India passport to Bahrain
e-Visa for India passport holders.
IndiaBahrainShort staye-Visa
India passport holders need an e-visa for Bahrain, applied for online before travelling.
This is short-stay visitor policy only. It does not let you work, study or settle in Bahrain — that needs a residence permit.
Passport Index · updated 17 February 2026Bahrain's official immigration service
- How long you can stay
- Set by the e-visa you are issued
- Bahrain passports in India
- e-Visa
- Getting in
- Apply on Bahrain's official e-visa portal rather than a third-party site that charges extra, allow a few working days at least, and keep the approval to show at the border.
Long stay
Staying in Bahrain longer
Living here takes a residence permit. 5 routes researched:
- Work / sponsored
- Investment ×3
- Family
Your passport
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What changes
India and Bahrain side by side
| India | Bahrain | |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | New Delhi | Manama |
| Languages | Hindi, English | Arabic |
| Currency | Indian Rupee | Bahraini Dinar |
| GDP per person (2025) | $2,702 | $30,597 |
| Population | 1.46B | 1.6M |
GDP and population: World Bank.