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Bahrain visa requirements (2026)

Of 198 passports, 71 can travel to Bahrain without arranging a visa in advance. 126 can apply online for an e-Visa and 1 need a visa from an embassy or visa centre.

Who can visit Bahrain: passports by requirement

Do I need a visa for Bahrain?

Entry requirement Choose a passport and a destination.

Popular passports

PassportRequirementStay
United States Visa on arrival –
United Kingdom Visa on arrival –
India e-Visa –
Philippines e-Visa –
Nigeria e-Visa –
Pakistan e-Visa –
Canada Visa on arrival –
Australia Visa on arrival –
China Visa on arrival –
Germany Visa on arrival –

Access by passport region

Passports that enter visa-free, with a visa on arrival or an eTA.

RegionPassports
Europe 38/46
Asia 16/49
Africa 0/54
North America 3/23
South America 12/12
Oceania 2/14

Passports that can enter Bahrain visa-free

5 passports

Passports that get a visa on arrival in Bahrain

66 passports

Passports eligible for Bahrain e-Visa

126 passports

Passports that need a visa for Bahrain

1 passports

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Bahrain?

It depends on your passport. 5 passports can enter Bahrain visa-free, 66 get a visa on arrival, 0 need an eTA, 126 can apply for an e-Visa online and 1 need a visa from an embassy or visa centre.

Which countries can enter Bahrain without a visa?

5 passports can enter Bahrain visa-free, including Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates.

Does Bahrain offer an e-Visa?

Yes. Holders of 126 passports can apply for a visa to Bahrain online.

Holding a Bahrain passport? See where the Bahrain passport can travel visa-free.

Data last updated February 2026. Rules can change at short notice and may differ by purpose of travel. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of Bahrain before you book.