The death of a U.S. citizen, whether resident or tourist in The Bahamas, should be reported to the nearest Embassy or consulate so that a Report of Death of a U.S. Citizen Abroad can be issued. This document is necessary to settle legal and estate matters in the United States.

For additional information regarding the death of a U.S. citizen please see the Embassy website at https://bs.usembassy.gov/services/#emergencyassistance . Under U.S. Citizen Services, select “Death of a U.S. citizen”.

If you would like to speak to someone directly regarding the death of a U.S. citizen in The Bahamas or in the Turks and Caicos islands, call the U.S. Embassy:

Nassau:

Please call: 1 242 322 1181 ext.1

Outside of Office Hours: 1 242 322 1181 ext.43111

The Embassy can assist family and friends in the event of the death of a U.S. citizen in The Bahamas. However, funeral homes in The Bahamas are generally well versed on the requirements of shipping remains to the U.S. and can complete the necessary paperwork to export the remains to the United States or to prepare the remains for local burial. Procedures and costs for the disposition of remains varies throughout The Bahamas.

For additional information regarding the death of a U.S. citizen please see the Embassy website at https://bs.usembassy.gov/services/#emergencyassistance . Under U.S. Citizen Services, select “Death of a U.S. citizen”.