Types of Bahrain eVisas Available

Business eVisa

The Business eVisa caters to professionals visiting Bahrain for work-related activities that do not constitute employment. This includes attending meetings, conferences, seminars, or exploring business opportunities.

• Purpose: Business meetings, conferences, negotiations, short-term projects (non-employment).
• Typical Duration of Stay: Can vary, often similar to tourist visas (e.g., up to 30 days), but specific business visas might allow longer stays or multiple entries over a period.
• Entry Type: Can be single-entry or multiple-entry, depending on the specific visa subclass and business needs.
• Key Requirements: In addition to general requirements, may need an invitation letter from a Bahraini company, proof of conference registration, or details about the business engagement.

It's crucial to ensure the activities fall under 'business visit' and not 'work', which requires a different permit.

Family Visit eVisa

This eVisa category is intended for individuals visiting family members (e.g., spouse, parents, children) who are residents or citizens of Bahrain.

• Purpose: Visiting close family members residing in Bahrain.
• Typical Duration of Stay: Duration may vary, often similar to tourist visas.
• Entry Type: Typically single-entry.
• Key Requirements: Proof of relationship (e.g., birth/marriage certificates), passport copies of the family member in Bahrain, potentially a sponsorship letter or details from the resident family member.

Applicants should verify the exact documentation needed to prove the family relationship.

Transit eVisa (Check Availability)

While less commonly mentioned in the provided context, some countries offer Transit eVisas for travelers passing through Bahrain to another destination. Availability and conditions should be verified on the official portal.

• Purpose: Short stopover in Bahrain while en route to a final destination.
• Typical Duration of Stay: Very short, usually 24-72 hours.
• Key Requirements: Proof of onward travel (confirmed flight ticket) within the allowed transit period.

Important: Confirm if a specific Transit eVisa exists or if standard tourist eVisa rules apply for short layovers.

Some eVisa categories, particularly for business or frequent visitors, might offer a multiple-entry option. This allows the holder to enter and exit Bahrain multiple times within the visa's overall validity period (e.g., valid for 3 months, allowing multiple stays of up to 30 days each).

• Purpose: Frequent short visits for business or tourism.
• Validity vs. Duration: The overall visa validity (e.g., 3 months, 1 year) is different from the maximum duration allowed per single stay (e.g., 30 days).
• Requirements: May have stricter eligibility criteria or higher fees compared to single-entry visas.

Check the specific terms carefully when applying for a multiple-entry visa.

How to Choose the Right Visa Type

Selecting the correct eVisa type is crucial for a smooth application and entry process. Consider the following:

1. Primary Purpose: What is the main reason for the visit (tourism, business, family)?
2. Duration Needed: How long does the traveler plan to stay? Ensure the chosen visa type covers this duration.
3. Number of Entries: Is only one entry required, or are multiple trips planned within a short period?
4. Eligibility: Does the traveler meet all specific requirements for the chosen visa type (e.g., invitation letter for business)?

When in doubt, reviewing the detailed descriptions on the official eVisa portal or contacting support is recommended.