BhutanBahrain: e-Visa

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Do Bhutan passport holders need a visa for Bahrain?

e-Visa

Yes. Bhutan passport holders need a visa for Bahrain, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Source: evisa.gov.bh (checked July 18, 2026).

    Requiremente-Visa
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelYes, arrange in advance
    Data as of2026-10-19
    Distance3,863 km, straight line (~5h 3m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Bahrain5 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Bahrain passport holders visiting Bhutan: Visa required.

Bahrain drives on the right, the opposite side to Bhutan. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Bahrain

Bhutan passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

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Frequently asked questions

Do Bhutan passport holders need a visa for Bahrain?

Yes. Bhutan passport holders need a visa for Bahrain, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How far is Bahrain from Bhutan?

About 3,863 km in a straight line, roughly ~5h 3m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Bahrain?

Bahraini dinar (BHD).

What is the emergency number in Bahrain?

112 / 999.

Does Bahrain drive on the same side of the road as Bhutan?

Bahrain drives on the right, the opposite side to Bhutan. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Bahrain in?

Bahrain (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Manama?

Bahrain International Airport (BAH), about 13 km away.

How many countries can enter Bahrain without a visa?

5 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Bahrain visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Bhutan passport holders visit without a visa instead of Bahrain?

Kuwait, Iran, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.