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title: Bahrain visa for citizens of Afghanistan
description: "Citizens of Afghanistan can get a visa on arrival in Bahrain. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Bahrain visa for citizens of Afghanistan

Citizens of Afghanistan can get a visa on arrival in Bahrain.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay (amount not specified)

## How to apply

1. **Check eligibility** — Ensure you hold a valid visa/residence for UAE, UK, US, Schengen, or Saudi Arabia (excluding Hajj/Umrah).
2. **Gather required documents** — Prepare passport, valid visa copy, onward ticket, accommodation proof, funds proof, and photo.
3. **Fly to Bahrain** — Travel to any Bahrain international airport or land/sea border.
4. **Proceed to Visa on Arrival counter** — Go to the designated immigration counter at the entry point.
5. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Present all documents and pay the visa fee (exact amount varies).
6. **Receive visa stamp** — Immigration officer stamps visa into passport, valid for up to 30 days.
7. **Enter Bahrain** — Proceed through passport control and enjoy your stay.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival date.
- **Valid visa or residence permit for UAE, UK, US, Schengen area, or Saudi Arabia (non-Hajj/Umrah), or US Green Card** (Travel): This is the core eligibility requirement for Afghani nationals.
- **Onward/return flight ticket** (Travel): Must show departure from Bahrain within validity period.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel booking or invitation from sponsor.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements or cash to cover stay.
- **Passport-sized photograph** (Identity): Typically required at immigration counter.
- **Completed arrival card** (Identity): Distributed on flight or at immigration hall.

## Proof of funds

- bank statements
- credit card
- cash

Amount not specified but must convincingly cover stay.

## Good to know

- This VOA is only available if you have a valid visa/residence for UAE, UK, US, Schengen, or Saudi Arabia (non-Hajj/Umrah).
- Without such a visa, you will be denied boarding and entry; no exceptions at the border.
- Visa fee must be paid in local currency (BHD) or possibly USD; change may not always be available.

## Common refusal reasons

- **You do not have a valid visa for UAE, UK, US, Schengen, or Saudi Arabia (non-Hajj/Umrah).** — Obtain one of the accepted visas before traveling to Bahrain.
- **Passport validity is less than 6 months from arrival.** — Renew your passport before travel.
- **Insufficient funds or lack of onward ticket.** — Carry proof of funds and a confirmed onward/return flight ticket.
- **Adverse immigration history or previous overstay.** — Ensure no prior immigration violations in Bahrain or elsewhere.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Afghanistan need a visa for Bahrain?

Citizens of Afghanistan can get a visa on arrival in Bahrain. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Afghanistan stay in Bahrain?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of Afghanistan need for Bahrain?

Valid passport; Valid visa or residence permit for UAE, UK, US, Schengen area, or Saudi Arabia (non-Hajj/Umrah), or US Green Card; Onward/return flight ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Passport-sized photograph; and 1 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Bahrain?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Bahrain visa for every passport](/visa/bahrain)
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