Applying for a Bahrain eVisa requires the correct documents and a clear understanding of the approval conditions. This guide sets out every document you may need and helps you match your application with the rules that apply to your nationality.
Your document requirements depend on which category you belong to. These categories are shown below. To confirm your group, refer to the Bahrain eVisa Policy. Once you know your category, review the documents linked to it in the sections that follow.
If your nationality is listed under this group on the Bahrain eVisa Policy, you will submit only the three core documents needed for the eVisa. No financial proof or GCC documents apply to Group A.
Most applicants fall under Group B. These applicants must submit the core documents and then follow the GCC or bank statement rules. This group forms the main approval route for the Bahrain eVisa.
If your nationality appears under this group, you will follow the GCC or bank statement rules and may also need to submit an extra visa from a recognised country if you do not hold a GCC document. Review the details for this group carefully.
All applicants must prepare the following three documents. These documents form the foundation of every Bahrain eVisa application.
A clear scan of your passport’s main page showing your details. The passport must be valid for your stay in Bahrain.
What passport page is required?
You must upload only the
Passport Bio Page (the main page with your personal details and photo).
Passport Bio Page must show:
Full name Passport number Date of
birth Nationality Passport expiry date Passport photograph
Can I upload a black & white passport scan?
Yes, but colour
scans are strongly recommended. Black & white images may be rejected if details
are unclear.
Submit either a hotel booking that matches your travel dates or the Bahrain ID of the person you will stay with. The document must clearly show the full details.
Provide ONE of the following options:
Submit a confirmed return or onward air ticket that clearly shows:
If you are not travelling by air, submit a signed letter stating:
If you belong to this group, your application is limited to the 3 core documents listed above. No GCC Residence Permit, bank statement, or extra visa is required. Once your nationality is confirmed under Group A, your file is complete with only the passport scan, onward travel proof, and accommodation document.
Group B applicants must meet the core requirements and follow one of the two paths below. This step is based on the question asked in the eVisa form: “Do you have a current valid Residence Permit or Visit Visa for a GCC country?”
Submit a copy of your valid Residence Permit or Visit Visa from any of the following: Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, or the United Arab Emirates.
This option is strongly considered a stable approval route, as it confirms your residency or visit status in the region.
Can I apply if my GCC visa is expired?
No. Expired GCC
visas or permits are not accepted. The document must be valid at the time
of application.
Is a GCC Visit Visa acceptable, or only a Residence Permit?
Both
are acceptable. You can apply using either a valid GCC Visit Visa or a valid GCC
Residence Permit.
How long must my GCC visa or permit be valid?
Your GCC Residence
Permit or Visit Visa must be valid for at least 3 months from your
intended date of entry into Bahrain.
You must submit a stamped & certified bank statement or e-statement under the visitor's name, covering the last 3 months. The statement should:
While this is the stated minimum, applicants with a balance of around USD 4,600 tend to receive smoother approvals, as this amount demonstrates a strong financial standing and strengthens the assessment of your application.
Group C applicants follow the same steps as Group B but may need an additional document if they do not hold a valid GCC Residence Permit or Visit Visa.
Provide your GCC Residence Permit or Visit Visa. No further financial or travel history documents are needed beyond the core requirements.
Submit two documents:
This extra document supports your travel profile and is required only for applicants from this group.
Indian nationals must also upload the back page of their passport. This page contains family details and is mandatory for all applications from India.
Children follow the same document rules as adult applicants. In addition, you must provide:
Each applicant must provide their own documents. Your spouse’s permit does not replace yours unless you also hold a valid GCC document.
You may still apply with at least USD 1,000, but lower balances can lead to delays or further checks.
Yes, a digital copy is acceptable if it clearly shows your name, stay dates, and booking details.
Yes, the letter may be handwritten, but it must include your stay period, mode of entry, mode of exit, and next destination, and must be signed.
Yes, each person must submit their own documents. Only parental documents for minors can be shared across linked applications.