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title: Bahrain visa for citizens of Canada
description: "Citizens of Canada 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 Canada

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

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival (1 month, extendable by 2 weeks)
- **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
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Bahrain airport** — Proceed to immigration after landing.
2. **Locate visa on arrival counter** — Follow signs for 'Visa on Arrival' or 'Visas' at the airport.
3. **Submit documents and photos** — Present passport, photograph, return ticket, and any other required documents.
4. **Complete visa application form** — Fill out the visa on arrival application form provided by the immigration officer.
5. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the required visa fee in cash (local currency or USD).
6. **Receive visa sticker** — Immigration officer will process and affix the visa sticker to your passport.
7. **Proceed to passport control** — Present passport with visa sticker for entry stamp.
8. **Enjoy stay (max 1 month)** — Stay up to 30 days; extension of 2 weeks available from immigration office.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (Canadian)** (Identity): Must be valid on arrival.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): May be requested to confirm departure within stay period.
- **Passport-sized photograph** (Identity): May be required for visa issuance on arrival.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Evidence of sufficient money for the stay may be required.
- **Accommodation booking or proof of address** (Travel, optional): Hotel reservation or host invitation helpful.
- **Completed visa application form** (Supporting): Provided at immigration counter on arrival.
- **Visa on arrival fee (cash)** (Financial): Fees vary; only cash in local or USD may be accepted.

## Proof of funds

- bank statement

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival may be denied if requirements are not fully met; always carry return ticket and sufficient funds.
- Extension beyond 1 month (additional 2 weeks) must be applied for at the immigration office before initial stay expires.
- Fees and availability can change; verify with official sources close to travel date.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Invalid or expired passport** — Ensure passport is valid for the entire intended stay.
- **Lack of onward/return ticket** — Always have a confirmed outbound ticket within the stay period.
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry evidence of sufficient funds for accommodation and expenses.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Canada can get a visa on arrival in Bahrain. Visa type: Visa on Arrival (1 month, extendable by 2 weeks).

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Valid passport (Canadian); Return or onward ticket; Passport-sized photograph; Proof of sufficient funds; Completed visa application form; Visa on arrival fee (cash); and 1 more depending on your situation.

## Sources

- [Bahrain Electronic Visa Service](https://www.evisa.gov.bh/)
- [Electronic Visa Process - Bahrain E-Visa](https://www.evisa.gov.bh/VisaBhr2En.html)
- Bahrain Visa for Canadian Citizens 2026: On Arrival, eVisa, Fees and ... (bahrainbusinesssetup.com, third-party site)

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