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Bahrain visa requirements for United Kingdom citizens (2026)

Visa on arrival. United Kingdom passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Bahrain. No advance application is needed, but bring the fee and your onward ticket.

Visa on arrival, no advance application needed.

MRBy Muddassar Raza, Visa and Trips / MERN SolutionsLast updated

Bahrain entry requirements for United Kingdom citizens

Requirement
Visa on arrival
Allowed stay
Per visa terms

What to bring to Bahrain

  • Passport valid 6+ months with at least one blank page
  • Visa-on-arrival fee (cash in USD/EUR or card, check which)
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Hotel booking or host address
  • Passport photo (some border posts ask for one)

Frequently asked questions

Do United Kingdom citizens need a visa for Bahrain?

United Kingdom passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Bahrain. No advance application is needed, but bring the fee and your onward ticket.

What documents do United Kingdom passport holders need for Bahrain?

Passport valid 6+ months with at least one blank page; Visa-on-arrival fee (cash in USD/EUR or card, check which); Return or onward ticket; Hotel booking or host address; Passport photo (some border posts ask for one).

Do United Kingdom passport holders need to apply for anything before travelling to Bahrain?

No advance visa application is needed for a tourist visit. The visa is issued at the border on arrival.