Bahrain
General visa requirements for travelling to Bahrain. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Tourist visa (UK/Canada/Ireland 5-Year Multiple Entry Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 3-5 business days
- Fee
- $80 USD
- Validity
- 5 years
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Special 5-year multiple entry visa for citizens of United Kingdom, Canada, and Ireland allowing 90-day stays per visit.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-sized photograph
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Online application
Complete online application
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee online
Tourist visa (GCC National ID Entry)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- Unlimited
- Entry
- Multiple entry
GCC nationals from Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and UAE can enter Bahrain with only a valid National ID Card. Qatar nationals are excluded and must obtain a tourist visa.
Tourist visa (USA Special 10-Year Multiple Entry Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 3-5 business days
- Fee
- $160 USD
- Validity
- 10 years
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Special bilateral agreement between USA and Bahrain introduced in October 2020. Allows 90-day stays per visit over 10-year validity period.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-sized photograph
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Online application
Complete online application as US citizen
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Fee payment
Pay unified fee of 160 USD (60 BHD)
Tourist visa (Tourist e-Visa (90 Days Multiple Entry))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 3-5 business days
- Fee
- $45 USD
- Validity
- 90 days from issue
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Multiple entry tourist visa valid for 90 days, allowing stays up to 90 consecutive days. Available to citizens of over 200 countries excluding GCC nationals.
Eligibility
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Financial
Higher financial capacity required for longer stay
Minimum funds: 1500
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-sized photograph
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: 1500; Months required: 3
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservation or accommodation confirmation; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Online application
Complete online application form with personal and travel details
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee online through secure payment gateway
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Processing wait
Visa processing time, may be longer during holidays
Tourist visa (Tourist e-Visa (14 Days Single Entry))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 14 days
- Processing time
- 3-5 business days
- Fee
- $25 USD
- Validity
- 30 days from issue
- Entry
- Single entry
Available to citizens of over 200 countries. Excludes GCC nationals who have visa-free access. Applicants must meet financial and documentation requirements.
Eligibility
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Financial
Applicants must demonstrate financial capacity to support their stay
Minimum funds: 1000
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-sized photograph
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: 1000; Months required: 3
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservation or accommodation confirmation; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Online application
Complete online application form with personal and travel details
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee online through secure payment gateway
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Processing wait
Visa processing time, may be longer during holidays
Business visa (Business Visa (Multiple Entry - 30 Days))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- 5 business days
- Fee
- $45 USD
- Validity
- 30 days from issue
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Multiple entry business visa for frequent business travelers. Allows multiple entries within 30-day validity period.
Eligibility
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Financial
Higher financial requirement for multiple entry
Minimum funds: 1500
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-sized photograph
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: 1500; Months required: 3
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Business invitation letter from Bahraini company
How to apply
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Online application
Complete online business visa application
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee online
Business visa (Business Visa (Single Entry - 7 Days))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 7 days
- Processing time
- 5 business days
- Fee
- $25 USD
- Validity
- 14 days from issue
- Entry
- Single entry
For business visitors conducting meetings, attending conferences, or exploring commercial opportunities. Requires Bahraini sponsor (company or individual).
Eligibility
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Financial
Minimum financial requirement for all visitors
Minimum funds: 1000
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Health
Must not suffer from communicable diseases
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-sized photograph
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: 1000; Months required: 3
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservation; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Business invitation letter from Bahraini company or sponsor explaining purpose of visit
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Police clearance
Validity months: 6
How to apply
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Online application
Complete online business visa application
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee online
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing
Diplomatic visa (Official/Service Passport Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- As per official travel
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Holders of official or service passports may enter Bahrain without a visa for short official visits. Travelers should follow their agency-specific guidance.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
Work / Immigration visa (Work Visa (Employment Visa))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 730 days
- Processing time
- 5-14 business days
- Fee
- $195 USD (1 year) / $390 USD (2 years)
- Validity
- 1-2 years, renewable
- Entry
- Multiple entry
All non-Bahraini (non-GCC) nationals intending to work in Bahrain must have a valid work visa sponsored by an employer registered with the Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA). GCC nationals have freedom of movement for employment.
Eligibility
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Employment
Must have confirmed job offer from LMRA-registered employer in Bahrain
Required status: Confirmed employment from LMRA-registered employer
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Passport-size photographs
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Police clearance
Validity months: 6
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Academic transcript
Provide academic records for the course, qualification or training route.
Must be notarized: Yes; Must be translated: No
How to apply
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Document submission
Employee submits passport, photographs, medical certificate, police clearance, and educational certificates
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Fee payment
Employer pays BHD 195 for 1-year or BHD 390 for 2-year work permit
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Processing wait
LMRA processes work visa application, typically 5 days but may take up to 2 weeks
Transit visa (Transit (Airport Transit))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 1 days
- Fee
- Free
- Entry
- Single entry
No transit visa required if remaining within the airport terminal for connecting flights. If exiting the airport, a visit visa is required.
