Bahrain eVisa Types
Bahrain offers 3 eVisa types to eligible passport holders depending on their travel purpose.
Review the information below to determine which type to select for your trip.
Different Types of Bahrain eVisa Available to Eligible Travellers
Selecting an eVisa type that does not match your travel purpose will delay the application processing.
Tourist eVisa
Choose if the travel purpose is visiting Bahrain for sightseeing and general tourism.
Business eVisa
Choose if the travel purpose is attending business meetings, conferences, or other business-related activities
Family eVisa
Choose if the travel purpose is visiting a family member in Bahrain.
Note: All 1-year multiple-entry eVisas require the first entry to be made within 90 days of issuance.
Bahrain Tourist eVisa Application Requirements
All applicants for a Bahrain tourist eVisa are required to submit the following documents:
- Passport Bio Page Scan: The passport must be valid for 6 months from the date of arrival in Bahrain.
- Proof of Exit from Bahrain:
- If exiting the country by air: Submit return air ticket
- If exiting the country by road or sea: Submit a signed letter for onward travel (must cover mode of transport to exit, next destination details, exit date, etc.).
- Accommodation Details in Bahrain: Submit hotel booking confirmation or Bahrain host ID.
Additional Requirements
More documents will be required depending on the applicant's nationality. Documents required for a Bahrain eVisa application will be submitted completely online at the time of applying.
Bahrain Tourist eVisa Urgent Application
Travellers with urgent travel plans can select the ‘rush’ or 'super-rush'’ processing option at an additional cost.
- Rush processing delivers the eVisa within 5 - 7 Working Days
- Super-rush processing issues the eVisa within 4 - 6 Working Days
Note: Processing times are estimates, and in most cases the eVisa is delivered earlier.
Apply Online for Bahrain eVisa
Fill out the Application Form
Complete the application by selecting the eVisa type, adding passport and travel details, selecting a processing option and uploading documents.
Pay the eVisa Fee
Pay the Bahrain eVisa Fee using a credit or debit card or through PayPal.
Receive an approved Bahrain eVisa
The approved Bahrain eVisa will be sent by email and will include details such as the eVisa type issued and its validity.
Content Disclaimer: While this information was last updated in August 2026, we advise you to check with the relevant agencies, embassies, and airlines to verify the accuracy of your travel plans.