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RéunionBahrain: e-Visa

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Do France passport holders need a visa for Bahrain?

e-Visa

Yes. France 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.

Réunion does not issue its own passport; residents travel on a France passport. See the France passport.

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
    Visa-free access to Bahrain5 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Visa-free alternatives near Bahrain

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

Other visa-free destinations for France passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do France passport holders need a visa for Bahrain?

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

What currency is used in Bahrain?

Bahraini dinar (BHD).

What is the emergency number in Bahrain?

112 / 999.

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 France passport holders visit without a visa instead of Bahrain?

Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Oman, Iran, Jordan.

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.