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Passports
Valid passport for at least six months required by all.
Visas
Required by all except the following:
(a) nationals of Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and
the United Arab Emirates;
(b) transit passengers continuing their journey by the
first connecting flight provided holding confirmed
tickets and appropriate travel documents and remaining
within the transit area.
Note: 1. Nationals of EU countries, Australia, Canada,
Japan, New Zealand, Norway, Switzerland and USA may
obtain visas on arrival for touristic or business stays
of up to two weeks. The fee is BD5. If working for a
media company (eg, a newspaper or TV company) a special
invitation from the Bahrain authorities is required.
Types of visa
Entry (single-entry) and Business. Length of visa
granted depends on individual application and granting
of non-objection certificate. Holders of British and
Irish passports and American and Canadian visitors can
apply for a multiple-entry visa (for business only) for
four-week stays which is valid for up to five years.
Validity
Three months from date of issue (Entry Visa).
Application to
Consulate (or Consular Section at Embassy)
Note: (a) Entry Visas are obtainable through various
hotels, travel agencies and other companies licensed to
carry out touristic activities in Bahrain. Long-term
business visas should be arranged by the employing
company in Bahrain. (b) All nationalities who have
previously traveled to Bahrain and have a stamped
passport should have very few problems obtaining a visa
to return.
Application requirements
Entry visa: (a) Valid passport. (b) One passport-size
photo. (c) One completed application form. (d) One
registered, self-addressed envelope and cheque for 3 to
cover return of passport if applying by post. (e) Fee.
(f) No Objection Certificate obtained by agent in
Bahrain from the Ministry of Interior (only applies to
certain nationals). Business visa: (a)-(e) and, (f)
Letter from employer or letter of invitation from
Bahrain.
Working days required
Two.
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