Golden Residency Visa (Family Sponsorship)

The Golden Residency Visa program was launched in 2022 as a strategic initiative by the Bahraini government to attract and retain high-net-worth individuals, skilled professionals, and investors. The family sponsorship component was specifically created to provide long-term stability for these individuals, allowing them to bring their immediate family members—including spouses, children, and parents—to live in the Kingdom. This program fills the gap previously left by standard two-year renewable work visas, offering a more secure and permanent-like residency status for those contributing significantly to the economy.

This visa is for high-achieving individuals, including investors, property owners, retirees, and talented professionals who meet specific financial or professional criteria. The applicant must demonstrate either a substantial property investment (BHD 200,000) or meet strict income requirements. The distinctive feature of this visa is its 10-year renewable validity and the right to sponsor immediate family members, which grants them the same long-term residency benefits, fostering a sense of permanence and community integration for the applicant's entire family.