India to Bahrain tourist visa

Complete Bahrain tourist visa requirements, fees, processing times, and approval tips for Indian citizens. Updated December 2025.

Required documents

Valid Passport — Your Indian passport must be valid for at least six months from your entry date into Bahrain
Passport-Size Photograph — Recent colored photograph with white background for e-visa application
Confirmed Return Tickets — Confirmed round-trip flight tickets showing entry and exit from Bahrain
Hotel Reservation — Confirmed hotel booking in Bahrain for the duration of your stay
Bank Statement — Recent bank statement showing sufficient funds for your trip

Valid US visa, UK visa, — Valid US visa, UK visa, or Schengen country visa
US Green Card — US Green Card
Valid GCC residence permit (UAE, — Valid GCC residence permit (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar)
Proceed to the visa on — Proceed to the visa on arrival counter at Bahrain International Airport
Present your passport with qualifying — Present your passport with qualifying visa
Show confirmed return ticket and — Show confirmed return ticket and hotel booking

Do Indian citizens need a visa for Bahrain?: Yes, Indian citizens need a visa for Bahrain. You can either apply for an e-visa online or get a visa on arrival if you hold a valid US, UK, Schengen visa, US Green Card, or GCC residence permit.
Can Indians get visa on arrival in Bahrain?: Yes, but only if you hold a valid visa from the US, UK, or a Schengen country, a US Green Card, or a valid GCC residence permit. Without these, you must apply for an e-visa before travel.
What is the Bahrain visa fee for Indian citizens?: Fees vary by visa type: BD 5 (~₹1,168) for visa on arrival, BD 9 (~₹2,100) for 2-week e-visa, BD 17 (~₹3,970) for 3-month multiple entry, and BD 45 (~₹10,515) for 1-year multiple entry.
How long can Indians stay in Bahrain on a tourist visa?: Stay duration depends on visa type: 14 days for 2-week visa, up to 30 days for 3-month multiple entry per visit, and up to 90 days for 1-year multiple entry. Extensions are possible.
How long does Bahrain visa processing take for Indians?: E-visa processing typically takes 3–5 working days. Visa on arrival is processed immediately at Bahrain International Airport.
What documents do I need for Bahrain e-visa?: Required documents include: valid passport (6 months validity), passport photo, confirmed return flight tickets, hotel reservation, and bank statement showing minimum BD 300–500 monthly income or BD 150 per day of stay.