Duration of Bahrain Tourist Visa
The period depends on the visit of the person, which can vary as follows:
Type of Visa |
Validity |
Possible extension |
---|
Single Entry Visa |
Two weeks Per stay |
Two weeks |
Multiple Entry Visa |
Three months
(One month per visit) |
Two weeks |
Multiple Entry Visa |
One Year
(Three months per visit) |
Two weeks |
Sponsored Visa
(Single Entry) |
One week per stay |
One week |
Sponsored Visa
(Single Entry) |
Two weeks per visit |
Two weeks |
Sponsored Visa
(Single Entry) |
One month per visit |
One month |
Sponsored Visa
(Multiple Entry) |
One month
(Two weeks per stay) |
Two weeks |
Eligibility Criteria for Bahrain Tourist Visa
To be eligible for a Tourist visa for Bahrain, some conditions should be met:
- The applicant must not be a citizen of Bahrain.
- Valid passport with validity of minimum six months.
- Confirm return ticket to ensure the stay in Bahrain.
- Bank statement ensuring your expenses in Bahrain is covered.
- All bookings of your stay in Bahrain.
- The visit of the applicant should not violate The National Welfare of Bahrain.
The application process for Bahrain Tourist Visa
There are a few steps that applicant needs to complete for the Bahrain Tourist Visa:
- Duly filled the application form.
- A valid passport and a copy of it.
- Complete the payment procedure for the visa (use safe payment gateway).
- The application might take a minimum of 72 hours for processing.
Documents required for Bahrain Tourist Visa
What are the necessary documents for Bahrain Tourist Visa? Let's clear them here:
- A copy of the valid passport
- Copy of the return ticket
- Proof of your stay in Bahrain
- Bank statement to take care of your expenses in Bahrain.
Bahrain Visa Types
Bahrain Business Visa
The business visa or Bahrain work visa is the most commonly sought visa to visit Bahrain. The purposes could be for Motorsport event, study, medical, NGO, charity, sport, conference, exhibition, transit, journalism, or any other use of your business. Indian nationals can get the visa from two weeks to 90 days. You can apply for the visa through the embassy or internet application. Depending on the options chosen and eligibility, you can get a single entry or multiple entry visas.
Bahrain Tourist Visa
Similar to business visa, the Bahrain tourist visa is also issued, based on specific purposes explained in the visa application. You can select appropriate detailed purposes among the options mentioned. If the purpose of your visit is not shown on the list, you can choose "Other" purpose and write the same. You can get the visa from seven days to 90 days, depending on your request in the application and the eligibility for your visit.
F1 Grand Prix Visa
If you want to attend the F1 Grand Prix event at Bahrain International Circuit, you can apply for the visa under this particular category. You can apply through the Bahrain embassy or online mode. The visa is granted for two weeks. The Government of Bahrain allows this visa free of cost. However, you need to buy the valid ticket or avail the pass to attend the F1 Grand Prix event to be eligible for this visa.
Investment Visa
If you want to invest in Bahrain, you can apply for an investment visa. You shall be granted the visa for three months on a single entry basis. The best part of this visa if you don't have to visit the embassy of Bahrain for visa application. You can apply directly on the internet and avail e-Visa.
Duration of Bahrain Visa
Each visa goes through the same procedure:
Type of Visa |
Validity of Visa |
Possible to Extend |
---|
Single Entry Visa |
Two weeks Per stay |
Two weeks |
Multiple Entry Visa |
Three months
(1 month per visit) |
Two weeks |
Multiple Entry Visa |
1 Year
(3 months per stay) |
Two weeks |
Sponsored Visa
(Single Entry |
One week per stay |
One week |
Sponsored Visa
(Single Entry) |
Two weeks per visit |
2 weeks |
Sponsored Visa
(Single Entry) |
One month per stay |
One month |
Sponsored Visa
(Multiple Entry) |
One month
(2 weeks per stay) |
Two weeks |
Bahrain Visa Fees
There is a specific amount an applicant needs to pay for Bahrain Visa:
Duration of Visa (Single, Double, Triple or Multi-Entry) |
Fee (BHD) |
---|
Six months |
16 |
Six months to one year |
25 |
One year to five years |
50 |
Note: Additional service charge of 0.500 BD is charged and 1 BD for Indian Community welfare by the Government of India.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here is a list of commonly asked questions while applying for visa.
If I have applied for Bahrain visa on the internet, do I need to take a printout of the visa?
For your convenience, you can keep a printout of E-visa with you. However, the visa officer at the airport will be able to trace your visa based on your passport number. It is not mandatory to keep the printout.
Can I work in Bahrain if I have a valid travel visa or business visa?
No, you need to avail specific work permit with your employment proof before you enter into Bahrain. To work under business or tourism visa is considered a breach of visa conditions and severe action can be taken against you.
Am I allowed to extend my stay beyond the date of visa validity?
In some instances, Bahrain allows the extension of the visa. You need to approach the Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs office (NPRA) when you are in Bahrain. Upon satisfactory reason, your visa can be extended after payment of specified fees.
What is the passport validity required when you enter in Bahrain?
Be sure that your passport has validity of a minimum of six months. Although some visa may allow lesser validity, it is recommended to have clear validity beyond your valid visa. The Bahrain authority may deny you visa or entry to the country (even if you have an electronic visa) if the validity of your passport is under question.
I am not comfortable to apply for the online visa. What can I do?
In most of the visa types, both online and offline options are available. You can visit the embassy of Bahrain either in Mumbai or New Delhi to apply for the visa. Alternatively, you can apply through the authorized travel agent for your convenience.
Should I buy travel insurance for my visit to Bahrain?
It is always recommendable to cover your trip through comprehensive travel insurance. With ICICI Lombard General Insurance, you can opt for a plan that covers your plane journey, your stay, baggage, theft, hospitalization and almost every need of emergency or unforeseen situations abroad. Apart from monetary compensation, it saves you from the hurdles to meet a crisis in a foreign country.