Self-Sponsorship Residence Permit (Investor)
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Self-Sponsorship Residence Permit (Investor)

Investment PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

At a Glance

Processing Time

14-28 days

Application Fee

100 BHD

Stay Duration

2 to 10 years

Renewable

Varies

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

Available

This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Residence permit for foreign business investors and entrepreneurs. Allows self-sponsorship through business investment.

The Investor Self-Sponsorship Residence Permit is designed for foreign entrepreneurs and investors seeking long-term residency through business investment in Bahrain.

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Requirements

Financial

Minimum Income

6,000 BHD

per year

Investment Required

100,000 BHD

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

Valid for duration of permit

Business registration

Commercial registration certificate

Investment proof

Bank statement showing 100,000+ BHD investment

Business documents

Articles of association and business plan

Police clearance

Criminal record check

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Advantages

  • Path to permanent residency
  • Business ownership control
  • Extended validity options
  • Family sponsorship possible
  • No employer dependency

Considerations

  • Significant investment required (100,000 BHD)
  • Ongoing business compliance
  • Administrative responsibilities

Application Process

1

Establish investment

Make minimum 100,000 BHD investment in Bahraini business

2

Business registration

Register business entity with authorities

3

Prepare documentation

Gather business documents and investment proof

4

Submit application

Apply through NPRA with investment documentation

5

Investment verification

NPRA verifies investment amount and business

6

Permit approval

Self-sponsorship residence permit approved

Application Forms

Investor Self-Sponsorship Application

Form ID: Investor Permit

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