Bahrain

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Phone Code

+973

Capital

Manama

Population

1.5 Million

Native Name

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Region

Asia

Western Asia

Timezone

Arabia Standard Time

UTC+03:00

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Bahrain is an island nation in the Arabian Gulf, connected to Saudi Arabia by the King Fahd Causeway and known for its liberal atmosphere, financial services sector, and Formula 1 Grand Prix. Manama, the capital, offers modern shopping malls, traditional souqs, luxury hotels, and waterfront dining. Visitors are drawn to Bahrain Fort (Qal'at al-Bahrain), the Grand Mosque, Bahrain National Museum, Tree of Life, and pearl diving heritage. Bahrain provides accessible entry through e-visa and visa on arrival for most international visitors.

Visa Requirements for Bahrain

Bahrain offers multiple entry options for international visitors. Citizens of GCC countries (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar) can enter visa-free. Many nationalities can apply for e-visa online through evisa.gov.bh before travel or obtain visa on arrival at Bahrain International Airport. E-visa application requires valid passport, passport photograph, accommodation details, return flight ticket, and visa fee payment. Visa on arrival is available for eligible nationalities at airport immigration. GCC residents holding valid residence permits can obtain visa on arrival regardless of nationality. Business travelers may require sponsorship from Bahraini companies. Processing for e-visa typically takes 3-5 business days.

Common Visa Types

E-Visa (Tourist)

Single-entry for 14 days or multiple-entry for 3 months; apply online at evisa.gov.bh.

For tourism, leisure travel, visiting friends and family, cultural events for eligible nationalities.

Visa on Arrival

Typically 14 days single-entry; GCC residents can obtain longer validity; fees payable at airport.

For eligible nationalities and GCC residents arriving at Bahrain International Airport without advance visa.

GCC Resident Visa

Available on arrival at airport or King Fahd Causeway; duration based on residence permit validity.

For residents of GCC countries (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar) holding valid residence permits.

Business Visa

Typically 14-90 days; requires business invitation and company sponsorship.

For commercial meetings, conferences, trade missions with sponsorship from Bahraini company or organization.

Important Travel Information

Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended departure from Bahrain with blank pages for stamps.

E-visa must be printed and presented at immigration along with passport and supporting documents.

GCC residents should carry valid GCC residence permit (iqama, residence visa) and passport for visa on arrival eligibility.

Cities with missions

Where this country maintains embassies or consulates

Manama
States & Regions in Bahrain

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Embassies in Bahrain

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Germany

Bahrain

Manama
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United Kingdom

Bahrain

Manama
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United States

Bahrain

Manama
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