Passport & Visa
Visa Agencies: Avoid the stress and queues, get a visa agency to arrange your visa.
Travel Visa Pro, San Francisco, USA. 1-888-470-8472 or www.TravelVisaPro.com
Global Visas, London, UK. 0207 190 3903 or www.globalvisas.com
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 multiple-entry three-month tourist or business visa obtainable on arrival (maximum stay four weeks per visit).
Entry requirements for Canadians: 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. Those visiting on business may obtain a visa on arrival, subject to immigration evaluation at the airport. Tourists should apply for a visa in advance of arrival, and require a letter of recommendation.
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. 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.