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title: Bahrain visa for citizens of Vietnam
description: "Citizens of Vietnam can get a visa on arrival in Bahrain. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: BHD 30. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Bahrain visa for citizens of Vietnam

Citizens of Vietnam 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
- **Government fee:** BHD 30
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Valid credit card or cash sufficient for stay (approx. BHD 100)

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Ensure passport, photos, ticket, accommodation proof, and funds are ready.
2. **Arrive at Bahrain International Airport** — Proceed to the immigration hall after landing.
3. **Fill in arrival card (if not already done on flight)** — Complete the card with personal and trip details.
4. **Present documents at Visa on Arrival counter** — Give passport, photo, ticket, accommodation proof, and arrival card.
5. **Pay visa fee** — Pay BHD 30 in cash (exact change helpful).
6. **Receive visa sticker in passport** — Officer affixes visa and stamps entry.
7. **Proceed through immigration control** — Officer may ask simple questions about purpose and funds.
8. **Collect luggage and exit** — After clearance, proceed to baggage claim.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (min 6 months validity)** (Identity): Must have at least one blank visa page.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Must be confirmed and within validity period.
- **Completed arrival card (provided on flight)** (Travel): Fill in personal and flight details.
- **Passport-sized photograph (passport style)** (Identity): Recent, white background, 35mm x 45mm.
- **Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation)** (Travel): Show address for entire stay.
- **Sufficient funds proof (cash or card)** (Financial): At least BHD 100 or equivalent per person.
- **Visa fee payment (cash BHD 30)** (Financial): Pay at immigration counter.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** BHD 100
- cash
- credit card

Proof of sufficient funds may be requested by immigration officer.

## Good to know

- Visa on Arrival is only available at Bahrain International Airport; land borders do not issue VOA for Vietnamese citizens.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Check passport expiry and renew before travel.
- **Missing onward ticket** — Have a confirmed return or onward flight booking.
- **Unable to show sufficient funds** — Carry at least BHD 100 in cash or a valid credit card.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Bahrain visa cost for citizens of Vietnam?

Government fee: BHD 30.

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

Valid passport (min 6 months validity); Return or onward ticket; Completed arrival card (provided on flight); Passport-sized photograph (passport style); Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation); Sufficient funds proof (cash or card); 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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