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Bahrain visa types depend on the purpose of your visit.
All GCC countries have visa-free regimes with Bahrain, except Qatar. There E-visa Bahrain, Bahrain Visa on Arrival, and Bahrain Tourist Visa for short-term purposes.
For long-term purposes, there is a Bahrain Work Visa, Bahrain Family Visa, and Bahrain Student visa.
There are different types of visas for Bahrain. You could apply any one of them, depending on your case. Some of the common types of Bahrain visas are mentioned below:
The Bahrain tourist visa is issued to foreign nationals who want to visit Bahrain for tourism. It is also for those who want to visit Bahrain for other short-term purposes like family visits. You are not allowed to work on a tourist visa.
The business visa is issued to short-term business travelers coming to Bahrain to attend any business event. It could be a conference, meeting, or other business activity, but you are just an attendant and are still employed by a foreign company. Do not confuse it with the Bahrain work visa.
A Bahrain work visa is the most suitable option for foreign nationals who want to work in Bahrain for any of the Bahrain companies and also want to live in Bahrain long-term.
This type of visa is granted to family members of the person who is among the work visa holders.
This visa is issued to international students. You might be enrolled in a higher education course in Bahrain for at least one year.
The requirements for obtaining a visa to Bahrain depend on the type of visa and the country you are applying for. However, there are essential documents that need to be presented regardless of the type of visa:
E visa Bahrain is an online way to get a visa to Bahrain. All nationals except North Korea and Iran can get an e-visa in Bahrain. After completing the application form and payment, you will receive your electronic visa by email. Visas are valid for 30 days, and the processing time is usually 2-4 weeks.
If you are eligible for a Bahrain e-Visa, you can apply online. To get an e-Visa for Bahrain, you have to follow the steps listed:
You will receive a reference number. You can use that reference number to check the outcome of your application.
A Bahrain e-Visa is processed within 2-4 weeks. Once your Bahrain visa is approved, you can print it out and use it to travel to Bahrain.
If the applicant is not available for a Bahrain e-visa or visa on Arrival, you will apply for a visa through an embassy. Bahrain
An embassy visa is a multiple-entry visa, valid for 30 days, which can be used within three months.
Tourist visas are provided to citizens of the European Union (EU), Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, and the United States for a stay of up to two weeks.
Bahrain Work visas permit you to work in Bahrain for an extended period of time. Before their arrival, applicants must gather all Labour Bahrain Market Regulatory Authority documents before entering the country.
If the Labour Market Regulatory Authority approves an application, applicants hold the right to work and reside in Bahrain for two years. Bahrain Family Visas allow applicants to bring their family members to Bahrain. However, this visa allows you to live in the country, not work.
Bahrain Visa cost depends on the type of visa you are applying for. The most popular visa is the Bahrain E visa which costs 25-120 USD. All other expenses you can check on our website in the Visa Policy section.
Most nationalities are eligible for a Bahrain E visa, which can be obtained online through our website by choosing the "Services" section.
The citizen of any of the following countries can apply for a Bahrain Visa on Arrival or a Bahrain e-Visa unless otherwise specified:
Visa on Arrival and e-visa allows you to stay in Bahrain for up to one month. Citizens of the UK and Ireland can stay for up to three months.
Citizens from the countries listed below can apply for a Bahrain e-Visa, which is valid for 14 days:
There is a different duration for different types of Bahrain issues. The time depends on the visa you apply for:
You can apply to extend your visa at the Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs office (NPRA) of the Ministry of Interior. You can usually extend your stay for another two weeks to a month, and you have to pay an extension fee.
No, it is illegal to work in Bahrain on a tourist visa. You will need a work permit and a sponsored work visa (from your employer).
Electronic visas can be submitted via an online application form, which is very easy for eligible travelers. This type of visa can be used for tourism or business purposes as long as the stay is short.
