U.S. Embassy Nassau 2025 Bahamian Business Climate Survey

Championing American Business Through Diplomacy Act (CABDA) Survey

American Businesses' Perception of the Bahamian Business Climate
U.S. Embassy Nassau aims to regularly engage American businesses in The Bahamas to gauge the business climate, safeguard U.S. economic and business interests, and anticipate economic and commercial priorities. We thank you in advance for your frank and complete responses to the questions below.
Please complete your company's business information below.
For the purpose of this survey, the Embassy will define U.S. or U.S.-affiliated companies in line with U.S. Department of Commerce guidance. Please select all that apply to your business.*

Majority-owned or operated by a U.S. citizenU.S.-headquartered (including foreign subsidiaries, franchisees, or distributors)Bahamian company which has significant investment in the U.S., a significant number of employees in the U.S., and a long-term commitment to maintaining an economic presence in the U.S.Bahamian or Foreign company which was formerly U.S.-owned and has strong U.S. brand recognition
Which of the following categories best describes your business' primary industry?
How long has your business operated in The Bahamas?*

Less than 1 year1 - 3 years3 - 5 years5 - 10 yearsMore than 10 years
What factors influenced your decision to operate in The Bahamas? (Select all that apply.)

Tax incentivesMarket potentialPolitical stabilityQuality of lifeLabor marketRegulatory environment
How would you rate the overall business climate in The Bahamas?*

Very GoodGoodNeutralPoorVery Poor
How would you rate the ease of doing business in The Bahamas?*

Very EasyEasyNeutralDifficultVery Difficult
How likely are you to recommend The Bahamas as a business destination to other American businesses?

Very LikelyLikelyNeutralUnlikelyVery Unlikely
What are the top two issues, specific to your business/sector, that are most disruptive to U.S. trade and investment? *
What top two important reforms could the Bahamian government enact to improve the business climate for U.S. companies? *
Have you previously interacted with the U.S. Embassy on economic or commercial issues?

YesNo
What top top two benefits do you realize from your engagement with the U.S. Embassy (including U.S. agencies in The Bahamas)? What type of commercial diplomacy would you like to see more of? *
Considering your operational expertise and experience in this country, what are your top two recommendations for what the U.S. government should prioritize in its efforts to encourage local reform and best practices? *
Are you a member of the local American Chamber of Commerce?

YesNoNo, but interested in joining
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Championing American Business Through Diplomacy Act (CABDA) Survey