BS Prefix and Three-Character Location Code
Bahamas uses the country prefix BS. A code such as BSNAS combines the two-letter country prefix with a three-character location identifier for Nassau.
Seaports in Bahamas: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Bahamas has 25 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, supporting island supply chains, cruise activity, regional distribution and ocean cargo connections in the Atlantic and Caribbean.
Use UN/LOCODE references to identify the appropriate Bahamas gateway and request current ocean freight options.
Bahamas Port Overview
Bahamas is an archipelagic maritime market. Nassau and Freeport are the most visible commercial gateways in the indexed data, while smaller island facilities support domestic distribution, cruise calls, bulk activity, tourism supply and project cargo. Port selection depends on island destination, cargo type, vessel service and onward delivery arrangements.
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Bahamas ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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2025 national cargo tonnage; comparable official total not published
Bahamas official statistics · 2025
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2025 container throughput in TEU; national series not published
Bahamas port statistics · 2025
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2025 commercial berth total and YoY change; consolidated series unavailable
Bahamas maritime authorities · 2025
How many seaports does Bahamas have?
Bahamas has 25 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight as of the Nov 2026 database snapshot. This is an indexed-coverage figure, not a claim that every facility has regular liner service.
Which is the largest or busiest port in Bahamas?
Nassau, identified by UN/LOCODE BSNAS, is the principal commercial and passenger gateway in the indexed sample. Freeport, BSFPO, is another major logistics and industrial gateway, but a directly comparable 2025 national TEU ranking is not publicly consolidated.
Which areas handle the main cargo flows?
The main indexed cargo areas are Nassau and New Providence, Freeport and Grand Bahama, and island distribution points such as George Town BSGGT and Marsh Harbour BSMHH. Service frequency and cargo handling capability vary by island and facility.
Top Ports in Bahamas
The following gateways are ordered by their position in the Ecer Freight indexed sample, which reflects business activity in the database rather than a government-published TEU league table. No comparable public 2025 throughput and year-on-year series was available for these facilities at the time of review.
Indexed commercial and cargo gateways in Bahamas
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Nassau | BSNAS | — | — | New Providence |
| — | Freeport | BSFPO | — | — | Grand Bahama |
| — | George Town | BSGGT | — | — | Exuma |
| — | Freeport, Bahamas | BSFRP | — | — | Grand Bahama |
| — | Marsh Harbour | BSMHH | — | — | Abaco |
| — | Cape Eleuthera | BSCEL | — | — | Eleuthera |
Bahamas Port Regions and Cargo Roles
New Providence and Central Bahamas
Nassau is the principal urban and passenger gateway, with cargo services supporting the country’s largest population and consumption center.
Indexed ports in New Providence and central island markets
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nassau | BSNAS | Nassau | National distribution, containerized consumer cargo and cruise-related logistics |
| George Town | BSGGT | George Town | Island supply, general cargo and passenger-related logistics |
| Rock Sound | BSRSD | Rock Sound | Local supply and general cargo for Eleuthera |
| The Bight | BSTBI | The Bight | Local island supply and tourism-related cargo |
Grand Bahama
Grand Bahama contains the Freeport area and South Riding Point, supporting industrial, energy-related, transshipment and general cargo activity subject to facility and service availability.
Indexed Grand Bahama gateways
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freeport | BSFPO | Freeport | Industrial cargo, container services and regional logistics |
| Freeport, Bahamas | BSFRP | Delaware | Indexed Freeport-area facility reference for commercial cargo |
| South Riding Point | BSSRP | High Rock | Bulk, energy-related and industrial cargo subject to terminal requirements |
Abaco and Eleuthera
Northern and eastern island facilities mainly serve local distribution, construction inputs, tourism supply and general cargo. Sailing schedules and equipment availability should be confirmed before booking.
