Bahrain · eVisa guide
Bahrain eVisa: who can apply, the fees and the official website
In brief
Every nationality needs a visa to enter Bahrain except citizens of the GCC states (Kuwait, Oman, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar); eVisas are available to visitors from more than 200 countries.1 The two-week single-entry eVisa costs BHD 5 to apply (not refunded) plus BHD 5 on issue; a 14-day extension costs BHD 25.2 NPRA's service pages give issuance in 1 working day.2
Apply only on the official site: evisa.gov.bh. Other websites are not the government's.
Checked 5 Nov 2026Source: Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of BahrainReport a change
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ContentsIn brief
Bahrain eVisa at a glance
| Who needs it | NPRA's list of countries eligible for an online visa has 211 entries (terms and conditions apply).3 |
|---|---|
| Fee | The two-week single-entry eVisa costs BHD 5 to apply (not refunded) plus BHD 5 on issue; a 14-day extension costs BHD 25.2The 3-month multiple-entry eVisa for the 212 eligible nationalities costs BHD 5 to apply (not refunded) plus BHD 12 on issue; a 14-day extension costs BHD 25.4The one-year multiple-entry eVisa costs BHD 5 to apply (not refunded) plus BHD 40 on issue; a 14-day extension costs BHD 25.5 |
| Valid for | The two-week single-entry eVisa can be issued or extended for two weeks and becomes invalid if not used within three months of issue.2 |
| Stay per visit | The 3-month multiple-entry tourist visa allows stays of up to one month each time (Decision No. 36 of 2022).6 |
| Official website | evisa.gov.bh7services.bahrain.bh7 |
| Decision | NPRA's service pages give issuance in 1 working day.2 |
Who needs a Bahrain eVisa
Every nationality needs a visa to enter Bahrain except citizens of the GCC states (Kuwait, Oman, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar); eVisas are available to visitors from more than 200 countries.
Currently, every nationality entering the Kingdom of Bahrain needs an entry visa, except for the Gulf Cooperation Council nationals (Kuwait, Oman, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar). ... eVisas are available for visitors from more than 200 countries.
Bahrain National Portal (Information & eGovernment Authority), on visas issued by NPRA, Ministry of Interior · checkedNPRA's list of countries eligible for an online visa has 211 entries (terms and conditions apply).
Countries Eligible to Get Visa Online Note : Terms and conditions apply , please click on the country name to check your Visa eligibility.
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026Show the list: 211 countries and territories
Afghanistan
Albania
Algeria
Andorra
Angola
Anguilla
Antigua and Barbuda
Argentina
Armenia
Aruba
Australia
Austria
Azerbaijan
Bahamas
Bangladesh
Barbados
Belarus
Belgium
Belize
Benin
Bermuda
Bhutan
Bolivia
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Botswana
Brazil
British Virgin Islands
Brunei
Bulgaria
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Cabo Verde
Cambodia
Cameroon
Canada
Caribbean Netherlands
Cayman Islands
Central African Republic
Chad
Chile
China
Colombia
Comoros
Congo
Costa Rica
Côte d'Ivoire
Croatia
Cuba
Curacao
Cyprus
Czechia
Denmark
Djibouti
Dominica
Dominican Republic
DR Congo
Ecuador
Egypt
El Salvador
Equatorial Guinea
Eritrea
Estonia
Eswatini
Ethiopia- European United
Falkland Islands
Fiji
Finland
France
French Guyana
Gabon
Gambia
Georgia
Germany
Ghana
Greece
Grenada
Guadeloupe
Guatemala
Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
Guyana
Haiti
Honduras
Hong Kong
Hungary
Iceland
India
Indonesia
Iraq
Ireland
Isle of Man- Isle of Wight
Israel
Italy
Jamaica
Japan
Jordan
Kazakhstan
Kenya
Kiribati
Kyrgyzstan
Laos
Latvia
Lebanon
Lesotho
Liberia
Libya
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macao
Madagascar
Malawi
Malaysia
Maldives
Mali
Malta
Marshall Islands
Martinique
Mauritania
Mauritius
Mexico
Micronesia
Moldova
Monaco
Mongolia
Montenegro
Montserrat
Morocco
Mozambique
Myanmar
Namibia
Nauru
Nepal
Netherlands
New Zealand
Nicaragua
Niger
Nigeria
North Macedonia
Norway
Pakistan
Palau
Palestine
Panama
Papua New Guinea
Paraguay
Peru
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Puerto Rico
Romania
Russia
Rwanda
Saint Barthelemy
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Saint Martin
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Samoa
San Marino
São Tomé and Príncipe
Senegal
Serbia
Seychelles
Sierra Leone
Singapore
Sint Maarten
Slovakia
Slovenia
Solomon Islands
Somalia
South Africa
South Korea
South Sudan
Spain
Sri Lanka
Sudan
Suriname
Sweden
Switzerland
Syria
Taiwan
Tajikistan
Tanzania
Thailand
Timor-Leste
Togo
Tonga
Trinidad and Tobago
Tunisia
Türkiye
Turkmenistan
Turks and Caicos Islands
Tuvalu
Uganda
Ukraine
United Kingdom
United States
United States Virgin Islands
Uruguay
Uzbekistan
Vanuatu
Vatican City
Venezuela
Vietnam
Yemen
Zambia
Zimbabwe
Nationalities not on the eligible list cannot get a visa directly and need a guarantor in Bahrain (an airline, hotel, travel agent, company or citizen) to apply for them.