Documents you need
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
Tourist visa (Tourist e-Visa (1 Year Multiple Entry))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 3-5 business days
- Fee
- $116 USD
- Validity
- 1 year from issue
- Entry
- Multiple entry
One-year multiple entry tourist visa allowing 90-day stays per visit. Valid for frequent travelers. Available to citizens of over 200 countries.
Eligibility
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Financial
Higher financial capacity required for one-year validity
Minimum funds: 2000
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-sized photograph
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: 2000; Months required: 6
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservation or accommodation confirmation; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Online application
Complete online application form with personal and travel details
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee online through secure payment gateway
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Processing wait
Visa processing time, may be longer during holidays
Tourist visa (Visa on Arrival (GCC Residents))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa on arrival
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- 15-20 minutes at airport
- Fee
- $25 USD
- Validity
- 30 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Available to all foreign residents of GCC countries (Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar) with valid residency permits. Extended to all GCC residents in August 2025.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Document submission
Present passport, GCC residency permit (both sides), and return ticket
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee at airport counter
Tourist visa (Visa on Arrival (Eligible Countries))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa on arrival
- Maximum stay
- 14 days
- Processing time
- 15-20 minutes at airport
- Fee
- $25 USD
- Validity
- 14 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Citizens of approximately 67-69 countries can obtain visa on arrival at Bahrain International Airport. This list includes major developed countries and some developing nations. Full list available at evisa.gov.bh.
Eligibility
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Financial
Must demonstrate financial capacity
Minimum funds: 500
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: 500; Months required: 3
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Document submission
Present passport, return ticket, hotel reservation, and financial proof
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee at airport counter
Business visa (Business Visa (Multiple Entry - 90 Days))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 5 business days
- Fee
- $80 USD
- Validity
- 12 months
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Long-term multiple entry business visa valid for 12 months. Allows stays of up to 90 consecutive days per visit.
Eligibility
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Financial
Substantial financial requirement for long-term visa
Minimum funds: 2500
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-sized photograph
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: 2500; Months required: 6
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Business invitation letter from Bahraini company
How to apply
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Online application
Complete online business visa application
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee online
Student visa (Student Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- Up to 2 months
- Fee
- $514 USD
- Validity
- Duration of academic program
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Students need to secure a student visa before they can study in Bahrain. Requirements vary depending on degree program, nationality, and the university. Processing can take up to two months or longer. Applications submitted less than two months in advance may incur additional fees (total USD 1,176).
Eligibility
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Financial
Must demonstrate sufficient funds for tuition and living expenses
Minimum funds: 10000
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Passport-sized photographs
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: 10000; Months required: 6
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Academic transcript
Provide academic records for the course, qualification or training route.
Must be notarized: Yes; Must be translated: No
How to apply
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Document submission
Submit passport, acceptance letter, academic documents, financial proof, and health certificate
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Fee payment
Pay standard student visa fee of USD 514 (non-refundable). Late applications incur additional fees.
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Processing wait
Visa processing takes up to 2 months depending on nationality. Apply at least 2 months before semester start.
Journalist visa (Journalist/Media Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- 10-15 business days
- Fee
- $80 USD
- Validity
- Duration of assignment
- Entry
- Single entry
Journalists and media professionals must have a journalism visa and should apply in advance of their travel. Requires accreditation from Bahrain's Ministry of Information Affairs.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Recent passport-sized photographs
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Document submission
Submit passport, press credentials, assignment letter, and accreditation documents
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Fee payment
Pay journalism visa fee
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing and approval
Transit visa (Transit Visa (Leaving Airport))
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 3 days
- Processing time
- 3-5 business days
- Fee
- $24 USD
- Validity
- 72 hours
- Entry
- Single entry
Required if planning to leave Bahrain International Airport during layover. Available for 24-hour or 72-hour durations.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservation if staying overnight; Must cover full stay: No
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Online application
Apply online before travel
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Fee payment
Pay 9 BHD (approximately 24 USD) visa fee
Medical visa (Medical Treatment Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 7-10 business days
- Fee
- $60 USD
- Validity
- Duration of medical treatment
- Entry
- Single entry
For applicants traveling to Bahrain to undergo or receive medical treatment. Only legal residents of Bahrain (for their family members abroad) or those with confirmed medical appointments can apply.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: 1000; Months required: 6
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Document submission
Submit passport, medical report/appointment confirmation, flight bookings, and bank statement
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Fee payment
Pay medical treatment visa fee
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing
Diplomatic visa (Diplomatic Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- As per diplomatic agreement
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Holders of diplomatic passports may enter Bahrain without a visa for certain periods depending on bilateral agreements. Official passport holders should follow their agency-specific guidance.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6