Work
It is very difficult for non-Bahamians to obtain a work permit, the rule being that no expatriate may be offered a job that a qualified Bahamian can do. Employers must advertise locally and if the job is unfilled, a fairly exhaustive amount of paperwork is then required by the Department of Immigration.
Business hours
Banks 9am or 9:30am to 3pm Monday to Thursday, 9am or 9:30am to 4:30pm Friday
Businesses & Shops 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm Saturday
Supermarkets 8am-7pm
Exceptions are noted in specific listings. Banks on smaller Out Islands and cays may be open only once or twice a week.
