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Bahrain Permanent Residency: requirements and how to apply

Self-sponsored renewable residency with the right to work, sponsor family, and exit and re-enter without restrictions.

Official Bahrain permanent residency page

Bahrain 10-Year Golden Residency Visa

Self-sponsored renewable residency with the right to work, sponsor family, and exit and re-enter without restrictions.

Typical duration
10 years renewable indefinitely
Path to permanent residency
Long-term privileged residency

Main requirements

  • Monthly salary ≥ BHD 2,000 or BHD 200k property
  • Indefinite renewal
  • 0% Personal income tax

Official page

Documents usually needed for Bahrain

  • For Golden Residency (Talented Individuals): validated salary of at least BHD 2,000/month (~$5,300 USD) or academic/athletic credentials
  • For Golden Residency (Property Owners): property in Bahrain with purchase value ≥ BHD 200,000 (~$530,000 USD)
  • For Standard Work Permit: LMRA employer sponsorship and GAMCA medical clearance
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months and a compliant photo (make yours here)

Application steps

  1. 1

    Golden Residence Online Application

    Submit digital application on the official Bahrain Golden Residence portal with salary slip and proof of qualifications.

    5 - 10 business days

  2. 2

    NPRA Security Clearance

    Receive approval letter and pay statutory BHD 300 fee.

    3 - 5 business days

  3. 3

    CPR Card (Identity Card) Issuance

    Issue or update smart Central Population Registry (CPR) biometric card with 10-year validity.

    1 - 2 days

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Find a licensed adviser

For advice on your own case, use a licensed immigration lawyer or adviser. Always check they are registered before you pay anyone. Imiatlas does not refer or review cases.

Look for a lawyer registered with the national bar association or law society in Bahrain. The official immigration website explains any rules on who may represent applicants.

Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA) & Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA)

General information to help you research, not legal advice. Rules change often: always confirm with Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA) & Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) on the official website before applying.