Bahamas

Possession or use of illegal drugs including cocaine and ecstasy is a criminal offense; all persons 16+ are tried as adults and arrests happen even for small quantities.

Prison time; all persons 16+ tried as adults; expect at least one night in custody if arrested.

Marijuana and all cannabis products including CBD gummies, oils, and edibles are illegal in the Bahamas; a US medical card or prescription does not exempt you, as the law makes no medical/recreational distinction.

Arrest common even for small amounts; persons 16+ are tried as adults and you should expect at least one night in custody.

Confirm your prescription medication is legal with the government of the Bahamas, and carry it in original packaging with your doctor's prescription.

Firearms and ammunition are strictly illegal in the Bahamas — including small quantities brought by mistake in carry-on — and laws are enforced even at the airport on departure.

Arrest, jail time, and fines.

Declare currency or negotiable instruments of USD 10,000 or more on both entry and exit; it is also illegal to leave The Bahamas with more than BSD 200 in local currency.

Driving is on the left-hand side in The Bahamas; expect severe congestion in Nassau, frequently aggressive or careless drivers, and common accidents involving pedestrians on New Providence Island.

Same-sex sexual relations are legal in the Bahamas with no restrictions on relations or LGB events; the legal age for same-sex relations is 18.