🇧🇭 Bahrain visa requirements for Sri Lankan citizens
Sri Lankan citizens need an e-visa for Bahrain, which can be applied for online before traveling.
Entry rules for Sri Lanka passport holders
Before traveling to Bahrain, Sri Lankan citizens must apply for an electronic visa through the official Bahrain government portal. Processing usually takes from a few hours to a few business days, so apply well before your flight. Print a copy of the approval to show at check-in and on arrival.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Bahrain immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
How this compares
The Sri Lankan passport ranks #181 worldwide, opening 43 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (19 visa-free, 21 with a visa on arrival and 3 with an eTA). Bahrain is not among them — it is one of the 108 destinations that still require an embassy visa or an application before departure.
The reverse trip is easier: Bahraini citizens can enter Sri Lanka visa on arrival.
Western Asia is closed to spontaneous travel for Sri Lankan passport holders: none of its 17 destinations can be entered without an application first.
About Bahrain
- Capital
- Manama
- Region
- Western Asia
- Currency
- Bahraini dinar (.د.ب)
- Languages
- Arabic
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Frequently asked questions
Do Sri Lankan citizens need a visa for Bahrain?
Sri Lankan citizens need an e-visa for Bahrain, which can be applied for online before traveling.
Can Sri Lankan citizens apply online for entry to Bahrain?
Yes. Bahrain offers an online e-visa for Sri Lanka passport holders. Apply through the official government portal before your trip.
What currency is used in Bahrain?
The currency in Bahrain is the Bahraini dinar (.د.ب). The capital city is Manama.
Is this information up to date?
Current status: e-Visa for Sri Lankan citizens traveling to Bahrain. This page is built from the open Passport Index dataset, which was last updated on 2025-01-12. Visa rules can change between dataset updates, so always confirm with the Bahrain embassy or immigration authority before booking.
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Source data last updated 2025-01-12.