Indexed Abaco and Eleuthera gateways
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marsh Harbour | BSMHH | Central Abaco | Abaco island distribution, general cargo and tourism supply |
| Cape Eleuthera | BSCEL | Cape Eleuthera | Local supply, project cargo and marine-related logistics |
| Eleuthera | BSELE | South Eleuthera | Island distribution and general cargo |
| Harbour Island | BSHBI | Harbour Island | Tourism supply and local general cargo |
| Green Turtle Cay | BSGTC | Green Turtle Cay | Small-island supply and general cargo |
Bahamas Port Codes and UN/LOCODEs
UN/LOCODEs provide standardized location identifiers for shipping documents, booking instructions, customs records and transport-system searches. They do not by themselves confirm a terminal’s current service schedule or cargo-handling capability.
City-Level and Facility-Level References
Some entries identify a city or broad port area, while others identify a more specific facility or operating location. The correct reference should match the carrier booking, bill of lading and actual place of receipt or delivery.
How to Verify a Code
Cross-check the location against the UNECE UN/LOCODE resource and the Ecer Freight port directory. Confirm the terminal, sailing, cargo restrictions and local charges with the carrier or freight forwarder.
Shipping from Bahamas: Main Trade Lanes
Bahamas trade-lane planning is generally hub-dependent. Transit time varies with transshipment, island feeder connections, port rotation, customs processing, weather and the selected carrier.
Bahamas to North America
Regular commercial links connect Bahamas gateways with North American hubs and distribution centers, subject to carrier schedules and cargo type.
Bahamas to the Caribbean
Caribbean services may use regional hubs and feeder legs to reach smaller island markets, making connection planning important for less frequent destinations.
Bahamas to Europe
Europe-bound cargo commonly moves through a North American or Caribbean connection rather than a direct sailing from every Bahamas location.
Inter-island Bahamas Distribution
Domestic and inter-island movements may rely on feeder, breakbulk, RoRo or smaller-vessel services, with equipment and sailing frequency varying by island.
Data Sources and Methodology
This page separates Ecer Freight indexed coverage from official statistical measures. Port order reflects the supplied business-activity ordering and does not represent a government ranking.
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party directory snapshot reviewed in Nov 2026, containing 25 Bahamas port and terminal records.
- UNECE — UN/LOCODE framework and location-code reference used for code structure and verification.
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency — navigational and maritime reference material used for general port-location cross-checking.
- Government of The Bahamas — official government source for national transport and statistical context where published.
- The Islands of The Bahamas — official tourism and destination context relevant to passenger and island-supply activity.
Bahamas Port FAQ
How many seaports does Bahamas have?
Bahamas has 25 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the Nov 2026 database snapshot. The figure describes indexed coverage and does not imply that all locations offer scheduled container service.
What is the main port in Bahamas?
Nassau, UN/LOCODE BSNAS, is the principal commercial and passenger gateway in the indexed sample. Freeport, BSFPO, is also an important industrial and logistics location.
What is the UN/LOCODE prefix for Bahamas?
The UN/LOCODE country prefix for Bahamas is BS. Examples include BSNAS for Nassau and BSFPO for Freeport.
Which Bahamas regions handle the most cargo?
Nassau and Freeport are the most prominent commercial gateways in the indexed sample. George Town and Marsh Harbour support regional and island distribution, while other facilities serve more specialized or local roles.
Are 2025 Bahamas port throughput figures available?
A consolidated, comparable 2025 TEU league table was not publicly available for the indexed Bahamas facilities at the time of review. Carrier, terminal and government releases may use different scopes, so figures should be checked against the precise facility and reporting period.
How should a shipper choose a Bahamas port?
Selection should follow the final island destination, cargo dimensions, equipment requirement, carrier rotation, customs process, inland or inter-island leg and terminal acceptance rules. The booking port and delivery point should be confirmed before cargo release.
How can a shipper request Bahamas sea freight rates?
Provide origin, destination, commodity, container or shipment type, weight, dimensions, ready date and any special handling requirements through the FCL quotation page or LCL quotation page.
Editorial note: Port names, UN/LOCODEs and indexed coverage are based on the Ecer Freight database snapshot for Nov 2026. Macroeconomic and port-performance references are reviewed against publicly available official or institutional material, but Bahamas facilities may report different scopes and schedules. The page is reviewed quarterly, and current sailing, berth, customs and equipment details remain subject to carrier and terminal confirmation.
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