Bahrain Transit Visa - Do I Need One?

Do I Need A Visa To Transit In Bahrain?

No, you don’t. If your layover in the Bahrain International Airport is 8 hours or less you don’t need a Bahrain transit visa. You must stay in the airport as you’re not allowed to leave without a valid visa.

If your layover is longer than 8 hours or you want to leave the airport to explore, you must apply for a Bahrain transit visa.

Keep in mind, that as an Indian citizen, you must meet certain requirements to apply for a visa on arrival for Bahrain.

What Is A Bahrain Transit Visa?

A Bahrain Transit Visa is a type of visa that allows travellers to pass through Bahrain on their way to another destination. It is designed for individuals who have a layover in Bahrain and need to change flights at Bahrain International Airport or travellers who intend to stay in Bahrain briefly while en route to their final destination.

What Are The Required Documents For The Bahrain Transit Visa?

Let’s say you need a transit visa for your layover at the Bahrain International Ai. This means that you must apply for a Bahrain e visa. Here are the documents you’ll need to apply:

A valid passport: Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry in Bahrain.

Accommodation: Proof of hotel accommodation for the duration of your stay.

Flight ticket: You need a confirmed onward flight ticket.

Proof of funds: Provide proof of funds with 3-month bank statements and should have a minimum balance of no less than USD 1000 OR around INR 82,000.

A credit card or debit card for the visa fee.

How To Apply For A Bahrain Transit Visa From India?

As I’ve mentioned earlier in this post, there is no transit visa for Bahrain. This means you must apply for an e visa. Here’s a quick guide on how to apply for your visa:

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Start the application: Go to the 'Visa Services' tab at the top of the page. Next, you must click the 'Apply for a Visa' option to take you to a new page.

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Complete the form: Enter the required information. This includes the purpose of the visit nationality, visa type, and passport information.

3

Required documents: Upload all the required documents mentioned earlier in this post.

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Pay the fee: You can pay the visa fee online through the portal with your credit card.

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Wait for processing: Once your visa is processed you’ll receive an email with the visa attached.

This is just a quick overview of the application process. If you’d like a more in-depth guide on how to apply for your Bahrain visa online, you can check out our dedicated blog.

Conclusion

Now you're ready to visit Bahrain. There is no transit visa for Bahrain. This means you must apply for an e visa or VOA (if you meet the requirements). However, if your layover in Bahrain is 8 hours or less you don’t need a Bahrain transit visa. You must stay in the airport as you’re not allowed to leave without a valid visa.

Government Sources

We know how important accurate and up-to-date information is. As such we only use government websites as our source of information. Furthermore, we’ve contacted the Bahrain Ministry of Interior to ensure our information is correct.

Bahrain E Visa Website

Visa requirements, conditions, and fees can change at any given moment. This is why we always encourage our readers to check the government website before you start the visa applications.