Is YouTube Monetized in Bahamas?

If your channel is based in Bahamas, can you make money with YouTube monetization? Let’s find out.

YouTube monetization is not available in Bahamas. Unfortunately, there is nothing you can do to get AdSense revenue in Bahamas. Changing your channel’s country won’t help, as Google AdSense will verify your actual address. If your chanel’s country and your country of residence don’t match, you’ll be ineligible. Also, entering fradulend information might have legal consequences, or lead to your channel’s termination.

Can You Monetize YouTube Shorts in Bahamas?

Until YouTube monetization becomes available in Bahamas, you won’t get any money from AdSense for views on your Shorts either.

Can I Make Money on YouTube in Bahamas?

You can still make money on YouTube in Bahamas, even if YouTube monetization is not avaible. Brand deals (or sponsorships), affiliate marketing and merch are very popular and viable options.

Why Isn’t YouTube Monetization Available in Bahamas?

YouTube doesn’t say why it channels in Bahamas are not monetized. Some local laws in Bahamas might prevent you to make money from the United States, where Google (which ows YouTube) is based.

Also, some laws in the United States of America might be at play here.