- Reliability
- Moderate
Overall1.8/10Slower internet than about 80% of cities
Good to know
Good to Know
- Bahamian Dollar (BSD) is pegged 1:1 to USD; prices are the same in both currencies.
- Mobile coverage is strongest in Nassau and Paradise Island; drops significantly in Family Islands and Out Islands.
- Home internet installation can take 1–3 months if new cable infrastructure is required; delays common in new buildings.
- Summer power outages directly interrupt internet; business-critical users should consider a backup mobile hotspot or generator.
- Local SIM cards cost BSD 10–20 to purchase; data plans start BSD 5–12 for short-term visitors and scale up for heavier use.
- Physical SIM cards are standard; e-SIM adoption is limited among local carriers, though international e-SIM providers work via BTC/Aliv networks.
- BTC has more extensive coverage across all inhabited islands; Aliv offers faster speeds in urban areas but weaker Out Island coverage.
- International roaming can cost $5–12 per day or over $10/GB; a local SIM is far cheaper for nomads staying weeks or longer.
- Wi-Fi is widely available in hotels, resorts, cafes, and public spaces in Nassau, but relying on it alone is risky for remote work.
- 4G LTE exists but 'where available' — do not assume seamless coverage outside major tourist zones.
- Internet connection drops once or twice daily in some reported cases; reliable failover connectivity is essential for critical work.
Home Broadband
- Installation Timeline
- Varies by property type and location; new construction or cable routing may require 1–3 months
- Residency Requirement
- Traditionally required Bahamian residency; non-residents with rental/vacation homes may encounter barriers
- Typical Outage Pattern
- Occasional multi-hour outages; power disruptions during summer months; infrastructure aging
Providers
Cable Bahamas (REV/ALIV Fiber)
- Technology
- Fiber-optic backbone with cable/coaxial last-mile delivery
- Speeds Mbps
- Up to 100+ Mbps available; legacy REV service phasing out by July 2026
- Availability
- Nassau/New Providence primarily; expanding fiber network
- Notes
- REV legacy service transitioning to ALIV Fiber; modem rental available
BTC (Bahamas Telecommunications Company)
- Technology
- DSL and legacy infrastructure
- Speeds Mbps
- Variable; up to 100 Mbps marketed but inconsistent real-world speeds
- Availability
- Widespread in Nassau; also serves Out Islands
- Notes
- Older infrastructure; slower than cable in many areas
Bahamas WiMax
- Technology
- Fixed wireless broadband
- Speeds Mbps
- Variable
- Availability
- Limited coverage
- Notes
- Alternative wireless option
Mobile Networks
- Speed Caveats
- 4G LTE is 'where available, not everywhere'; video streaming unreliable outside Nassau/major hubs
- Typical Speeds
- 4G LTE available in urban/resort areas; 3G in remote locations; variable and inconsistent in less developed areas
Carriers
BTC Bahamas
- Coverage
- Extensive across main islands; weaker on Out Islands
- Technology
- 2G/3G/4G LTE (where available)
- Note
- Dominant historic provider; slower speeds in remote areas
Aliv (NewCo)
- Coverage
- Good in Nassau and major populated areas; more limited on Out Islands
- Technology
- 3G/HSPA (850/1900 MHz), 4G/LTE (700 MHz Band 13); no 2G/GSM
- Note
- Newer entrant (launched 2016); competitive rates and modern infrastructure
e-SIM
- Availability
- Limited; not widely offered by local carriers (BTC has no e-SIM; Aliv adoption unclear)
- Note
- eSIM technology gaining popularity but not standard with local carriers; international providers route through BTC/Aliv networks
International Options
Airalo
Cheapest Plan
- Cost USD
- 9.5
- Description
- 1 GB for 7 days
Jetpac
- Pricing Range USD
- 6.00–85.00 for 4–30 days
Saily
Example Plan
- Cost USD
- 8.49
- Description
- 1 GB per week
aloSIM
- Features
- Offers international phone number for calls/SMS; plans from 1–10 GB
Holafly
- Features
- Unlimited data e-SIM; daily cost from 3.76 USD
Physical SIM
Carriers
BTC Bahamas
- SIM Card Cost
- BSD 15
- Purchase Locations
- Official BTC stores, authorized resellers, kiosks, convenience stores, airport (NAS)
Data Plans
Starter
- Cost
- BSD 5.00
- Description
- 1 GB data + 500 MB YouTube + call minutes
Mid Tier
- Cost
- BSD 39
- Description
- 7 GB + extras
Data Only
- Cost
- BSD 11
- Description
- Data-only plans start
Tourist Bundle Example
- Cost
- BSD 25
- Description
- Tourist SIM: unlimited data, unlimited local/intl calls, unlimited SMS for 4 days
Aliv
- SIM Card Cost
- BSD 10
- Purchase Locations
- Official Aliv stores, authorized resellers, kiosks, retail outlets
Data Plans
Unlimited Weekly
- Cost
- BSD 45
- Description
- Unlimited data (fair use limits) per week
Tourist Bundle Example
- Cost
- BSD 12
- Description
- Tourist SIM: 2.5 GB data, 100 minutes, 100 SMS for 7 days
Reliability And Issues
- Summary
- Generally functional in Nassau but with notable vulnerabilities
- Power Dependency
- Power outages occur year-round but spike during summer months; internet loss common when electricity fails
- Geographic Variance
- Nassau/New Providence: reliable relative to Out Islands. Out Islands/Family Islands: much less reliable; satellite internet sometimes only option
- Connection Stability
- Frequent disconnections reported; multi-hour outages possible; infrastructure aging in places
- Remote Location Note
- Beyond major tourist hubs, speeds drop sharply and access becomes sporadic
Connectivity Reliability Tier
moderate
Connectivity Reliability Tier Rationale
Nassau has reasonably broad fiber/cable and 4G LTE coverage with straightforward SIM options, but frequent power-related outages and aging infrastructure keep it from a higher reliability tier.
Coverage Maps And Info
- Note
- BTC coverage map previously available online but has been removed; Speedtest historical coverage maps exist but are outdated. Current coverage best assessed by direct inquiry to carriers or locals at specific destination.
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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