Bahrain visa on arrival for citizens of Italy: conditions and fees 2026
A visa is required for Bahrain, and citizens of Italy can obtain it on arrival.
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On arrival
Our guide to the Bahrain visa from Italy
Italian passport holders need a visa on arrival to travel to Bahrain. It is obtained at the immigration counter at the airport or land border, before entering the country, by following the procedures set by the authorities.
The visa on arrival process takes place when you arrive in Bahrain and is handled by immigration authorities at the point of entry. The associated stay duration is 90 days. Check the official portal or the relevant embassy before departure for current entry requirements.
Do you need a visa?
Yes, Italian passport holders need a visa on arrival to enter Bahrain. This is not a visa exemption, as the visa formalities are completed with immigration authorities at the point of entry. Apply for the visa on arrival before proceeding beyond immigration after landing or crossing the border.
How much does a visa for Bahrain cost from Italy?
The official fee for a visa for Bahrain is not published in a source we can verify. Check the amount on the official portal before paying anything, third-party sites often add service fees on top.
What does a visa for Bahrain really cost?
- Government feeNot published in a source we can verify
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
What documents are required for a visa for Bahrain?
The exact list for Bahrain is not published in a source we can verify. Every short-stay tourist application is nonetheless built on the same core:
- Valid passport
- Completed application form
- Compliant passport photo
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
Treat this as the common core, not the official list, confirm it with the consular authorities of Bahrain before you apply.
Documents and fees
The specific documents required and the fee amount are not provided here. Confirm these details through the official portal or the relevant embassy before you travel. It is also sensible to carry exact cash if the point of entry requires cash payment or cannot provide change.
How to apply for a visa for Bahrain from Italy
- 1Check before departure that your entry point actually issues the visa on arrival.
- 2Prepare the supporting documents and the fee, often required in cash.
- 3Complete the form at the dedicated counter after landing.
- 4Pay the fee and collect the sticker before immigration control.
How to apply
On arrival at an airport or land border in Bahrain, go to the visa-on-arrival counter or follow the directions provided by immigration staff. Present your Italian passport and any documents requested by the officer. Pay any applicable fee at the counter and follow the instructions issued there.
Where do you apply for a visa for Bahrain from Italy?
A visa on arrival for Bahrain is issued at the border post itself, at a counter placed before immigration control.
- Not every crossing issues it. Confirm that your specific airport or land border does before you book.
- The counter is reached after landing and before immigration. Follow the visa signs rather than the exit.
- The fee is usually paid on the spot, sometimes in cash and in a specific currency. Card is not guaranteed.
Using an online service
You never have to use an intermediary. If you would rather have a service fill in and file the application online for you before departure, iVisa does it for a service fee, charged on top of the official fees. It does not change the decision.
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You live in Italy on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Italy but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does a visa for Bahrain take?
A visa on arrival is issued at the counter of the entry point when you cross the border: there is no processing time to plan for before departure.
Processing times and tips
No processing time is provided here for the visa on arrival. Allow enough time on arrival to complete the counter formalities before leaving the immigration area. The associated stay duration is 90 days, and the applicable rules should be confirmed on the official portal before departure.
Before you fly, and at the border
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Common mistakes
Do not assume that a visa on arrival removes the need to check current requirements before departure. Do not arrive at the counter without reviewing the documents and payment arrangements required by the authorities. Also, do not confuse the associated stay duration of 90 days with visa validity or processing time.
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Other visa types for Bahrain
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
Guide generated automatically on September 11, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
Short-stay (tourism)
Visa on arrival
Entry regime
Visa on arrival
Work Permit (LMRA)
Work visa
Duration
2 years
Price
195–390 BHD
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Family visa
Family reunification
Duration
2 years
Price
55–95 BHD
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Business eVisa
Consular visa
Duration
90 days (renewable)
Price
17 BHD
Processing time
5 business days
Official websiteVerified
Golden Residency Visa
Investor visa
Duration
10 years
Price
305 BHD
Processing time
30 business days
Official websiteVerified
Student visa
Student visa
Duration
Duration of programme
Price
40 BHD
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Tips for Extending Your Stay in Bahrain
- Make sure to request an extension before your current visa expires.
- Check the specific conditions for each type of visa before applying for an extension.
For example, for a tourist visa, you can extend your stay for two additional periods of 30 days each.
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