Bahrain → Vietnam
Bahrain 
VietnamVietnam visa requirements for Bahrain citizens (2026)
e-Visa required. Yes. Bahrain passport holders need an e-Visa for Vietnam, issued online before travel. Typical processing: 3–10 business days.
- Total price
- From $75
- per traveler, all-in
- Estimated processing
- 3–10 business days
Visa and Trips is a private service, not a government agency. Price includes government fee and our service fee.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Vietnam e-Visa requirements for Bahrain citizens
- Requirement
- e-Visa required
- Allowed stay
- Per visa terms
- Processing
- 3–10 business days
Typical estimate
Documents needed
- Scan of the passport data page (valid 6+ months)
- Recent passport-style digital photo, plain background
- Travel dates, entry point and accommodation details
- Return or onward ticket
How Bahrain citizens apply for the Vietnam e-Visa
- Prepare a passport scan and a compliant photo.
- Apply online, with us or on the official portal, and pay the fee.
- Wait for approval (see processing time) and download the e-visa.
- Print a copy and travel with the passport used to apply.
Recent rule changes for Vietnam
- 2025-08-15: 45-day visa exemption extended to 12 more European countries (to 14 Aug 2028); 12 others already had it to Mar 2028.
Good to know
- Everyone else can use Vietnam’s e-Visa (up to 90 days), apply only on evisa.gov.vn.
Easier alternatives for Bahrain passport holders
Countries in South-Eastern Asia and other popular destinations with simpler entry for the Bahrain passport than Vietnam, easiest first. Only rules we have verified against an official source are listed.
| Destination | Requirement | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | Visa-free | 30 days |
| China | Visa-free | 30 days |
| United Kingdom | eTA / ETA required | 180 days |
| Sri Lanka | eTA / ETA required | 30 days |
Vietnam at a glance for travellers
- 39 of 198 passports can enter Vietnam without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The Bahrain passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 79 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | Vietnam National Authority of Tourism: visa exemptions | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | Vietnam e-Visa portal | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Vietnam entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do Bahrain citizens need a visa for Vietnam?
Yes. Bahrain passport holders need an e-Visa for Vietnam, issued online before travel. Typical processing: 3–10 business days.
What documents do Bahrain passport holders need for Vietnam?
Scan of the passport data page (valid 6+ months); Recent passport-style digital photo, plain background; Travel dates, entry point and accommodation details; Return or onward ticket.
How long does the Vietnam e-Visa take for Bahrain passport holders?
3–10 business days (typical estimate). Apply well ahead of your trip. Rush processing is available with Visa and Trips.
How much does a Vietnam e-Visa cost with Visa and Trips?
From $75 per traveler, all-in. One total that includes the government fee and our service fee; the exact total is confirmed after we check your details, before you pay.
How do I apply for the Vietnam e-Visa with Visa and Trips?
Tap “Apply now”, enter your trip and passport details and upload your documents. A Visa and Trips specialist checks everything, files your application, emails you a confirmation with the estimated processing time and sends your e-Visa as soon as it is issued. You can follow your order on the tracking page.