British Embassy in Manama
Embassy 
United Kingdom Manama, Bahrain
- Address
- Government Avenue 21, 306 Manama
- Website
- gov.uk
Head of mission: Simon Martin Cmg
Sources: OpenStreetMap · Foreign ministry of the United Kingdom: list of missions abroad · Record last updated on 14 July 2025
The British embassy in Manama stands at Government Avenue 21, 306 Manama, in Manama, the capital of Bahrain. Before flying to the United Kingdom, Bahraini citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 180 days are allowed.
Opening hours of the British embassy in Manama
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Bahrain
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National Day
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National Day
Public holidays in the United Kingdom
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Christmas Day
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St. Stephen's Day
The British embassy in Manama is listed as open 7 days a week. It is listed as open at weekends too.
United Kingdom visa for Bahraini citizens
BahrainUnited Kingdom Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) United Kingdom visa for citizens of Bahrain
United KingdomBahrain Visa on arrival Bahrain visa for citizens of the United Kingdom
Before flying to the United Kingdom, Bahraini citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 180 days are allowed. The application is made online, not at the British embassy in Manama.
Other missions nearby
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Honorary Consulate of South Africa in Manamaشارع الحكومة, Manama
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Honorary Consulate of Canada in ManamaGFH Tower, 10th Floor, Building 1411, Road 4626, Block 346, Bahrain Financial Harbour District, Manama
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Embassy of Saudi Arabia in ManamaDiplomatic Area - Manama 1702 through No. 82 Building 317
The United Kingdom’s other missions in Bahrain
The British embassy in Manama is the only mission of the United Kingdom in Bahrain on record. Bahrain in turn has 2 missions in the United Kingdom, its embassy being in London.
Latest official news
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Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Bahrain
Mr Thomas Allan has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Bahrain in succession to Mr Alastair Long.
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PM call with the Crown Prince of Bahrain: 30 July 2026
The Prime Minister spoke to His Royal Highness Salman Bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince And Prime Minister of Bahrain, this morning.
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E3 Statement on Iranian Attacks
A statement by the E3 (UK, France & Germany) on Iranian attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and countries in the region.
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We stand in solidarity with Bahrain, Kuwait, and all our partners across the Gulf: UK statement at the UN Security Council
Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Bahrain.
Good to know
About the British embassy in Manama
It appears in official lists as Embassy of the United Kingdom in Manama. The head of mission on record is Simon Martin Cmg.
Address and contact
Address: Government Avenue 21, 306 Manama. The record for the British embassy in Manama includes an official website.
British citizens travelling to Bahrain
British citizens can get a visa on arrival in Bahrain, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
When the British embassy in Manama is closed
The next closures of the British embassy in Manama for public holidays in Bahrain are National Day on Wednesday 16 December 2026 and National Day on Thursday 17 December 2026; it may also close for Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.
Before visiting the British embassy in Manama
Current procedures for the British embassy in Manama, including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.
Near the British embassy in Manama
Within 1 km of the British embassy in Manama there are 3 other foreign missions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the British Embassy in Manama?
The British embassy in Manama is at Government Avenue 21, 306 Manama.
What are the opening hours of the British Embassy in Manama?
The British embassy in Manama is listed as open 7 days a week.
Is the British Embassy in Manama open on Saturday?
Yes, the hours on record for the British embassy in Manama include Saturday.
When is the British Embassy in Manama closed?
The British embassy in Manama closes on Bahrain’s public holidays, the next being National Day on Wednesday 16 December 2026, and usually on the national day of the United Kingdom.
Do Bahraini citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Before flying to the United Kingdom, Bahraini citizens must obtain an ETA online; stays of up to 180 days are allowed.
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