🇧🇭 Bahrain visa requirements for Iraqi citizens
Iraqi citizens need an e-visa for Bahrain, which can be applied for online before traveling.
Entry rules for Iraq passport holders
Before traveling to Bahrain, Iraqi citizens must apply for an electronic visa through the official Bahrain government portal. Processing usually takes from a few hours to a few business days, so apply well before your flight. Print a copy of the approval to show at check-in and on arrival.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Bahrain immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
How this compares
The Iraqi passport ranks #197 worldwide, opening 31 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (8 visa-free, 21 with a visa on arrival and 2 with an eTA). Bahrain is not among them — it is one of the 119 destinations that still require an embassy visa or an application before departure.
The reverse trip is easier: Bahraini citizens can enter Iraq visa on arrival.
Across Western Asia as a whole, 1 of 16 destinations are open to Iraqi travelers without arranging a visa in advance.
About Bahrain
- Capital
- Manama
- Region
- Western Asia
- Currency
- Bahraini dinar (.د.ب)
- Languages
- Arabic
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Frequently asked questions
Do Iraqi citizens need a visa for Bahrain?
Iraqi citizens need an e-visa for Bahrain, which can be applied for online before traveling.
Can Iraqi citizens apply online for entry to Bahrain?
Yes. Bahrain offers an online e-visa for Iraq passport holders. Apply through the official government portal before your trip.
What currency is used in Bahrain?
The currency in Bahrain is the Bahraini dinar (.د.ب). The capital city is Manama.
Is this information up to date?
Current status: e-Visa for Iraqi citizens traveling to Bahrain. This page is built from the open Passport Index dataset, which was last updated on 2025-01-12. Visa rules can change between dataset updates, so always confirm with the Bahrain embassy or immigration authority before booking.
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Source data last updated 2025-01-12.