No dimensional weight. No hidden fees. No customs surprises. You see the exact cost before we ship. See our guide to shipping to The Bahamas from the US .
Start Shipping Today Estimate duty and VAT Shipping rates at a glance:Bahamas Purchasing charges a flat $1 per pound of actual weight for air freight from the US to The Bahamas (with a $10 minimum), or $200 per half pallet and $350 per full pallet by ocean. Bahamas Customs duty and 10% VAT are billed at cost on a separate, itemized line, with no dimensional weight and no consolidation fees.
The same rates for Nassau, Grand Bahama and the Family Islands.
Air freight
Actual weight. $10 minimum up to 10 lb.
$1/lb
Ocean freight, full pallet
48×40×72 inches max.
$350
Ocean freight, half pallet
48×40×30 inches max.
$200
Consolidation (up to 14 days)
We combine your packages into one shipment.
Free
Dimensional weight surcharge
You never pay for box size.
None
Both services leave from our Fort Lauderdale warehouse.
| Compare | Air freight | Ocean freight |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Everyday packages, clothing, electronics | Furniture, appliances, building materials, bulk orders |
| How it's priced | $1 per lb of actual weight | $200 half pallet, $350 full pallet |
| Minimum | $10 (up to 10 lb) | One half pallet |
| Dimensional weight | Never charged | Not applicable, priced per pallet |
| Transit to Nassau | 3–5 business days | Ask us about ocean freight timing |
An estimate now, the confirmed charge once we weigh your package.
Package weight (lb)Enter a weight to see the freight estimate.
The estimate covers air freight only. Your confirmed charge comes on your invoice after the package arrives at our Florida warehouse and is weighed on our scale.
Duty and VAT are added on the invoice based on what you bought and its declared value, so they are not part of this freight estimate.
Government charges are passed through at cost, itemized on your invoice.
We handle customs clearance for you. For official duty rates, visit the Bahamas Customs Department website .
Only charged when you ask for them, and listed separately on your invoice.
Volume shippers and business accounts may qualify for special rates, regular scheduled shipments and business invoicing.
Contact us for business pricingSee the step-by-step process from shopping to delivery.
Personal and business shipping solutions.
Questions about rates, customs, and more.
Air freight is $1 per pound on actual weight, with a $10 minimum for packages up to 10 lb, and no dimensional weight charges. Ocean freight is $200 for a half pallet and $350 for a full pallet. Bahamas Customs duty and 10% VAT are itemized separately on your invoice.
Yes, the minimum air freight charge is $10, which covers packages up to 10 lb. Above 10 lb you pay the actual weight at $1/lb.
No. We bill on actual weight only. A bulky but light item (like a pillow or lampshade) is billed by what it actually weighs, not by box size.
Yes. We hold packages at our Florida warehouse for up to 14 days at no charge so you can group several US orders into one shipment. No membership, no per-package fee.
Freight, Bahamas Customs duty, 10% VAT and the customs processing fee, each on its own line. Optional services you ask for, such as purchasing help or packaging, are listed separately too.
We invoice you once your shipment is ready. Pay online through the customer portal (secure card payment), by bank transfer, or cash-on-delivery depending on your account setup. Shipments travel to Nassau before you pay. Payment is due before you receive your goods; paying cash on delivery at hand-over counts.
There is no documentation fee on standard shipments. When a shipment needs extra paperwork, a documentation fee applies based on the documentation required.
Duty varies by tariff code and is set by Bahamas Customs, not by us. Some items, such as books, are reduced or duty-free, and 10% VAT applies on top. Use the Duty Calculator for an estimate; we pass duty through exactly as charged and don't mark it up.
Yes. Regular shippers, retailers, restaurants, and contractors can qualify for business pricing and account terms. Contact us with your monthly volume and we'll quote you.
$200 per half pallet (48×40×30 inches max) or $350 per full pallet (48×40×72 inches max). Ideal for furniture, appliances, building materials, and bulk wholesale orders. Customs duty and VAT still apply.
No. The $1/lb air rate and pallet pricing are the same whether you're in Nassau, Grand Bahama, or a Family Island. Transit times differ but the rate doesn't.