Bahrain•AsiaSelf-Sponsorship Residence Permit (Investor)
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
Establish investment
Make minimum 100,000 BHD investment in Bahraini business
Business registration
Register business entity with authorities
Prepare documentation
Gather business documents and investment proof
Submit application
Apply through NPRA with investment documentation
Investment verification
NPRA verifies investment amount and business
Permit approval
Self-sponsorship residence permit approved
Application Forms
Investor Self-Sponsorship Application
Form ID: Investor Permit
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