Bahrain Visa

Visa service for the destination Bahrain

Bahrain is a state consisting of 33 islands. They are located in the bay of the Persian Gulf, east of Saudi Arabia. As a stopover, for example on a journey to China, the island state is very popular. We are happy to apply for a visa for Bahrain before the trip for all travelers who are eligible for the country's e-visa issuance process as an accredited visa agency. This includes citizens of all EU countries as well as nationals of Switzerland, Austria, Turkey, and the Russian Federation. It is wonderful for a vacation or a visit to the Formula 1 race in Bahrain. In addition, it is permissible for other leisure activities and business trips, e.g. for participating in conferences or negotiations.

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Validity of Visa for Bahrain

The Online Visa for Bahrain is valid for a maximum of 30 days from the date of issuance and allows for multiple entries. The visa validity indicates the period during which entry is permitted before the visa becomes invalid. The maximum length of stay is 7 or 14 days. An exception is made for British and Irish citizens who are allowed a visit for tourism purposes for up to 3 months. The day of entry into Bahrain counts as the 1st day of stay. A one-time extension of the visa by 2 weeks is generally possible on-site at the "Nationality, Passports & Residence Affairs" department (NPRA) of the Bahraini Ministry of Interior.

Required Documents for Bahrain

In order to process the visa applications for you, we need a copy of your passport. As a visitor, you are required to provide confirmed return or onward flight tickets along with sufficient funds for your stay in Bahrain. To learn more about the required documents and entry requirements, please navigate to the Entry requirements or the individual categories for a visa from the Kingdom of Bahrain.

The Bahraini immigration authorities differentiate visas based on seven characteristics:

Purpose of travel: (e.g. tourist visa, business visa, work visa, private visa, transit visa, etc.)
Sponsor: In many cases, an invitation and guarantee from a Bahraini host (e.g. company, hotel, travel agency) are required as visa support. Depending on nationality and purpose of travel, there are also non-sponsored visas. In this case, travelers themselves are responsible for ensuring adequate funding for their stay. In the case of e-visas for tourist and business purposes, no sponsor is required.
Standard visa or online visa for Bahrain: A standard visa is recorded as an endorsement in the visitor's passport, e.g. in the form of a sticker or stamp. The e-visa is paperless. The immigration authorities at the border already have the travelers' personal data.
Single and multiple entry: Visas for multiple entries are not available to all applicants. Those eligible for the online visa process usually receive a multiple entry visa when needed.
Place of issue: There are four ways of issuance depending on the purpose of travel and nationality: Internet (e-visa), Visa On Arrival, Visa issuance by a consular department, Visa procurement by a sponsor.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Visa for Bahrain

What is the difference between visa validity and length of stay?

The e-Visa for Bahrain is valid for 3 weeks from the date of issue. The validity corresponds to the period during which one or more entries to Bahrain are permitted. The length of stay is a maximum of 14 days (or 7 days in some cases) and starts on the day of arrival in the island state.

When is the best time to fill out the application form?

It is recommended to submit the visa application in advance, i.e. one week before departure, but no later than 4 days before the trip. Processing may take up to 72 hours. Since the visa is valid from the date of issue, the earliest application date is 30 days before departure.

Is it possible for the Bahraini authorities to reject the visa application? What should I do?

In exceptional cases, rejections of applications are possible. In this case, it is necessary to contact a Bahraini diplomatic mission or the NPRA (Nationality, Passport and Residence Affairs) of the Ministry of Interior of Bahrain. There will be no refund of the application fees.

I am traveling through the Caucasus directly to Saudi Arabia. Do I need a visa?

Yes, a transit visa for Bahrain is required. In addition, you will need a main visa for Saudi Arabia as proof of your onward journey.