Quick answer
Most Indian passport holders apply for a Bahrain e-visa (14 or 30 days) before they fly. Residents of other GCC countries, and holders of a valid US, UK, Schengen or Canada visa or residence, may qualify for a visa on arrival — including at the King Fahd Causeway for those driving from Saudi Arabia.
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Which Bahrain visa fits you?
Travelling from India for a holiday
Bahrain e-visa (14 or 30 days), arranged before you fly
Our visa desk can apply for you
Holding a valid US, UK or Schengen visa
Bahrain e-visa (14 or 30 days), arranged before you fly
Our visa desk can apply for you
Also possible: Bahrain visa on arrival may apply
Living in the UAE (or another GCC country)
Bahrain e-visa (14 or 30 days), arranged before you fly
Our visa desk can apply for you
Also possible: Bahrain visa on arrival may apply
Visiting family who live in Bahrain
Family visit visa sponsored by your relative in Bahrain
You, your sponsor or the airline apply
Also possible: Bahrain e-visa (14 or 30 days), arranged before you fly
Business, a conference or an exhibition
Business visit visa for Bahrain
You, your sponsor or the airline apply
Also possible: Bahrain e-visa (14 or 30 days), arranged before you fly
Living in the UK, USA or Europe
Bahrain e-visa (14 or 30 days), arranged before you fly
Our visa desk can apply for you
Also possible: Bahrain visa on arrival may apply
Your case is different? Answer four questions in the Gulf Visa Checker. Already applied? Check your Bahrain visa status.
Bahrain visa fees with our desk
Fees are quoted in writing before you pay — government charges and our fee shown separately.
Your written quote confirms the exact amount. See all visa desk fees and how it works.
Documents usually needed
- Passport valid for at least 6 months
- Recent photo on a white background
- Hotel booking and return ticket
- Proof of funds, such as a recent bank statement (often asked for)
Common reasons for refusal
- Name, date of birth or passport number typed differently from the passport
- A blurred passport scan or a photo that does not meet the size and background rules
- Passport valid for less than 6 months from the arrival date
- A previous overstay, absconding case or unpaid fine in the same country
- Missing proof of funds or accommodation
Tips before you apply
- Driving across the causeway? Carry your residence permit and car papers
- Weekend trips from Saudi Arabia are busy — allow extra time at the causeway
How our visa desk works
- 1
Tell us your destination and dates
- 2
Get your checklist and a split-fee quote
- 3
Share documents; we check them
- 4
We submit and share status
- 5
Your visa arrives digitally
Approval always rests with the issuing authority. Visit visas do not allow work.
