Question 1

Do Iranian citizens need a visa for Bahrain?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Iranians need a visa for Bahrain, applied for online as an eVisa. There is no embassy visit - it is issued electronically and emailed to you.

Question 2

Which Bahrain eVisa should Iranians choose?

Accepted Answer

There are two sellable options. The 2-week single-entry visa suits one short trip (up to 14 days). The 3-month multiple-entry visa allows several visits of up to 30 days each within three months - better for family visits or repeat travel.

Question 3

How much does the Bahrain eVisa cost for Iranians, and how fast is it?

Accepted Answer

It starts at USD 129 for the 2-week single-entry visa. Standard takes about 5 working days, Priority around 2 working days, and Express about 24 working hours. The 3-month multiple-entry visa starts a little higher, from USD 139.

Question 4

What documents do Iranians need to apply?

Accepted Answer

Four things: a passport valid six months from arrival, a confirmed return or onward ticket, accommodation (a hotel booking or your host's Bahraini national ID), and a bank statement for the last three months with an ending balance of at least USD 1,000.

Question 5

Why does Bahrain ask Iranians for a bank statement?

Accepted Answer

Bahrain has stricter requirements than many eVisa schemes and wants evidence you can support your stay. You show a three-month statement ending with at least USD 1,000. It is a Bahrain rule, so prepare the statement before you apply.

Question 6

How long can Iranians stay in Bahrain?

Accepted Answer

Up to 14 days on the 2-week single-entry visa, or up to 30 days per visit on the 3-month multiple-entry visa. Choose the option that matches how long and how often you plan to travel.

Question 7

Is the Bahrain eVisa valid at the airport and the causeway?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The eVisa is accepted at Bahrain International Airport, and also at the King Fahd Causeway land border with Saudi Arabia. Most Iranian travellers fly directly into Manama.

Question 8

Do Iranians need a passport photo for the Bahrain eVisa?

Accepted Answer

No. A passport photo is not required for the Bahrain eVisa. You also do not need police clearance or travel insurance.

Question 9

Can Iranians use the Bahrain eVisa for business or family visits?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The eVisa covers tourism, visiting family or friends, and business visits. Paid work in Bahrain requires a separate work visa sponsored by an employer.

Question 10

Do Iranians need a local sponsor or guarantor for Bahrain?

Accepted Answer

For the standard tourist eVisa, no guarantor is needed - you apply with your own documents. A letter of invitation is only relevant for nationalities that specifically require a guarantor, which is not the standard route here.

Question 11

Can Iranians extend their stay in Bahrain?

Accepted Answer

Short extensions can be requested in-country through Bahrain's immigration authority (NPRA) at their discretion. If you expect to need longer or repeat trips, the 3-month multiple-entry visa is usually the simpler choice.

Question 12

Is there an arrival card to fill in for Bahrain?

Accepted Answer

No. Bahrain does not use a separate paper or online arrival card. Your approved eVisa and passport are what you present at immigration.

Question 13

Do my children need their own Bahrain eVisa?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every traveller needs an eVisa in their own name, including children, each tied to their own passport. You can apply for the family together in one session.

Question 14

What happens if my application is refused?

Accepted Answer

No service can guarantee approval, as the final decision rests with Bahrain's authorities. We make sure your application is complete and meets the funds and accommodation rules to give it the best chance, and explain your options if a refusal happens.

Question 15

Can Iranians drive into Bahrain over the King Fahd Causeway?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If you are coming from Saudi Arabia, the Bahrain eVisa is accepted at the King Fahd Causeway land border as well as at the airport. You would still need to meet Saudi Arabia's own entry rules to be on that side of the causeway. There is no embassy visit for the eVisa itself.

Question 16

I am not Iranian - can I still use this page?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Use the "Change nationality" link in the apply box and we will show the correct Bahrain requirements and price for your passport.

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