confirmed directly with the Road Traffic Department, as fees are subject to change. Fees can often be found on their official website or by inquiring at their offices.

What commonly goes wrong

  • Ensure all identification documents are current and not expired.
  • Confirm the operating hours and any specific appointment requirements of the Road Traffic Department office you plan to visit.
  • Be prepared for an on-site vision test; if you wear corrective lenses, bring them.

Sources

This guide is based on one official source.

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