Becoming an Expatriate in The Bahamas: Not Simple Citizenship Change

The Bahamas does not allow ordinary naturalization for permanent citizenship change. Pathways are narrow:

• Born abroad to a Bahamian parent.
• Marry a Bahamian citizen (with permission).
• Reside 10+ years while married/cohabiting with Bahamians, plus special permission.

Most foreigners live as long-term residents or permanent residents, not citizens. "Expatriate" usually means a foreign national living there—not a former Bahamian.