I cannot find my nationality in the list of eligible countries, what should I do? If that seems to be the case then we apologize that there are no Visas that can be obtained directly. You must have a guarantor who can apply for a Visa on your behalf.
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Apr 2025
Who doesn't need a Bahrain eVisa
GCC citizens (Kuwait, Oman, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar) do not need a visa.
Bahrain National Portal (Information & eGovernment Authority), on visas issued by NPRA, Ministry of Interior · checked
Official website
evisa.gov.bh: where to apply
This is the only official website to Apply for a Visa to the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 15 Oct 2026services.bahrain.bh: official information
Visa Extension (through Bahrain.bh) Visa Cancellation (through Bahrain.bh)
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 15 Oct 2026
How much a Bahrain eVisa costs
The two-week single-entry eVisa costs BHD 5 to apply (not refunded) plus BHD 5 on issue; a 14-day extension costs BHD 25.
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Jan 2025The 3-month multiple-entry eVisa for the 212 eligible nationalities costs BHD 5 to apply (not refunded) plus BHD 12 on issue; a 14-day extension costs BHD 25.
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 16 Mar 2026The one-year multiple-entry eVisa costs BHD 5 to apply (not refunded) plus BHD 40 on issue; a 14-day extension costs BHD 25.
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 16 Mar 2026Ministry of Interior Decision No. 86 of 2024 set the fee for submitting an application for a visit no-objection certificate (among others) at BHD 5.
Legislation & Legal Opinion Commission of Bahrain · checkedMinistry of Interior Decision No. 134 of 2020, in force from 15 August 2020, set BHD 60 for a ten-year multiple-entry electronic tourist visa for US nationals, with stays of up to 90 days each time.
Legislation & Legal Opinion Commission of Bahrain (official legislation database), English translation of Minister of Interior Decision No. (134) of 2020 · checked
Bahrain eVisa fee history
Each amount with the act or notice that set it, newest first.
- Decision No. 36 of 2022 set BHD 12 for the multiple-entry tourist visa valid three months from entry, issued at the ports or electronically, for nationals named by decision and GCC residents, from the day after its publication. Set by: Minister of Interior Decision No. (36) of 2022 amending some provisions of Decision No. (196) of 2014 regarding the fees for services of the General Directorate of Nationality, Passports and Residence. Legislation & Legal Opinion Commission of Bahrain · checked
- Decision No. 196 of 2014 set BHD 25 for issuing two-week tourist visas at the ports or embassies abroad for nationals of the countries named by ministerial decision. Set by: Minister of Interior Decision No. (196) of 2014 regarding the fees for services provided by the General Directorate of Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs. Legislation & Legal Opinion Commission of Bahrain · checked
How long a Bahrain eVisa lasts and how long you can stay
The two-week single-entry eVisa can be issued or extended for two weeks and becomes invalid if not used within three months of issue.
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Jan 2025Under Decision No. 36 of 2022 the multiple-entry tourist visa (on arrival, or electronic through the Directorate or Bahrain's embassies) runs for three months from entry, with stays of up to one month each time.
Legislation & Legal Opinion Commission of Bahrain · checkedThe 3-month multiple-entry tourist visa allows stays of up to one month each time (Decision No. 36 of 2022).
Legislation & Legal Opinion Commission of Bahrain · checkedNPRA lists multiple-entry eVisas for 3 months (212 nationalities), 6 months (UK and Ireland), one year, 5 years and 10 years, and a multiple-entry training eVisa.
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 16 Mar 2026
How to apply for a Bahrain eVisa
Apply only on the official site: evisa.gov.bh. Other websites are not the government's.
Check eligibility and the visa conditions, fill in the online form, attach the documents and pay the first fee by card; after NPRA approves the application by email, complete the payment under 'Pay for Application'.
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 8 Feb 2026For the two-week eVisa you need a passport copy valid for more than 6 months, a hotel booking or address in Bahrain, a return ticket and a 3-month bank statement showing a regular income of at least USD 1000, and you must apply from outside Bahrain.
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Jan 2025
Official warnings about other sites
Only what governments, regulators and courts have published, quoted word for word. We don't label any website ourselves.
NPRA's eVisa portal says it is the only official website to apply for a Bahrain visa, advises caution with other websites or companies that offer help getting a visa, and says no website or company operates on behalf of the Government of Bahrain.
This is the only official website to Apply for a Visa to the Kingdom of Bahrain. Travelers who Apply for a Visa to enter the Kingdom of Bahrain are advised to be cautious in all dealings with other websites/companies that claim to offer any form of assistance or otherwise in getting a Visa for the Kingdom of Bahrain. No website/company operates on behalf of the Government of the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 15 Oct 2026
How long a Bahrain eVisa takes
NPRA's service pages give issuance in 1 working day.
