Rules for entering Bahrain for Ukrainians
Citizens of Ukraine can apply for an electronic visa to Bahrain or a visa on arrival at the airport.
Electronic visa to Bahrain for Ukrainians
Types of e-visa:
- Single entry visa - valid for 2 weeks for each stay (can be extended for 2 weeks).
- Multiple entry visa - valid for 3 months, 1 month for each stay (can be extended for 2 weeks).
- Multiple entry visa - valid for 1 year, 3 months for each stay (can be extended by 2 weeks).
- Multiple entry visa - valid for 5 years, 3 months for each stay.
What are the requirements for obtaining an eVisa in 2026?
There are certain requirements for all eVisa applicants. These requirements must be met before completing the online eVisa application.
They include:
- a valid passport, which must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival in Bahrain;
- a valid e-mail address;
- a valid credit or debit card;
- return ticket
- booking confirmation
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How to apply for an e-Visa to Bahrain?
Here are the step-by-step instructions for filling out the eVisa application:
- On the home page, select the option to apply for a tourist visa.
- Select the type of visa you need (single entry/ multiple entry)
- Fill in all required fields
- Upload the required documents (passport scan, tickets, and accommodation reservation).
- After filling out the application form, you will be asked to pay the visa fee. This can be done online using a credit or debit card. Visa fees may vary depending on the type of visa and length of stay.
- After payment, your application will be processed. It usually takes a few business days (up to 3-5 days). You will receive an email confirming the decision to issue a visa.
- If your application is approved, you will receive an e-Visa to the email address you provided. Print your visa to show when you arrive in Bahrain.
- Upon arrival in Bahrain, present your e-Visa along with your passport at passport control.
💡 Tip: If you have any difficulties with applying for an e-Visa to Bahrain, you can contact our qualified specialists for assistance.
Visa upon arrival in Bahrain
Upon arrival, you can count on the following options:
- Visitor visa - single entry for 2 weeks
- Entry visa - three-month multiple-entry visa
What is the procedure for applying for a visa to Bahrain upon arrival?
- Upon arrival at Bahrain International Airport or other ports of entry, you can apply for a visa on arrival.
- To do this, you need to contact the immigration service at the airport. Inform the staff that you wish to apply for a visa on arrival.
- You will be asked to show your passport and, if necessary, other travel documents. The immigration officer may ask you a few questions about the purpose of your trip to Bahrain.
- If your application is approved, you will be issued a visa and will need to pay a visa fee.
- Once you have paid the fee, you will receive a receipt and your passport will be stamped with an entry stamp, allowing you to officially enter the country.
What documents are required to enter Bahrain?
- The original passport, which must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Bahrain and have at least 1 completely blank page for stamps
- Travel insurance policy
- Flight itinerary
- Printed e-visa (if required)
- Hotel reservation confirmation
- Proof of kinship in case of a family member visiting, along with a clear copy of the family member's passport and residence permit.
- Proof that you are able to support yourself (and your dependents if they are traveling with you) during the visit
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Alcohol and cigarettes
Upon entering Bahrain, persons aged 18 years and older (non-Muslims) are allowed to import duty-free
- up to 1 liter of spirits and 1 liter of soft drinks, a box of canned beer;
- 400 cigarettes, 50 cigars and 250 grams of tobacco in open bags.
Jewelry and valuables
Must be declared upon entry. There are restrictions on the import and export of pearls. Artistic and cultural and historical values. Import and export must be authorized in advance by the Bahraini authorities. Weapons and ammunition. The import and export of weapons of all types (cold steel, gas, traumatic, firearms, hunting), ammunition must be authorized by the Bahraini authorities.
Vehicles
Cars are subject to a 5 percent import duty. If the vehicle is registered in one of the countries of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (GCC), there is no tax.
The import of live poultry from Southeast Asian countries is temporarily prohibited.
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