Bahraini visa for Iranian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Iranian passport holders visiting Bahrain for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Iranian citizens to enter Bahrain for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Bahrain e-visa for Iranian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bahrain visa on arrival for Iranian citizens | Not Available | |
Bahrain tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Iranian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Bahrain.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Bahrain.
If you are looking for Bahrain visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Iran, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bahrain nearest your place of residence.
- Kuwait City: The Embassy of in Kuwait City, ~ 643.54 kilometers (399.87 mi) away from Tehran, Iran. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 13 minutes).
- Baghdad: The Embassy of in Baghdad, ~ 873.72 kilometers (542.90 mi) away from Tehran, Iran. (Working hours: Close now).
Bahrain visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bahrain diplomatic mission offices to Iran for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Iran traveling to Bahrain from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Iran) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 690 | N/A |
| 2009 | 709 | 2.75% |
| 2010 | 956 | 34.84% |
| 2011 | 539 | -43.62% |
| 2012 | 645 | 19.67% |
| 2013 | 733 | 13.64% |
| 2014 | 836 | 14.05% |
| 2015 | 774 | -7.42% |
| 2016 | 813 | 5.04% |
| 2017 | 910 | 11.93% |
| 2018 | 964 | 5.93% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Bahrain & Iran comparison
Bahrain's area is approximately 760 km2 (293 sq mi), while the area of Iran is approximately 1,628,550 km2 (628,786 sq mi). This means Iran is 2142.83 times bigger than Bahrain.
As of April 2024, Bahrain's population is ~2.0 million people - 86,408,536 fewer people than the population of Iran.
We have highlighted Bahrain & Iran’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bahrain | Iran | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 1,952,046 | 88,360,582 | 86.4 million fewer people live in Bahrain than Iran |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 36 | 61 | Bahrain has 25 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Iran. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 41 | 12 | Bahrain passport holders can visit 29 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 32 | 83 | Bahraini hosts 51 fewer foreign missions than Iran. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Iran travel to Bahrain in one year?
The number of visitors from Iran visiting Bahrain in 2018 was approximately 964.
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- Manama to Tehran: 708.97 km (440.53 mi)
- Travel time: 1 hours 28 minutes
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