Qatari visa for Bahraini citizens
A visa is NOT required for Bahraini passport holders visiting Qatar for a short-term stay: "Freedom of movement".
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Bahraini citizens to enter Qatar for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | "Freedom of movement" |
| Evisa | Qatar e-visa for Bahraini citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Qatar visa on arrival for Bahraini citizens | Not Available | |
Qatar tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Bahraini passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Qatar.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Qatar.
If you are looking for Qatar visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Bahrain, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Qatar nearest your place of residence.
- Manama: The Embassy of Qatar in Manama, Bahrain (Working hours: Close now. Open in 8 hours 34 minutes)
Qatar visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Qatar diplomatic mission offices to Bahrain for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Bahrain traveling to Qatar from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Bahrain) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 130,254 | N/A |
| 2009 | 131,583 | 1.02% |
| 2010 | 138,229 | 5.05% |
| 2011 | 136,900 | -0.96% |
| 2012 | 139,558 | 1.94% |
| 2013 | 135,571 | -2.86% |
| 2014 | 128,925 | -4.90% |
| 2015 | 132,913 | 3.09% |
| 2016 | 135,202 | 1.72% |
| 2017 | 0 | -100.00% |
| 2018 | 182 | % |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Qatar & Bahrain comparison
Qatar's area is approximately 11,610 km2 (4,482 sq mi), while the area of Bahrain is approximately 760 km2 (293 sq mi). This means Bahrain is 15.28 times smaller than Qatar.
As of October 2025, Qatar's population is ~3.1 million people - 1,115,600 more people than the population of Bahrain.
We have highlighted Qatar & Bahrain’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Qatar | Bahrain | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,130,264 | 2,014,664 | 1.1 million more people live in Qatar than Bahrain |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 111 | 36 | Qatar has 75 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Bahrain. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 53 | 41 | Qatar passport holders can visit 12 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 68 | 32 | Qatari hosts 36 more foreign missions than Bahrain. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Bahrain travel to Qatar in one year?
The number of visitors from Bahrain visiting Qatar in 2018 was approximately 182.
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- Doha to Manama: 94.81 km (58.91 mi)
- Travel time: 1 hours 15 minutes
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