The total population of the Bahamas is just under 400,000, specifically around 319,000. Out of 700 islands, only 29 are populated. If you are looking for options to relocate yourself and your family in the Bahamas, please note that the most popular places for expats are New Providence, Abaco and Grand Bahamas.

New Providence Island holds about 70% of the population of the Bahamas. 

Due to the small population, the proportion of the community made up of ex-pats is not as big as in other countries with huge and populated cities. But it does not make it insignificant either. Between 2015 and 2020, the net Migration Rate was about 2.7 migrants/1,000 population. In that sense, around 15.3% of the population are immigrants (49.4% of them are women and 20.9% were under 15).

The biggest ex-pat community is located in New Providence and you can engage with its members through different activities. Some of the most common are running clubs, rugby leagues, sailing groups, and even, through the school of their children. If you have a family, the last one can be a major opportunity to engage with ex-pats living in the Bahamas.

Likewise, you can opt for more direct ways such as social network platforms like groups on Facebook of ex-pats living in the Bahamas. Since English is the official language in the country, you won't have the language barrier to get involved and get to know people.

If you want to become a "mostly Bahamian ex-pat", the best option would be to go to Nassau. There are abundant real estate agents that help you find a good neighborhood, excellent schools, and so on. Still, the vast majority of ex-pats ultimately opt for New Providence and Nassau due to the accessibility and quality of schools, financial centers, etc.

Moving to the Bahamas can be a life-changing experience, particularly if you enjoy outdoor activities. For instance, the twin cities of Freeport and Lucaya are situated on the water's edge of the island of Grand Bahama. The region around these cities has many outdoor activities to engage in, such as diving and sailing. Cricket is also popular in the country and locals gather to watch the matches from March to November, the cricket season. Hotels, casinos, and watersports facilities can be easily found in these areas as well. 

In general, the culture of the locals influences African customs as well as European colonialism. Their lifestyle is often qualified as "laid back", and it can be positive for many, and not so much for other ex-pats, who might be more used to a quicker-paced environment. It depends on the kind of person you think you are.

Besides these aspects, ex-pats living in the Bahamas, mainly in Nassau and Freeport, will find that the country has a cutting-edge healthcare system with numerous well-equipped medical facilities and well-trained staff. However, the standard of an ex-pat might not be satisfied in places that are not the two major islands. 

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