Geographic location:The Bahamas is located south east of the USA, and is formed by an archipeligo of 700 islands and 2,000 cays.
Capital:Nassau, New Providence
Language:English
Travel documents required:A visa is not required from EU, US and Commonwealth country visitors for stays of up to eight months. Other visitors should consult the embassy.
Voltage used :120 volts
Time zone:GMT-5
Dialling code:(+1 242)
Climate:Temperatures in the Bahamas range from with either warm to hot and sunny year round. Hurricane season is from June to November.
Vaccines:English
Currency:Bahamian dollar (but US currency can be used)
