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Jun 19, 2025
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?? Do French Nationals Require a Visa?
Yes. Travelers with a French passport need a valid visa to enter Bahrain. BAHRAIN VISA FOR FRENCH There are two main ways to obtain one:
Apply for a Bahrain eVisa online before traveling
Get a Visa on Arrival (VOA) when landing in Bahrain
Both options are available to French citizens and are suitable for short visits, such as tourism or business.
?? Bahrain eVisa Options for French Citizens
French travelers can choose from several visa types depending on the purpose and duration of their stay:
14-day single-entry visa
30-day multiple-entry visa (valid for up to 3 months)
90-day multiple-entry visa (valid for 1 year, allowing repeated visits of up to 90 days each)
Once approved, your eVisa must be used within 3 months from the date of issue.
?? Visa Fees and Processing Times
Short stay (14 days): approx. 30 EUR
Medium-term (30 days): approx. 75 EUR
Long stay (90 days, multiple entries): from 44 BHD (around 110 USD)
Processing time is generally 3 to 5 business days.
Visa on Arrival (VOA) in Bahrain
French citizens are eligible to obtain a visa directly at the airport or land border:
14-day visa: BD 5 (~USD 13)
30-day visa: BD 12
90-day visa: Also available on arrival
This is ideal for last-minute travelers or those crossing the King Fahd Causeway from Saudi Arabia.
Required Documents
When applying for either eVisa or VOA, ensure you have the following:
Passport valid for at least 6 months
Round-trip flight booking
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host’s CPR ID)
Recent bank statement (showing at least BD 300 or USD 800–1,000)
For eVisa: a printed copy of the approval is required upon entry
Entry Rules and Limitations
You cannot work or study with these visas
eVisas must be applied for outside Bahrain
Immigration may request proof of sufficient funds and return travel
Overstaying a visa can lead to fines or removal from the country
?? Can I Extend My Visa?
Yes. Tourist visas—whether issued online or on arrival—can be extended once or twice through Bahrain’s NPRA (Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs), up to a total stay of 90 days.
?? At-a-Glance Comparison
Feature eVisa Visa on Arrival (VOA)
Duration 14, 30, or 90 days 14, 30, or 90 days
Validity Up to 1 year Based on visa issued
Processing Time 2–5 business days Instant at entry point
Application Location Online Airport or land border
Cost 30–110 EUR (depending on type) BD 5–12 (~USD 13–32)
Extension Possible Yes, via NPRA Yes, via NPRA
Employment Allowed ? No ? No BAHRAIN VISA FOR EGYPT CITIZENS
? Travel Tips for French Visitors
Choose eVisa for smoother pre-approved entry
For spontaneous travel, VOA is quick and easy
Always carry printed visa, accommodation, and bank proof
Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months
Use Bahrain’s official eVisa site: www.evisa
.gov.bh
Need help applying for your eVisa or checking which visa suits your travel needs? Let me know—I’d be happy to help!
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