Transit Visa (24 hours)
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Transit Visa (24 hours)

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At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Application Fee

5 BHD

Stay Duration

24 days

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

Short-term transit visa for passengers with brief layovers at Bahrain International Airport. Allows leaving the airport for limited exploration.

The 24-hour transit visa is designed for passengers with short layovers who wish to leave the airport and briefly explore Bahrain during their connection.

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Requirements

Excluded Nationalities

Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: IR, KP, XK

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

Must be valid for at least 6 months

Onward ticket

Confirmed flight to final destination

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Advantages

  • Very affordable
  • Quick processing (on arrival)
  • Ideal for short layovers
  • Allows airport exit for exploration

Considerations

  • Very limited stay duration
  • Single entry only
  • Not extendable
  • Must have confirmed onward flight

Application Process

1

Arrive at airport

Present passport and documents at immigration

2

Request transit visa

Inform officer of need for 24-hour stay

3

Complete required documentation

Fill in transit visa form

4

Pay visa fee

Pay 5 BHD at immigration counter

5

Receive visa stamp

Visa stamped in passport

Application Forms

Transit Visa Form

Form ID: Transit Form

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