Russians has access to Bahrain electronic visa now if they want to visit Bahrain. It means you are no longer need to go to the embassy and get a consular visa. All you have to do is use the services provided by iVisa.com. However, you need to check your eligibility first. You can use Visa Checker of iVisa that can help you to find out whether you qualify for a Bahrain eVisa or not. Just access the tool, insert Russians as your citizenship and select Bahrain as your destination. The information you need will be shown right away. It is as simple as that.
What documents are required?
Applying for a Russians' eVisa for Bahrain is simpler than you think. Although you need a few things to get you started, the list of things you need is short. Here is what you need to provide:
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Passport – it is simply obtaining a passport, and you may already have one. Make sure that your passport is valid and maintains its validity for at least another six months from your date of departure to Bahrain. You will require a new one if it loses its validity.
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E-mail address – while the visa will be linked to your passport electronically, you still need a hard copy that will be requested at the immigration office. iVisa will send you a copy of the document via e-mail in PDF format that you need to print. The document will be sent via e-mail, so make sure that you provide a valid e-mail address.
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Means of subsistence – the immigration officers need to make sure that Russians are not in Bahrain searching for illegal work. Providing a means to support yourself while in Bahrain constitutes such evidence.
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Return flight ticket – the Bahrain eVisa will let you stay in Bahrain for a maximum of 30 days Per Entry. Irish and British citizens can stay up to 30 days Per Entry too. To make sure that you follow the rule, you need proof of return and a two-way ticket will provide precisely that.
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Means of payment – while completing the application process, you are required to make the payment for the visa and the services provided by iVisa. You can use a credit or a debit card.
Bahrain eVisa for Russians– the application form
The form designed by iVisa is straightforward. There are three simple steps that you need to go through. If you find yourself in need of assistance, you can call iVisa’s support service. Someone is reachable 24/7.
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Step one requires you to fill in your basic information. It is easy and should take you about five minutes. At this point, you are also required to select a processing time. Be aware that your choice will affect the cost of your Bahrain eVisa. There are three available choices, and they are as follows:
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Standard processing – this is the most popular because it is the cheapest option. It costs USD $176.99, and your visa will arrive within 7 days.
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Rush processing – it is a faster option for USD $240.99. Your application will be processed within 5 days.
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Super Rush processing time – iVisa provides the fastest option as well. This time, your application will be processed within just 4 days. As you can probably guess, the cost is higher too. You will be charged for USD $330.99.
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The second step of the application process consists of a quick revision and payment. Make sure that every piece of information you give is accurate. Once the application is processed, it is permanent and the fee is non-refundable.
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The third step requires answering a personal questionnaire and document upload. The additional documents depend on your particular case, so it may not the same for everyone. There will be a notification of everything you need to upload.
Clearly, the process does not present any challenges. The visa for Russians you receive is valid for 90 days after arrival and will allow you to stay in Bahrain for a maximum of 30 days Per Entry (unless you are Irish or British, in which case you can stay up to 30 days Per Entry). It does not cost a lot and it is more convenient than going to the embassy.