International Information
Digital and non-passport photographs are not acceptable.
A passport and a visa are required. Passports should be valid for at least six months after date of arrival. U.S. passport holders outside of Bahrain may apply and pay for a two-week tourist visa online through the Bahraini government web site at
Passport
Please send WPVS your current valid and signed passport. US passport must be signed and valid 6 months beyond intended stay and must have at least one blank visa page.
Photo
Please send 1 recent professional passport-type photograph.
Digital and non-passport photographs are not acceptable.
Proof of Departure
Please send a copy of your round trip airline tickets, or itinerary or e-ticket, or letter of confirmation from a travel agent. The itinerary must show the applicant's name, date of arrival and departure from the country, and flight information. The Embassy does not recommend purchasing your ticket prior to a visa being issued.
Electronic Visa
An Electronic Visa is available for U.S. travelers arriving in Bahrain for a stay up to two weeks. For further information see Bahrain E-Visa.
Business Letter
A business letter of responsibility is required, to be typewritten on your company letterhead and addressed to:
Embassy of Bahrain, Visa Section, Washington DC
The letter must explain all of the following:
Nature of business to be performed
Name and address of reference to be visited
This letter should request Multiple Entries visa if required
Guarantee of return transportation and sufficient funds for the visit
The letter should be signed by an officer of the company other than the applicant.
WPVS Service Fee
| Type | Price | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Regular | $100.00 | 2-3 Weeks |
Consular Fees
| Entry | Price | Period of stay | Validity | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple | $233.00 | 4 Weeks Per Entry | 5 Years | 2-3 Weeks |
Application Form
Please Send One Completed and Signed Application Form.
Shipping Address
Please forward the completed requirements detailed above to:
WPVS
2318 18th Street NW Ste 200
Washington, D.C. 20009
FedEx Fees
| FedEx Return Shipping |  |
|---|---|
| Continental USA Only | Price |
| Next Business Day - up to 3 passports | $25.00 |
| Next Business Day - 4 or more passports | $30.00 |
| Saturday Delivery | $45.00 |
Additional Helpful Information
The Bahrain visa is usually valid for five years from date of issue for multiple entries into Bahrain, for a period of stay not to exceed 4 weeks each entry. The processing period for some nationalities may be from 6-9 weeks.
Register with U.S. Embassy
Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)
By connecting on the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program, State Department will be able to assist you better in the case of an emergency, such as if you lose your passport or it is stolen while you are abroad.
