Living in Bahrain

UAE Visa for Residents Living in Bahrain

Direct Answer: Residents of Bahrain can apply for a UAE tourist eVisa online with their passport and a valid Bahrain residence permit. Upload your documents, pay online and the approved visa arrives by email, typically in 24 to 48 hours.

Processing 24–48 hours
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From $ 159.00
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Choose your nationality to see the fee and start your application.

Country of residence Bahrain

Nationality as per passport

You see the fee for your nationality on the next page, before you enter any details.

What Bahrain residents should check first

Living in Manama, Riffa or Muharraq puts you a short flight from Dubai and Abu Dhabi. In Bahrain your residency is recorded on your CPR, and your permit details are what the UAE side reviews.

Keep your CPR card and residence permit consistent with your passport details, since the three are checked against each other.
A permit tied to a company sponsor means the company can provide an employer letter if it is asked for.
Applicants who recently renewed their permit should upload the new one, not the old copy still saved on their phone.

Who can apply from Bahrain

You hold a valid residence permit issued in Bahrain (Bahrain CPR card and residence permit).
Your passport is valid for at least six months from the date you travel.
Your profession and permit details are acceptable to the UAE authorities. They make the final decision, so approval is never guaranteed.

Not sure whether you qualify? Contact our support team before you apply.

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Documents for Bahrain residents

Passport photo pageColour copy of the photo page of your passport.
Passport-size photographOn a white background.
Copy of your Bahrain CPR card and residence permitFront and back.
Only if requestedEmployer or sponsor letterOr a no-objection certificate (NOC).

UAE visa fees for residents living in Bahrain

Lowest all-inclusive total (government fee plus service fee) for people living in Bahrain. The exact fee depends on your nationality.

Visa type	Entry	Stay	From (total)
14 Days Visa	Single Entry	14 days from the date of entry	$ 159.00
14 Days Visa (Multiple Entry)	Multuple Entry	14 days from the date of entry	$ 399.00
30 Days Visa	Single Entry	30 days from the date of entry	$ 169.00
30 Days Visa (Multiple Entry)	Multiple Entries	30 days from the date of first entry	$ 430.00
60 Days Visa	Single Entry	60 days from the date of first entry	$ 500.00
60 Days Visa (Multiple Entry)	Multiple Entries	60 days from the date of first entry	$ 725.00
90 Days Single Entry visa	Single Entry	90 days from the date of first entry	$ 550.00
90 Days Visa (Multiple Entry)	Multiple Entries	90 days from the date of first entry	$ 880.00

Processing time: 24–48 hoursChoose your nationality for the exact fee

Questions from Bahrain residents

Can I apply for a UAE visa with a Bahrain CPR and residence permit?

Yes. Bahrain residents apply online with their passport and a valid residence permit, and the CPR supports their residency details. The UAE authorities decide each case.

Which is more important, my CPR card or my residence permit?

Upload the residence permit as your main residency proof, and keep the CPR card to hand in case it is requested. Both should match the name and details on your passport.

Will I need an employer letter in Bahrain?

Only some applicants are asked. It depends on the profession on your permit, and when one is requested your employer can issue it for you to upload with the application.

What should I upload if I live in Manama?

A colour copy of your passport photo page, a white-background passport photo, and a copy of your Bahrain residence permit.

How long until I receive my visa in Bahrain?

Once documents are accepted, processing is usually 24 to 48 hours. The visa is sent to your email, so you can print it or keep it on your phone.

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