Do US citizens need a visa for Bahrain?
Yes. The US State Department says Americans need a tourist visa for Bahrain, issued for two weeks through Bahrain's eVisa system or on arrival.
How much does the Bahrain eVisa cost for US citizens?
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Bahrain Tourist eVisa — 30 dayseVisa
Apply now- Who it's for
- The Bahrain Tourist eVisa is available to citizens of over 100 countries traveling for tourism, visiting friends and family, or attending business meetings. Citizens of GCC countries (Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE) enjoy visa-free entry and do not need it.
- Permitted activities
- Sightseeing and holidays, visiting friends or family, and attending business conferences or meetings. You cannot take up employment or work for a Bahraini company with a Tourist eVisa.
- Duration and entries
- This eVisa is issued as a single-entry document valid for 30 days, allowing a stay of up to 14 days per entry.
- Delivery format
- Once the Bahraini Ministry of Interior approves your application, your eVisa is sent by email as a PDF. We recommend printing a copy to show at check-in and to the immigration officer on arrival, and a copy is also available in your iVisa dashboard.
- Validity
- 30 days
- Length of stay
- 14 days per entry
- Entry
- Single entry
- Processing time
- Get it in as fast as 24 hours
Bahrain Tourist eVisa — 90 dayseVisa
Apply now- Who it's for
- The Bahrain Tourist eVisa is available to citizens of over 100 countries traveling for tourism, visiting friends and family, or attending business meetings. Citizens of GCC countries (Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE) enjoy visa-free entry and do not need it.
- Permitted activities
- Sightseeing and holidays, visiting friends or family, and attending business conferences or meetings. You cannot take up employment or work for a Bahraini company with a Tourist eVisa.
- Duration and entries
- This eVisa is issued as a single-entry document valid for 30 days, allowing a stay of up to 14 days per entry.
- Delivery format
- Once the Bahraini Ministry of Interior approves your application, your eVisa is sent by email as a PDF. We recommend printing a copy to show at check-in and to the immigration officer on arrival, and a copy is also available in your iVisa dashboard.
- Validity
- 90 days
- Length of stay
- 30 days per entry
- Entry
- Multiple entry
- Processing time
- Get it in as fast as 2 hours
What are the Bahrain visa requirements for US citizens?
US citizens need a tourist visa for Bahrain, according to the US State Department. It says two-week tourist visas are available through Bahrain's eVisa system or on arrival. Your US passport must be valid for at least six months. Journalists need a journalism visa, applied for in advance. The State Department adds that you must not work in Bahrain on a tourist visa.
Bahrain entry requirements for US citizens
Requirements verified against official government sources
- Bahrain Tourist eVisa
- A US passport valid for at least six months
- For the eVisa application: a hotel reservation and a return ticket
- For the eVisa application: a bank statement covering the last 3 months, in English
- Your approved Bahrain eVisa, if you apply before travel
- A journalism visa instead, if you travel to report
- The same US passport you used for the eVisa application
How do US citizens apply for the Bahrain eVisa?
Three simple steps — iVisa prepares, reviews, and files your Bahrain document for your trip from the United States.
Complete the application
Answer a few simple questions and upload your documents, choose your processing speed, and pay securely. Most travelers finish in minutes.
We review and submit your application
Our experts check your application for the errors that cause government rejections, fix them with you, then submit it directly to the Bahrain government on your behalf.
Receive your Bahrain Tourist eVisa
Once approved, your Bahrain Tourist eVisa arrives by email — ready to travel, with clear instructions on how to use it.
Bahrain visa FAQs
Quick answers for US citizens traveling to Bahrain.
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Do US citizens need a visa for Bahrain?
Yes. The US State Department lists a tourist visa as required for Americans. It says you can apply for a two-week tourist visa on Bahrain's eVisa website or get one on arrival. Your passport must be valid for at least six months.
Can US citizens get a 10-year multiple-entry visa for Bahrain?
Yes. Bahrain's Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA) lists a multiple-entry visit visa for US citizens that lasts 10 years. The US State Department also mentions ten-year multiple-entry visas. NPRA's page for it says visitors may not do any work, paid or unpaid.
I'm a US-Bahraini dual national. Does Bahrain recognize my US citizenship?
Generally not. The US State Department says Bahrain does not recognize dual nationality, though some exceptions are made. It adds that Bahraini dual nationals must declare and register their second nationality with the government.
I have a US diplomatic or official passport. What applies to me in Bahrain?
The US State Department says diplomatic passport holders should coordinate their arrival with the US Embassy in Manama. Official passport holders should follow the guidance of their agency.
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Applying for a visa on your own can be confusing and time-consuming. iVisa simplifies the process, reviews errors, and gives you peace of mind — so you just show up and travel.
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