Bahamas•North AmericaReplacement Permit Card
At a Glance
Varies
BSD $300
Matches original permit validity
Not renewable
Renewal
Not renewable
Family
Not specified
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Overview
This is an administrative process to replace a lost, stolen, or damaged immigration permit card (such as a work permit or residence permit).
The Replacement Permit Card process is an administrative procedure for individuals who have lost or damaged their official immigration documentation. It requires a formal request and the submission of specific evidence, including a police report for lost or stolen items. The process ensures that residents maintain valid physical proof of their legal status in The Bahamas.
Cost Breakdown
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Must be a holder of a valid immigration permit that has been lost, stolen, or damaged
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Letter of Request addressed to the Director of Immigration
Copy of the biographical data page of the applicant's current passport
Two (2) current passport-sized photographs (2x2 inches)
Police report (if lost or stolen)
The damaged/defaced document (if applicable)
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Restores physical proof of legal immigration status
- Necessary for compliance with local identification laws
Worth Knowing
- Requires in-person appearance
- Non-refundable processing fee
- Police report mandatory for lost/stolen items
- Expired original permit
- Inability to provide proof of identity
Application Process
Obtain a police report if the card was lost or stolen
Prepare a formal letter of request to the Director of Immigration
Present yourself in person at the Immigration office with all required documentation
Pay the processing and document fees
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