Living in Bahrain
Middle East — Expat guide for moving and living abroad
Country overview
Capital
Manama
Currency
BHD
Continent
Middle East
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Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Bahrain.
Check visa requirementsPopular passport access to Bahrain
| Passport | Status | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | Visa Free | — |
| Saudi Arabia | Visa Free | — |
| Qatar | Visa Free | — |
| Kuwait | Visa Free | — |
| Oman | Visa Free | — |
| Israel | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| Taiwan | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| Andorra | Visa On Arrival | 30 days |
| Dominican Republic | Visa Required | — |
| Sri Lanka | Evisa | 30 days |
Detailed visa guides for Bahrain
Monthly costs
Manama
Rent (center)
900 USD/mo
Groceries
350 USD/mo
Transport
120 USD/mo
Est. Monthly Total
1,470 USD/mo
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Work permits
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LMRA Work Permit
Duration: 2 years, renewable
Employer-sponsored workers
-
Golden Residency
Duration: 10 years
Investors, retirees, high earners (BHD 2,000+/month for 5 years)
Salary & tax
Income Tax Range
0% – 0%
Social Security (Employee)
0.07%
No personal income tax. Social security for Bahraini nationals.
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Insurance
SafetyWing
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Airalo
Bahrain eSIM data plans from $4.50. Activate before you land — no SIM swap.
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