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Bahrain Visa Types
Bahrain Visa Types
VisaHQ is the go-to online platform to submit your application for Bahrain e-visa options. You can apply for a Bahrain tourist e visa, Bahrain transit e visa, Bahrain family e visa, the Bahrain business e visa. Each visa is unique and has a list of requirements you must meet, so take your time to read our review of each of the E-visa on offer to know more.
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Bahrain Tourist e Visa
The Bahrain e-tourist visa is issued to nationals from e-visa eligible countries who want to spend their holidays or tour the historic and fun spots in the Kingdom. This visa is available online and allows the holder to stay for some time, depending on their nationality, which may be between 14 days or up to 6 months (for Canadian citizens). The e-tourist visa may be single or multiple entries based on the validity. This visa does not allow you to work throughout your stay as it Is solely for leisure, and you must leave the Kingdom on or before the last day of grace.
If you wish to stay for a little longer than your visa will allow, you must apply for an extension before your current visa expires. The immigration office in charge of your case at the Nationality, Passport & Residence Affairs (NPRA) office will decide how many extra days to offer.
Note: Once the e-visa is approved, it will be forwarded to your verified email address.
The e-visa is linked to your passport, but you should print it out and travel with it to Bahrain.
Port of Entry
You can use the tourist e-visa to enter Bahrain through any of these routes
- King Fahd Causeway
- Bahrain International Airport
Bahrain Business e Visa
The business e-visa is an online visa designed for business persons, investors, and professionals coming to Bahrain for noncommercial engagements. This visa is issued for short-term purposes and should be distinct from a work visa. Holders of business e-visas are not allowed to work or engage in any economic activity that will earn them direct remuneration in Bahrain. To get the visa, the applicant has to submit an invitation letter forwarded to them by the host in Bahrain, who may be an individual or business entity. The letter must be printed on the company letterhead and clearly explain the visit's purpose.
They must also provide documents to validate their economic situation as self-employed or employees of an establishment. Business visas can be issued as single or multiple-entry visas.
Port Of Entry
You can enter Bahrain using an e-visa through any of these routes
- King Fahd Causeway
- Bahrain International Airport
Bahrain Transit e Visa
If your final destination is not Bahrain but another country, but you plan to make a brief stop there before continuing your journey, you should apply for a transit e visa if you are from a e-visa eligible country. Transit visas are optional for travelers who plan to remain in the airport's transit area awaiting their next flight. However, those who wish to spend a day or two in Manama before returning to the airport to board flights for their next destination will need this visa.
Port Of Entry
- King Fahd Causeway
- Bahrain International Airport
It is advised to apply at least 10 days before the intended entry date.
It is advised to apply at least 10 days before the intended entry date.
It is advised to apply at least 10 days before the intended entry date.
It is advised to apply at least 10 days before the intended entry date.
Fill out Bahrain Tourist E-visa application form online
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information pages of your valid, signed passport with at least 6 months remaining validity.
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary for the duration of the trip (Applicant's name must be on itinerary).
Hotel Reservation. Copy of hotel booking in Kingdom of Bahrain. Alternately, in case you are staying with a relative/friend, please provide a copy of their ID reader's print out.
Valid visa. Copy of a valid visit visa to UAE, UK, USA, KSA (excluding Hajj & Umrah visa), Schengen or USA Green Card
Company bank statement. Copy of a bank statement under the visitor's name covering the last three months with an ending balance of not less than the equivalent of USD 1000.
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information pages of your valid, signed passport with at least 6 months remaining validity.
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary for the duration of the trip (Applicant's name must be on itinerary).
Hotel Reservation. Copy of hotel booking in Kingdom of Bahrain. Alternately, in case you are staying with a relative/friend, please provide a copy of their ID reader's print out.
Valid visa. Copy of a valid visit visa to UAE, UK, USA, KSA (excluding Hajj & Umrah visa), Schengen or USA Green Card
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information pages of your valid, signed passport with at least 6 months remaining validity.
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary for the duration of the trip (Applicant's name must be on itinerary).
Hotel Reservation. Copy of hotel booking in Kingdom of Bahrain. Alternately, in case you are staying with a relative/friend, please provide a copy of their ID reader's print out.
Valid visa. Copy of a valid visit visa to UAE, UK, USA, KSA (excluding Hajj & Umrah visa), Schengen or USA Green Card
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information pages of your valid, signed passport with at least 6 months remaining validity.
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary for the duration of the trip (Applicant's name must be on itinerary).
Hotel Reservation. Copy of hotel booking in Kingdom of Bahrain. Alternately, in case you are staying with a relative/friend, please provide a copy of their ID reader's print out.
Valid visa. Copy of a valid visit visa to UAE, UK, USA, KSA (excluding Hajj & Umrah visa), Schengen or USA Green Card
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information pages of your valid, signed passport with at least 6 months remaining validity.