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Jan 2025The eVisa FAQ says processing takes about 3 to 5 working days, with an email when a decision is made, and some cases take longer.
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Apr 2025
Transit
Transit passengers who stay no longer than 8 hours in the airport and do not leave it need no visa.
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Apr 2025
More about the Bahrain eVisa
Ministry of Interior Decision No. 197 of 2014, in force from 1 October 2014, lets nationals of the countries in its Annex A apply for an electronic visa to enter Bahrain.
Legislation & Legal Opinion Commission of Bahrain (official legislation database), English translation of Minister of Interior Decision No. (197) of 2014 · checkedA visa does not guarantee entry: you must meet all the conditions on arrival, and no part of the fee is refunded if entry is refused.
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 15 Oct 2026The eVisa portal is running; NPRA's service pages list it as the official channel for electronic visas.
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Jan 2025
Bahrain eVisa for Indian citizens
eVisa
Bahrain National Portal (Information & eGovernment Authority), on visas issued by NPRA, Ministry of Interior · checkedIndia is on the official list of nationalities that can apply for a Bahrain eVisa. NPRA's list of countries eligible for an online visa has 211 entries (terms and conditions apply).
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026
Everything for this trip: Bahrain visa for Indian citizens.
Bahrain eVisa for UK citizens
Visa on arrival
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checkedThe UK is on the official list of nationalities that can apply for a Bahrain eVisa. NPRA's list of countries eligible for an online visa has 211 entries (terms and conditions apply).
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026
Everything for this trip: Bahrain visa for UK citizens.
Bahrain eVisa for US citizens
Visa on arrival
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checkedThe US is on the official list of nationalities that can apply for a Bahrain eVisa. NPRA's list of countries eligible for an online visa has 211 entries (terms and conditions apply).
Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain · checked · read from an archived copy of 24 Oct 2026
Every destination for this passport: United States passport.
FAQ
What is the official Bahrain eVisa website?
Official application site: evisa.gov.bh. Official information site: services.bahrain.bh.
How much does a Bahrain eVisa cost?
The two-week single-entry eVisa costs BHD 5 to apply (not refunded) plus BHD 5 on issue; a 14-day extension costs BHD 25. The 3-month multiple-entry eVisa for the 212 eligible nationalities costs BHD 5 to apply (not refunded) plus BHD 12 on issue; a 14-day extension costs BHD 25. The one-year multiple-entry eVisa costs BHD 5 to apply (not refunded) plus BHD 40 on issue; a 14-day extension costs BHD 25.
Do Indian citizens need a Bahrain eVisa?
Indian citizens: eVisa, according to Bahrain National Portal (Information & eGovernment Authority), on visas issued by NPRA, Ministry of Interior, checked 2 Nov 2026. India is on the official list of nationalities that can apply for a Bahrain eVisa. See Bahrain eVisa for Indian citizens.
Do UK citizens need a Bahrain eVisa?
UK citizens: visa on arrival, according to Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain, checked 2 Nov 2026. The UK is on the official list of nationalities that can apply for a Bahrain eVisa. See Bahrain eVisa for UK citizens.
How long does a Bahrain eVisa take?
NPRA's service pages give issuance in 1 working day. The eVisa FAQ says processing takes about 3 to 5 working days, with an email when a decision is made, and some cases take longer.
How long is a Bahrain eVisa valid?
The two-week single-entry eVisa can be issued or extended for two weeks and becomes invalid if not used within three months of issue. Under Decision No. 36 of 2022 the multiple-entry tourist visa (on arrival, or electronic through the Directorate or Bahrain's embassies) runs for three months from entry, with stays of up to one month each time. The 3-month multiple-entry tourist visa allows stays of up to one month each time (Decision No. 36 of 2022).
Sources
Official sources only. Each was checked on the date shown.
- Bahrain National Portal (Information & eGovernment Authority), on visas issued by NPRA, Ministry of Interior: who needs one, who doesn't need one and entry rules
- Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain: fee, validity and stay, how to apply, processing time and more
- Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain (eVisa portal): who needs one and by nationality
- Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain: fee and validity and stay
- Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain: fee
- Legislation & Legal Opinion Commission of Bahrain (official legislation database): fee history and validity and stay
- Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain (eVisa portal): official website, warnings about other sites and more
- Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain (eVisa portal): who needs one, processing time and transit
- Legislation & Legal Opinion Commission of Bahrain (official legislation database): fee
- Legislation & Legal Opinion Commission of Bahrain (official legislation database), English translation of Minister of Interior Decision No. (134) of 2020: fee
- Legislation & Legal Opinion Commission of Bahrain (official legislation database): fee history
- Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain (eVisa portal): how to apply
- Legislation & Legal Opinion Commission of Bahrain (official legislation database), English translation of Minister of Interior Decision No. (197) of 2014: more
- Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), Ministry of Interior of Bahrain (eVisa portal): entry rules
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