Bahrain Passport & Visa Requirements
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Entry requirements for Americans
US citizens require a passport and a visa (or electronic visa) to enter Bahrain. Single entry Electronic Visas may be obtained on the Internet (www.evisa.gov.bh) before travel, or a 14-day tourist or business visa can be obtained on arrival.
Entry requirements for UK nationals
British nationals require a passport and an eVisa, obtainable via the Internet (www.evisa.gov.bh) prior to their visit, or a three-month visa obtainable on arrival.
Entry requirements for Canada
Canadian citizens require a passport and an eVisa, obtainable via the Internet (www.evisa.gov.bh) prior to their visit, or a 14-day tourist or business visa obtainable on arrival.
Entry requirements for Australians
Australians need a passport and an eVisa, obtainable via the Internet (www.evisa.gov.bh) prior to their visit, or a 14-day tourist or business visa obtainable on arrival.
Entry requirements for South Africans
South Africans need a visa and a passport to visit Bahrain.
Entry requirements for New Zealanders
New Zealanders require a passport and an eVisa, obtainable via the Internet (www.evisa.gov.bh) prior to their visit, or a 14-day tourist or business visa obtainable on arrival.
Entry requirements for Irish nationals
Irish nationals need a passport and an eVisa, obtainable via the Internet (www.evisa.gov.bh) prior to their visit, or a three-month tourist or business visa obtainable on arrival.
Passport/Visa Note
All persons who wish to enter Bahrain need a visa, except citizens of the Gulf Cooperation Council (Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates). Visas are relatively easy to obtain on arrival if holding sufficient funds. A passport valid for at least six months, and tickets or documentation for return or onward travel are also required. 14 day business or tourist visas incur a fee of BD 5 on arrival. eVisas must be used within 30 days of approval and are valid for a single entry. Visas are extendable.
Note: Passport and visa requirements are liable to change at short notice. Travellers are advised to check their entry requirements with their embassy or consulate.
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