Visa-free countries with a passport of Bahrain

Bahrain's passport ranks 46th in the world ranking of freedom of movement, along with the Maldives identity card. Holders of the document have privileged access to 46 countries around the world. The Bahraini passport provides its holders with a moderate level of freedom of movement around the world, occupying an average position in global mobility rankings.

Visa-free travel card for Bahraini citizens in 2025

A Bahraini passport opens the door to 46 countries of the world without a visa. The Global Relocate interactive map shows the time of stay and the specifics of entry. In this article you will find up-to-date information about the destinations with comments from the visa expert.

Where Bahraini citizens can apply for an eTA

An eTA is not a visa, but a travel permit that is linked to a traveler's passport. The process of obtaining an eTA usually takes only a few minutes, and after approval, the document is linked to your passport. 29 States allow Bahrainis to enter by electronic permit with the right to stay for up to 90 days.

List of countries with eTA

1. Albania

2. Antigua & Barbuda

3. Armenia

4. Australia

5. Benin

6. Bhutan

7. Burkina Faso

8. Cameroon

9. Colombia

10. Congo - Kinshasa

11. Côte d’Ivoire

12. Djibouti

13. Equatorial Guinea

14. Gabon

15. Guinea

16. Kenya

17. Lesotho

18. Moldova

19. New Zealand

20. Nigeria

21. Pakistan

22. Russia

23. South Sudan

24. Sri Lanka

25. São Tomé & Príncipe

26. Taiwan

27. Uganda

28. United Kingdom

29. Vietnam

What you need to know before leaving

Citizens of the Kingdom face different demands when crossing international borders. Among the popular destinations, the following features can be distinguished:

• A visa is required to enter the United States, as Bahrain is not on the list of countries participating in the Visa Waiver Program. A biometric passport is required to obtain a visa. It is important to note that visiting countries such as Cuba (from January 12, 2021), North Korea, Iran or Syria (from March 1, 2011) may influence the decision to issue a visa.
• Entry to the European Union is open. The length of stay is calculated according to the 90/180 day rule. It is worth bearing in mind that with the launch of the Unified Entry and Exit System (EES) in 2024-2025, Bahraini citizens are advised to have a biometric passport to visit the European Union.
• An electronic visa (ETA or eVisitor) is available for short-term visits to Australia. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months at the time of expiry of the requested visa.
• A Russian visa can be obtained under a simplified regime. To obtain a visa, you must provide a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months, return flights and hotel reservations. Before traveling, you must receive an invitation from a legal entity or individual in Russia, on the basis of which a visa is issued.

Visa Free Countries Map Guide

The map shows visa requirements for passport holders and travelers. The color coding will help you quickly navigate the entry rules of different countries:

How to use the map:

1. Select the country you are interested in.
2. Pay attention to the color indicating the visa requirements.
3.  Follow the instructions provided to obtain a visa or entry permit.

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