Bahraini visa for South African citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South African 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 South African citizens to enter Bahrain for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Bahrain e-visa for South African citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Bahrain visa on arrival for South African citizens | Not Available | |
Bahrain tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South African 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 South Africa, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bahrain nearest your place of residence.
- Khartoum: The Embassy of in Khartoum, ~ 5224.16 kilometers (3246.14 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Close now).
- Jeddah: The Consulate General of in Jeddah, ~ 6042.07 kilometers (3754.37 mi) away from Pretoria, South Africa. (Working hours: Close now).
Bahrain visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bahrain diplomatic mission offices to South Africa for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Africa traveling to Bahrain from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Africa) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 71,637 | N/A |
| 2009 | 73,546 | 2.66% |
| 2010 | 99,202 | 34.88% |
| 2011 | 55,876 | -43.67% |
| 2012 | 66,915 | 19.76% |
| 2013 | 76,053 | 13.66% |
| 2014 | 86,752 | 14.07% |
| 2015 | 80,261 | -7.48% |
| 2016 | 84,311 | 5.05% |
| 2017 | 94,404 | 11.97% |
| 2018 | 99,974 | 5.90% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Bahrain & South Africa comparison
Bahrain's area is approximately 760 km2 (293 sq mi), while the area of South Africa is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi). This means South Africa is 1596.17 times bigger than Bahrain.
As of April 2024, Bahrain's population is ~2.0 million people - 60,393,248 fewer people than the population of South Africa.
We have highlighted Bahrain & South Africa’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bahrain | South Africa | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 1,952,046 | 62,345,294 | 60.4 million fewer people live in Bahrain than South Africa |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 36 | 124 | Bahrain has 88 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Africa. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 41 | 67 | Bahrain passport holders visit 26 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 32 | 197 | Bahraini hosts 165 fewer foreign missions than South Africa. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Africa travel to Bahrain in one year?
The number of visitors from South Africa visiting Bahrain in 2018 was approximately 99,974.
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