By fostering these therapies, we can potentially alleviate the burden of chronic diseases, reduce healthcare costs and improve overall quality of life for our citizens
This is what the Minister of Health & Wellness, Dr. Michael R. Darville stated on April 17th 2024 as he presented and laid the Longevity and Regenerative Therapies Bill, 2024 in the House of Assembly.
The Bahamas is doing a big push on Stem Cell Therapy, but is it really a good destination for Stem Cell Therapy?
We break down the legal situation & compare costs across the Americas to help you make that decision.
Are Stem Cells Legal in the Bahamas in 2025
Yes, according to the updated Longevity & Regenerative Therapies BIll 2024, clinics can offer Stem Cell Treatments in the Bahamas, provided they have the relevant authorizations. But it’s not that simple. The process here is very similar to how Japan’s Regenerative Medicine Laws.
Not every clinic can legally offer stem cell treatments. And there are still clinics that are operating outside of the law, so you still need to be aware of this before you rush into choosing your clinic.
We break down the approval process below:
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To get approval, stem cell clinics may only offer treatments if they are licensed healthcare facilities and the specific therapy protocol has been approved by the national Ethics Review Committee and authorized by the Regenerative Therapy Board. Here’s the workflow:
Get Licensed as a Healthcare Facility
Clinics must first be registered and licensed under the Bahamas Hospitals and Health Care Facilities Act. Without this, no stem cell treatment can legally take place.
Have Qualified Doctors in Place
Only licensed physicians in The Bahamas can administer treatments. Foreign specialists can participate, but only if approved by regulators and partnered with a Bahamian-licensed doctor.
Submit Therapy Protocol for Ethics Review & Pay Fees
Before treating any patients, the clinic must apply to the Ethics Review Committee. This committee looks at the specific therapy (e.g., orthopedic use of stem cells) and decides if it’s safe and scientifically valid. Each application must include the prescribed fee.
Receive Final Board Authorization
If the Ethics Review Committee approves the protocol, the National Longevity & Regenerative Therapy Board issues written authorization. Only then can the clinic begin offering the treatment to patients.
Clinics don’t get one blanket license for “stem cells.” Instead, every treatment must have its own written authorization.
For example, if a clinic wants to treat orthopedic injuries and Parkinson’s disease, they need two separate authorizations, one for each condition.
This ensures every therapy offered has been specifically reviewed and cleared for safety and effectiveness.
Stem Cells used in the Bahamas
Most Stem Cell clinics in the Bahamas will be offering umbilical cord derived Stem Cell treatments, whether they have the authorizations or not.
But how many clinics in the Bahamas are following these regulations? The questions are still out.
The act does state the minister can immediately suspend clinics who don’t follow regulations, & serve fines and prison sentences.
If you are visiting the Bahama’s for Stem Cell Treatment, make sure you’re doing your due diligence on Stem Cell clinics.
What conditions can be treated with Stem Cells in the Bahamas
In the updated act, there’s no list of approved or banned conditions. so technically as long as the specific protocol has been authorized, any condition can be treated.
But there is a difference between treatments that are approved and those still classed as experimental. Clinics can offer both but here’s the distinction:
This is why you see quite a few clinics in The Bahamas offer stem cell therapies as “paid clinical trials.”
This means the treatment is still experimental, it has research approval and not full approval. By marketing it as a “paid clinical trial”, it allows clinics to offer these treatments legally.
To look at the science behind how Stem Cells can help each specific condition, check out our Areas of Treatment Section.
How much is Stem Cell Therapy in the Bahamas
We’re working on getting the right costs for the Bahamas here! Rather than give a random range, we’d rather get accurate costs and publish them. Bear with us!
We’ve gathered our pricing data in a few different ways & we’re always updating it!
Best Stem Cell Therapy clinics in Central & South America
We don’t let any clinic just sign up or pay to be listed.
We speak to every clinic directly and review their medical team, the treatments they offer, how their stem cells are sourced and how they follow up with patients after treatment.
We also review licensing documents to confirm they meet the legal and medical standards of the country they operate in. For example, whether cells are processed in a GMP-certified facility or if they provide documentation on stem cell quality.
Clinics must also agree to let us collect and publish independent patient reviews. Both positive and negative.
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Top Stem Cell Therapy Clinics in Central & South America
We’ve vetted Stem Cell Therapy clinics across Central & South America. Information on their processes, standards they follow & prices are on their profiles.
Compare ClinicsBahama’s Stem Cell Prices compared to Mexico & Colombia
Costs across Mexico & Colombia range $1,320 to $25,000.
We’ve broken down pricing and provided specific links to our pricing guides in this table. To compare costs globally, our article on Average Costs Around the World might be useful.
| Country | Cost Range $ (USD) | Cost Guide |
| Colombia | $5,000 to $25,000 | Colombia Cost Guide |
| Mexico | $1,320 to $15,000 | Mexico Cost Guide |
Is the Bahamas better than Antigua for Stem Cell Therapy?
Regulations are stricter in the Bahamas than in Antigua, but that doesn’t mean it’s necessarily better.
Both countries have legalized Stem Cell Therapy, but Antigua’s laws are not as in depth as Bahama’s Longevity & Regenerative Therapies Bill in 2024. And both countries are really trying to capture global medical tourism and position themselves as leaders in Stem Cell Therapy.
No doubt, if you’re in the US you’ve heard the stories of famous people travelling to both countries for different reasons. But as of right now, we don’t have the evidence to say which country is better or worse than one another.
Our team can walk you through the individual regulations for each country & how we vet clinics specifically. To read how we do this, the button below takes you to our Processes Page.
To compare different countries globally, our article on the Best Countries for Stem Cell Therapy might be a useful read.
Do I need a Visa to get Stem Cell Therapy in the Bahamas
No, for most countries, citizens can enter the Bahamas for up to 30 days or more without a visa. For Stem Cell Treatment, this is more than enough time. Most people are in and out of the Bahamas within two weeks. We’ve broken down visa requirements for a few countries below:
| Country | Visa required | Reading Material |
| United States | No: 90 Day Visa Free | Department of State |
| United Kingdom | No Visa Required | Bahamas Immigration Dept |
| Canada | No: 30 Day Visa Free | Gov.uk |
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Browse Verified Stem Cell ClinicsShould I get Stem Cell Therapy in the Bahamas
The Bahamas is an option you can consider for Stem Cell Therapy. Firstly, it’s a great destination to combine an amazing holiday with medical treatment.
From a holiday destination perspective, there’s amazing beaches & scenery. It’s a great place to relax.
The updated regulations do give some reassurance that clinics that are authorized are following best practice. However, the practices around “paid clinical trials” do show there are loopholes clinics can go through & the fact they are allowed to do this can put some people off.
Overall, it can be an option for Stem Cell Therapy, but always be aware of all the risks when looking at Stem Cell clinics in the Bahamas.
If you’re deciding which country is best for you, or want to talk about clinics we’ve already vetted, fill out our form below. Our team will guide you with clear, honest answers.
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Common side effects of getting Stem Cells are fever and local pain/swelling at the injection site. We go into all of the side effects in more detail in our Stem Cell Therapy Side Effects Article
Yes, Stem Cells can help your knee arthritis by reducing inflammation and supporting the body’s natural healing process. There’s a few different types of Stem cell treatments for knee issues, our article on Stem Cells for Knee conditions goes into more detail.
Or if you’re interested in reading about any other condition Stem Cells can treat, check out our Areas of Treatment section. It has individual articles on each specific condition & if Stem Cells can help.
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