Bahrain•AsiaSelf-Sponsorship Residence Permit (Property Owner)
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
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Residence permit for foreign property owners in Bahrain. Allows self-sponsorship without employer requirement.
The Self-Sponsorship Residence Permit allows foreign property owners to obtain long-term residency in Bahrain without employer sponsorship.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
500 BHD
per year
Minimum Savings
50,000 BHD
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for duration of permit
Property deed
Proof of property ownership (50,000+ BHD value)
Bank statements
6-12 months showing 500+ BHD monthly income
Bank deposit proof
Evidence of 15,000 BHD deposit in local account
Police clearance
Criminal record check
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Advantages
- No employer sponsorship needed
- Extended validity periods
- Multiple length options
- Property investment value
- Can sponsor family
Considerations
- Requires significant property investment (50,000 BHD)
- Minimum income requirement
- Bank deposit requirement
- Property tied to residency
Application Process
Own qualifying property
Property valued at 50,000+ BHD
Deposit requirement
Place 15,000 BHD in local bank account
Establish income
Demonstrate 500+ BHD monthly income
Prepare documentation
Gather property deed and income proof
Submit application
Apply through NPRA website or office
NPRA processing
Immigration authority verifies property and income
Residence permit issuance
Self-sponsorship permit approved and issued
Application Forms
Self-Sponsorship Application
Form ID: Property Owner Permit
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