Key Points The BEATS permit allows remote work or study from the Bahamas for 12 months The permit may be extended up to three years Certain qualifying criteria apply, including sufficient finances for the duration of stay Applicants may complete the BEATS application online Average application processing time is five days Overview The government has released the Bahamas Extended Access Travel Stay (BEATS) permit allowing professional workers and students to work or study remotely from the Bahamas. The permit may be extended up to three years. What are the Changes? The BEATS permit is a new permit that allows legal remote work