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Country Brief

Bahamas

Sex work itself illegal under Bahamian law; tolerated in tourist areas around Nassau and Freeport.

Legal model

Illegal but tolerated in tourist zones

Risk level

Medium

Currency

Bahamian Dollar (BSD; pegged to USD)

Languages

English

Emergency

911 / 919

AOC / SW min

16 / 18

1-Hour Session Pricing (Indicative)

Budget

USD 100

Typical

USD 200–400

Premium

USD 600+

Key Areas

  • Nassau — Cable Beach hotels; Bay Street nightlife
  • Paradise Island — Atlantis casino-resort scene
  • Freeport / Lucaya — Port Lucaya Marketplace; Count Basie Square

Top Safety Notes

  • Avoid Over-the-Hill neighbourhoods of Nassau; gang violence
  • Cruise-port touts run scams; verified providers via private message only
  • Bring USD cash; cards work but skimming reported

Last verified April 2026. Print to PDF for offline reference. Full country guide: /regions/bahamas.