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Bahrain Visa Requirements 2026

eVisa 14 days (VOA) / 90 days (eVisa) BHD 5 (~$13) VOA or BHD 9 eVisa

Visa requirements for Bahrain: evisa (apply online) for up to 14 days (VOA) / 90 days (eVisa), BHD 5 (~$13) VOA or BHD 9 eVisa. Updated 30 May 2026. Plus passport rules, customs, and prohibited items.

Last updated 30 May 2026 · Source: Warnely editorial team + official government source

Bahrain visa at a glance

Policy: eVisa (apply online)
Length of stay: 14 days (VOA) / 90 days (eVisa)
Cost: BHD 5 (~$13) VOA or BHD 9 eVisa
Passport: Valid 6+ months.
Official source: www.evisa.gov.bh

VOA 14 days BHD 5 for many Western nationalities; 90-day eVisa BHD 9-29 for longer/multi-entry.

E-visa (14 days/30 days/etc) or visa on arrival for UK/US/EU.

Customs allowances

Alcohol in licensed hotels OK. Declare over 6,000 BHD cash.

Prohibited items

Public displays of affection discouraged. Ramadan eating in public daylight fined. Drug laws very strict. Drones require permit.

This is editorial summary, not legal advice. Visa rules change frequently. Always verify with the destination country's official immigration website (www.evisa.gov.bh) or your nearest embassy before travel. Requirements vary by passport — the rules above reflect the most common cases for US/UK/EU/Canada/Australia/NZ visitors.

Frequently asked questions about Bahrain visas

Do I need a visa to visit Bahrain?

eVisa (apply online) applies for Bahrain: VOA 14 days BHD 5 for many Western nationalities; 90-day eVisa BHD 9-29 for longer/multi-entry.

How much does a Bahrain visa cost?

The Bahrain visa costs BHD 5 (~$13) VOA or BHD 9 eVisa. This is the published fee on the official application channel (www.evisa.gov.bh/). Third-party visa agents charge extra; apply directly via the official site to avoid markup.

How long can I stay in Bahrain?

The standard evisa (apply online) allows 14 days (VOA) / 90 days (eVisa) per entry. Most policies are extendable in-country at an immigration office for an additional fee — check the official source for current extension rules. Visa runs (leaving and re-entering to reset the clock) are increasingly scrutinised; do not rely on them.

What passport validity does Bahrain require?

Valid 6+ months.

Where do I apply for a Bahrain visa?

Apply directly at the official government source: https://www.evisa.gov.bh/. Many third-party sites charge inflated fees for the same form. Always check the URL ends in a government domain (.gov, .gov.<country>, or the country's official immigration domain) before paying.