Bahrain Tourist Visa for Pakistani Passport Holders
Fee Breakdown
Key Requirements
- ✓ Pakistani passport valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- ✓ Confirmed return or onward travel ticket
- ✓ Proof of accommodation in Bahrain such as hotel booking or host invitation
- ✓ Sufficient funds for the duration of stay
- ✓ Completed arrival card or eVisa application form
- ✓ Recent passport-size photograph
- ✓ Travel itinerary or purpose of visit details
Documents Required
Step-by-Step Application Process
Step 1: Apply online in advance via the Bahrain eVisa portal at https://www.evisa.gov.bh or obtain visa on arrival at Bahrain International Airport.
Step 2: Complete the application form with accurate personal and travel details.
Step 3: Upload required documents including passport copy, photograph, and hotel booking.
Step 4: Pay the visa fee online (BHD 10 for single entry) or at the airport counter.
Step 5: Receive eVisa approval by email or collect VOA stamp at the immigration counter on arrival.
Step 6: Present visa approval and supporting documents to the immigration officer upon entry.
⚠️ Important Notes
Pakistani passport holders can apply for a Bahrain tourist visa on arrival or via the official eVisa portal. It is strongly recommended to apply online before travel to avoid potential delays at immigration. Applicants should carry printed copies of all documents including hotel booking, return ticket, and sufficient proof of funds. Bahrain has a strict entry policy and immigration officers may deny entry if supporting documents are insufficient.
Common Rejection Reasons
- ✗ Insufficient funds or inability to demonstrate financial means
- ✗ Lack of confirmed hotel booking or valid host invitation
- ✗ No confirmed return or onward travel ticket
- ✗ Previous immigration violations or overstays in Bahrain or GCC countries
- ✗ Incomplete application form or missing documents
- ✗ Passport validity less than 6 months
- ✗ Travel history flagged for security or other concerns
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Pakistani passport holders are eligible for a visa on arrival at Bahrain International Airport. However, applying online via the eVisa portal before travel is strongly recommended to avoid delays at immigration.
A standard single-entry tourist visa allows a stay of up to 14 days. Extensions may be applied for through the General Directorate of Nationality, Passports and Residence (NPRA) in Bahrain.
The eVisa is the same category of visa applied for online before travel, while the VOA is issued at the airport counter upon arrival. Both grant the same stay duration. Applying online is faster and more convenient.
Yes, you can apply for an extension at the NPRA office in Bahrain before your visa expires. Extensions are subject to approval and are not guaranteed.
The visa fee is BHD 10 (approximately USD 27) for a single-entry tourist visa, payable online or at the airport. There are no additional VFS or service fees since this is a direct government application.
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