Bahrain
Iran
Iran visa for Bahraini citizens
Entry requirement
Bahraini citizens do not need a visa for Iran: stays of up to 15 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 15 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Iranian citizens travelling to Bahrain
IranBahrain e-Visa Bahrain visa for citizens of Iran
Travel advice for Iran
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to the whole country
- German Foreign Office Travel warning for the whole country (Reisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Bahrain to Iran, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Iran at Level 4, do not travel (updated 22 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to Iran (updated 27 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for Iran (updated 29 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Bahraini citizens can stay in Iran
Bahraini citizens may stay in Iran for up to 15 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Iran.
Iran’s neighbours for Bahraini citizens
Armenia, Pakistan and Turkey admit Bahraini citizens visa-free. Turkmenistan and Afghanistan require Bahraini citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Iranian citizens travelling to Bahrain
Iranian citizens need an e-Visa for Bahrain, applied for online before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Bahraini citizens need a visa for Iran?
Bahraini citizens do not need a visa for Iran: stays of up to 15 days are visa-free.
How long can Bahraini citizens stay in Iran?
Bahraini citizens can stay in Iran for up to 15 days.
Do Iranian citizens need a visa for Bahrain?
Iranian citizens need an e-Visa for Bahrain, applied for online before travel.
Can Bahraini citizens enter Iran visa-free?
Yes, Bahraini citizens can enter Iran without a visa and stay for up to 15 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.