--- title: Greece visa for citizens of Bahrain description: "Citizens of Bahrain need a visa for Greece and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90 + €8.20 service fee. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/greece/bahrain lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Greece visa for citizens of Bahrain Citizens of Bahrain need a visa for Greece and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* Official application site: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/Greece/Bahrain/english/ ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen · Business Visa - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Entries:** Multiple entry - **Processing time:** 15–45 days - **Government fee:** €90 + €8.20 service fee - **Passport validity:** At least 6 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Proof of funds:** Bank statement for last 6 months with sufficient balance ## How to apply 1. **Prepare documents** — Gather all required documents as per business visa checklist; ensure passport validity of 6+ months 2. **Fill visa application form** — Complete and sign the Schengen visa application form in English with name as in passport 3. **Book an appointment** — Schedule appointment at VFS Global or Embassy of Greece in Kuwait at least 15 days before travel 4. **Submit application in person** — Visit the visa application centre with all documents, biometrics taken on site 5. **Pay visa fee and service charge** — Pay fee of BHD 43.9 (tourist) or BHD 19 (reduced) plus BHD 8.2 service charge in cash only 6. **Attend interview if required** — You may be called for a personal interview at the Embassy of Greece in Kuwait 7. **Wait for processing** — Decisions normally within 15 calendar days; can extend up to 60 days 8. **Collect passport and decision** — Passport will be available for collection from the Visa Application Centre ## Documents checklist - **Original passport and copy of previous Schengen visas** (Identity): Passport valid at least 6 months from visa issuance date - **Two coloured passport-size photos** (Identity): White background, ICAO compliant, not older than 6 months - **Visa application form completed in English and signed** (Identity): Name must be written as in passport - **Copy of Bahrain Residence Permit / Civil ID** (Identity): For non-Bahraini/GCC citizens, must have valid residence of at least 6 months - **Salary certificate with authorized signature** (Employment): Stating applicant's salary, position and duration of employment, with Eatemad Tawkiea - **Original and copy of work permit from Ministry of Labor** (Employment): For non-Bahraini and GCC citizens - **International medical travel insurance** (Supporting): Covering entire trip, minimum 30,000 Euros - **Confirmed flight ticket and hotel voucher(s)** (Travel): For all Schengen destinations if applicable - **Invitation letter from host company in Greece** (Supporting): Stating complete details of business invitation - **Sponsorship/Confirmation letter from company in Bahrain** (Employment) - **Original up-to-date salary bank account statement for last 6 months** (Financial): For non-Bahraini/GCC citizens; personal account optional; internet statements must be bank-stamped - **Proof of payment for flights/hotels** (Financial, optional): May be requested if deemed necessary ## Proof of funds - Bank statement for last 6 months Personal bank account statement optional; internet statements must be stamped by issuing bank ## Good to know - Visa fees are non-refundable - Apply at least 15 working days before travel - Incomplete or unsigned applications will not be accepted ## Common refusal reasons - **Insufficient funds or unclear financial documents** — Provide clear, stamped bank statements showing sufficient balance for the trip - **Missing or invalid travel insurance** — Ensure insurance covers minimum 30,000 Euros and is valid for entire stay - **Invalid photos** — Follow ICAO photo specifications closely ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Bahrain need a visa for Greece? Citizens of Bahrain need a visa for Greece and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen · Business Visa. ### How long can citizens of Bahrain stay in Greece? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Greece visa cost for citizens of Bahrain? Government fee: €90 + €8.20 service fee. ### How long does Greece visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Bahrain need for Greece? Original passport and copy of previous Schengen visas; Two coloured passport-size photos; Visa application form completed in English and signed; Copy of Bahrain Residence Permit / Civil ID; Salary certificate with authorized signature; Original and copy of work permit from Ministry of Labor; and 6 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Greece? At least 6 months. ### Where do I apply? On the official site: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/Greece/Bahrain/english/ ## Sources - [Visa Information - VFS Global](https://visa.vfsglobal.com/one-pager/Greece/Bahrain/english/) - [Nonimmigrant Visas - U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Greece](https://gr.usembassy.gov/nonimmigrant-visas/) - Bahrain Passport to Greece Visa (outboundvisa.com, third-party site) ## More - [Greece visa for every passport](/visa/greece) - [Every destination for Bahrain passport holders](/visa/passport/bahrain)