Visa facts checked against official sources on 1 October 2026
Bahrain visa requirements for Indians: overview
Indian passport holders need a visa for Bahrain. India is on the official lists for both the online eVisa and the visa on arrival, subject to the conditions shown on the government portal.
Required documents
The official source lists these documents:
- Copy of a valid passport
- Hotel reservation
- Return ticket
- Three-month bank statement in English showing a regular income of about BD 300 to 500 a month, or funds equivalent to BD 150 for each day of the visit
Bahrain visa fees
| Option | Who it is for | Official fee |
|---|---|---|
| Visit eVisa, 3 months, multiple entry | Tourism and short visits | BD 29 (BD 4 application + BD 25 issuance) |
| Visit eVisa, 1 year, multiple entry | Repeat visits | BD 44 |
| Visa on arrival | India is listed as eligible; terms and conditions apply | Shown on evisa.gov.bh for your case |
Fees are charged in Bahraini dinars (BD). Paying the application fee does not guarantee approval.
How to apply
- Check your eligibility on evisa.gov.bh by selecting India.
- Apply online for the eVisa and upload your documents.
- Pay the fee online.
- Carry a copy of the approved eVisa, your return ticket and hotel booking when you travel.
Processing time
3 to 5 working days for visit eVisas, according to the Bahrain government service pages.
Before you apply
- Visa rules and fees change. Confirm them on the official site listed below before you pay or book.
- Incomplete applications and missing documents are the most common cause of delay.
- False information can lead to refusal and affect later applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Indian passport holders need a visa for Bahrain. India is on the official lists for both the online eVisa and the visa on arrival, subject to the conditions shown on the government portal.
Copy of a valid passport; Hotel reservation; Return ticket; Three-month bank statement in English showing a regular income of about BD 300 to 500 a month, or funds equivalent to BD 150 for each day of the visit.
Visit eVisa, 3 months, multiple entry: BD 29 (BD 4 application + BD 25 issuance). Visit eVisa, 1 year, multiple entry: BD 44. Visa on arrival: Shown on evisa.gov.bh for your case. Fees are charged in Bahraini dinars (BD). Paying the application fee does not guarantee approval.
3 to 5 working days for visit eVisas, according to the Bahrain government service pages.
Official sources
The visa facts on this page come from these official pages, checked on 1 October 2026.
- Bahrain.bh: 3-month multiple entry visit eVisa
- Bahrain.bh: 1-year multiple entry visitor eVisa
- Bahrain eVisa portal: visa on arrival eligibility list
For visa options, validity and a fuller walk-through, see the Bahrain visa guide.