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Visa for Bahraini Citizens' Direct Family Members
VisasBahrainVisa for Bahraini Citizens' Direct Family Members
BahrainBahrain•Asia
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Visa for Bahraini Citizens' Direct Family Members

Residency Pathway PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

5 days

Estimated Cost

BHD 39 BHD

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

Varies

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

Entry visa for fathers, mothers, husbands, and children of Bahraini citizens who are foreign nationals.

Established under the national immigration framework, this entry visa was created to facilitate family reunification for Bahraini citizens. It fills a critical gap by allowing Bahraini nationals to sponsor their immediate foreign family members—specifically parents, spouses, and children—to enter and reside in the Kingdom. This policy underscores the importance of family unity in Bahraini culture and provides a streamlined, regulated process for citizens to bring their loved ones to live with them under official government oversight.

This visa is intended for foreign nationals who are the direct family members of a Bahraini citizen, including fathers, mothers, husbands, and children. It is the ideal choice for Bahraini citizens who wish to sponsor their foreign relatives for entry into the country. The applicant must be a Bahraini citizen, and the foreign relative is required to hold valid health insurance throughout their stay. The visa is distinctive for its focus on maintaining the integrity of the Bahraini family unit while ensuring all residents comply with national health and immigration standards.

Cost Breakdown

Issuing feeBHD 30 BHD
Endorsement feeBHD 5 BHD
Application feeBHD 4 BHD
TotalBHD 39 BHD

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Applicant must be a Bahraini citizen

Foreigner must have valid health insurance

Sufficient income to support the foreigner

Suitable place of residence

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Service request form

Passport copies

Attested marriage/birth certificates

Health insurance

Guarantor's ID

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Facilitates family life for Bahraini citizens

Worth Knowing

  • Requires proof of income and housing

Application Process

1

Submit request to NPRA

2

Document review

3

Approval

4

Visa issuance

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