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🇷🇺 Does a Russian need a visa for Bahrain 🇧🇭?

What this means for your trip

A visa on arrival is issued at the port of entry. Expect a fee, a passport photo and sometimes proof of onward travel and accommodation.

Not every airport or land border issues it, and some nationalities are sent to secondary checks; confirm the entry point before you travel.

Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.

Bahrain at a glance

Capital: Manama · Currency: Bahraini dinar (BHD, .د.ب) · Official languages: Arabic · Calling code: +973

Plugs and voltage

You need a travel adapter: Bahrain uses plug types G, Russia uses C, F. Mains voltage differs (Bahrain: 230 V; Russia: 220 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100–240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.

More about entering Bahrain →

Your embassy in Bahrain

If your passport is lost or stolen, or you need help in an emergency in Bahrain, contact the embassy of Russia:

• Embassy of Russia to Bahrain · Villa 877, Road 3119, Block 331 · bahrain.mid.ru

Missions from Wikidata (CC0), checked 2026-09-26. Addresses and opening hours change: check the mission's website before you go.

Easier destinations near Bahrain for Russian passport holders

• 🇦🇲 Armenia — Visa-free 180 days
• 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan — Visa-free 90 days
• 🇬🇪 Georgia — Visa-free 360 days
• 🇯🇴 Jordan — Visa-free 90 days
• 🇴🇲 Oman — Visa-free 30 days
• 🇶🇦 Qatar — Visa-free 90 days
• 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia — Visa-free 90 days

The other way round

🇧🇭 Bahraini passport holders visiting Russia: Bahraini passport holders need a visa for Russia, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travelling.

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