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary for the duration of the trip (Applicant's name must be on itinerary).
Hotel Reservation. Copy of hotel booking in Kingdom of Bahrain. Alternately, in case you are staying with a relative/friend, please provide a copy of their ID reader's print out.
Valid visa. Copy of a valid visit visa to UAE, UK, USA, KSA (excluding Hajj & Umrah visa), Schengen or USA Green Card
Passport copy. A clear scan of the information pages of your valid, signed passport with at least 6 months remaining validity.
Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or detailed itinerary for the duration of the trip (Applicant's name must be on itinerary).
Hotel Reservation. Copy of hotel booking in Kingdom of Bahrain. Alternately, in case you are staying with a relative/friend, please provide a copy of their ID reader's print out.
Valid visa. Copy of a valid visit visa to UAE, UK, USA, KSA (excluding Hajj & Umrah visa), Schengen or USA Green Card
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A visa is not required for this destination.
- The following copies of documents may optionally be submitted to support the application:Copy of hotel booking in Bahrain.
- The following copies of documents may optionally be submitted to support the application:Copy of hotel booking in Bahrain.
- The following copies of documents may optionally be submitted to support the application:Copy of hotel booking in Bahrain.
- The following copies of documents may optionally be submitted to support the application:Copy of hotel booking in Bahrain.
Bahrain Tourist E-visa fees for citizens of United States of America
| Type of visa | Validity Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa. | Processing Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only. | Embassy fee | Service fee | Case credit The fee will be credited towards future filings through VisaHQ. | Tax | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single entry (14 days stay) | Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa. Up to 30 days | Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only. 5 business days | Embassy fee:$24.00 Service fee:$59.00 Case credit*:$0.00 Tax:$0.00 Total cost:$83.00 | ||||
| Single entry (14 days stay) | Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa. Up to 30 days | Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only. 5 business days | Embassy fee:$24.00 Service fee:$89.00 Case credit*:$0.00 Tax:$0.00 Total cost:$113.00 | ||||
| Multiple entry (30 days stay) | Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa. Up to 90 days | Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only. 5 business days | Embassy fee:$43.00 Service fee:$59.00 Case credit*:$0.00 Tax:$0.00 Total cost:$102.00 | ||||
| Multiple entry (30 days stay) | Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa. Up to 90 days | Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only. 5 business days | Embassy fee:$43.00 Service fee:$89.00 Case credit*:$0.00 Tax:$0.00 Total cost:$132.00 | ||||
| Multiple entry (90 days stay) | Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa. Up to 1 year | Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only. 5 business days | Embassy fee:$117.00 Service fee:$59.00 Case credit*:$0.00 Tax:$0.00 Total cost:$176.00 | ||||
| Multiple entry (90 days stay) | Maximum validity refers to the period over which you are allowed to enter a given country. Validity of visa starts from the date of issuance of visa. Up to 1 year | Processing times start on the next business day following submission and serve as indications of processing times under normal circumstances only. 5 business days | Embassy fee:$117.00 Service fee:$89.00 Case credit*:$0.00 Tax:$0.00 Total cost:$206.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bahrain visa
- What is a sponsored visa?A sponsored visa for the Kingdom of Bahrain is a visa that you can only obtain through an individual or company in Bahrain who acts as the sponsor. Work visas in Bahrain always require a sponsor, and so do visit visas for many nationalities. If you wish to visit a resident of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and do not qualify for an unsponsored visa, you may be sponsored by the resident (or by the employer of this person).
- The Visit eVisa and GCC eVisa are unsponsored. What does this mean?In contrast to a sponsored visa, an unsponsored visa is a visa that you can obtain yourself without the need for a sponsor. The Visit eVisa is an example of an unsponsored visa, but not every person is eligible for one of these.
- What happens if my application is not approved?In a small percentage of cases, we may not be able to evaluate and approve an application. In these cases, you should apply through the nearest Bahrain embassy.
- If my e-Visa application is denied, will my fees be refunded?The processing fee will not be refunded if the application is unsuccessful.
- What can I do if I make a mistake in my application?Once an application has been submitted and processed, and the card payment has been processed, if the application is rejected or cancelled, the visa fees will be refunded but the processing fees are not refundable. It is important that you are very careful when you type in your personal details.
- How long is a visa valid for?The eVisa is valid for 30 days from the approval date. Note that it is not possible to have more than one visa issued for a passport at a time. You must have used your eVisa, or it should have expired, before you can apply for another eVisa.
- Can i extend my stay in destination country?On a Visit eVisa you can stay in Bahrain for 14 days (but British and Irish nationals can stay up to 3 months). On a GCC eVisa you can stay for either 3 days or 7 days, depending on which eVisa you purchased.
- How long can I stay in the destination country?On a Visit eVisa you can stay for 14 days.