Bahrain has officially reduced the investment requirement for its Golden Residency Visa, making it much easier and cheaper for foreigners—especially Pakistanis—to secure long-term residency in the Kingdom.
The Ministry of Interior’s NPRA announced that the minimum investment threshold has been cut from 200,000 BHD to 130,000 BHD, a major 35% reduction. Anyone who already owns property worth 130,000 BHD or more now qualifies automatically.
Who Can Apply for Bahrain’s Golden Visa?
The long-term residency scheme remains open to multiple categories:
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Real estate investors
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Professionals earning 2,000 BHD+ per month
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Retirees who have worked in Bahrain for 15 years
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Non-resident retirees with a 4,000 BHD+ pension
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Highly skilled or talented individuals
Applications can be submitted online via the NPRA portal. Required documents include a valid passport, six-month bank statements, proof of residence, and health insurance.
The fees are straightforward:
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5 BHD (application)
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300 BHD (visa issuance, non-refundable)
Why Bahrain’s Golden Visa is Popular
The Bahraini Golden Visa is considered one of the most flexible in the Gulf because it offers:
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Lifetime validity
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Unlimited entry and exit
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Full work rights anywhere in Bahrain
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Permission to sponsor dependents
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100% business ownership
Officials say the relaxed rules will boost real estate investment, attract global professionals, and strengthen Bahrain’s position as a long-term residency hub in the GCC.
