Updated June 2025
Bahrain visa on arrival countries list
GCC nationals (Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, the UAE, and Oman) traveling to Bahrain will not require a visa to enter. Visitors to Bahrain who hold a current valid Residence Permit or Visit Visa for a GCC country should check their eligibility via the Bahrain e-visa portal.
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As per Bahrain’s e-visa website, 212 countries are eligible for visa-on-arrival facilities. Some of them are listed below:
Europe: Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Falkland Islands, Finland, France, French Guyana, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.
Asia: Afghanistan, Brunei, China, Cyprus, Hong Kong, Japan, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, Macau, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, and Thailand.
America: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Mexico, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, United States, Uruguay, and Venezuela.
Africa: Algeria, Sudan, Zimbabwe, and Zambia.
Oceania: Australia and New Zealand.
Please visit the official Bahraini e-visa website for the complete list of countries. Click on the country name to verify your visa eligibility, with terms and conditions applying.
Bahrain visa on arrival requirements
Eligible applicants for the visa on arrival will receive either a 14-day or 30-day visa, which can be extended if applied at the Nationality, Passport, and Residence Affairs (NPRA) Department in Bahrain’s Ministry of Interior. The visa is issued on arrival at any entry point in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Before applying for an eVisa, travelers must ensure that they can support themselves (and any dependents) during their visit. Taking up any paid or unpaid employment while on a tourist visa in Bahrain is illegal. Foreigners will need a sponsored work visa (from their employer) and a work permit to work in Bahrain.
Required documents
- Traveler’s passport should be valid for 6 months from arrival in Bahrain.
- A copy of the passport.
- Return airline tickets.
- Proof of accommodation or a copy of a hotel reservation.
- If staying with a relative, the applicant must provide a copy of their relative’s CPR Reader printout.
- Three months’ bank statements showing a regular income of at least USD 1,000.
Bahrain visa on arrival application process
Bahrain currently issues two types of on-arrival visas:
Single-entry visit visa:
The single-entry visit visa is issued on arrival in Bahrain to eligible visitors, provided their entry does not violate the security and national welfare of the Kingdom of Bahrain. This visa can be used only once for a single entry, and the allowed length of stay is 2 weeks, which may be extended for some nationalities. This visa is also extendable in Bahrain on payment of a certain fee.
Multiple-entry visit visa:
The multiple-entry visit visa is issued to eligible visitors on arrival at any entry point for the Kingdom of Bahrain, provided their entry does not violate the security and national welfare of the Kingdom of Bahrain. This visa can be used for multiple entries to Bahrain, and the length of stay allowed is up to 1 month. However, this visa is also extendable on payment of a certain fee.
Travelers eligible for a visa on arrival can apply for an e-visa online in advance. To apply for the e-visa for Bahrain, travelers will need to follow the procedure mentioned below:
- Complete the online application form with all the required details such as nationality, passport number, personal information, etc.
- Attach all required documents in either JPG or PDF format.
- Use a credit or debit card for online payment of the Bahrain e-Visa fee; the amount paid is non-refundable.
- Upon payment of the required fee, the applicant will receive a reference number that can be used to check the status of the application.
- Once the Bahrain visa is approved, the applicant will receive their visa via e-mail, which can be printed out and used to travel to Bahrain.
Travelers who are not eligible for a visa on arrival or an online visa will have to apply for a Bahrain visa through an embassy, a sponsor, or a travel agency. A Bahrain visa obtained via an embassy can be used for multiple entries into the Kingdom.
Please note that you will need a stable working internet connection to have a seamless process for your Bahrain eVisa application. If your internet connection is unstable, an error message will be prompted for security reasons.
Can you get Bahrain visa on arrival at King Fahd Causeway?
Saudi family visit visa holders and Saudi Iqama holders may be eligible for a Bahrain visa on arrival to travel via the King Fahd Causeway.
Bahrain visa on arrival cost
A two-week visa on arrival in Bahrain costs BD 5, while a three-month visa on arrival is priced at BD 12.
Bahrain visa on arrival validity
The validity of the visa depends on its type. The Government of Bahrain issues visas with several durations:
- Visit Visa – 2 Weeks Single Entry: This visa permits a single entry into the country, with a maximum stay of 2 weeks.
- Visit Visa – Three Months Multiple Entry: This visa permits multiple entries within a 3-month period, with each visit allowing a stay of up to 1 month.
Bahrain visa on arrival extension
You can extend your visa on arrival at the Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs office (NPRA) of the Ministry of Interior. You can extend your stay for the applicable period on payment of a certain visa extension fee.
