Bahrain

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Demonstrations and clashes continue on a regular basis in and around Shi’a villages, constituting the main security threat in the country. At the height of the unrest from February-March 2011, deadly clashes in central Manama were frequent, severely disrupting business operations. The ruling al-Khalifa family invited security forces from the Gulf Cooperation Council to quell the protests in March 2011. The anti-government protests frequently become violent and routinely include the blocking of major highways, vigilante-type checkpoints and the use of Molotov cocktails. 

Following the successful quelling of the protest using force, a low level insurgency has remained active particularly in the Shia majority regions with periodic attacks recorded every year. 

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You should have comprehensive insurance, including medical insurance, before departing for Bahrain.

All travellers should attempt to visit either their personal physician or a travel health clinic 4-8 weeks before departure. Specifically, you should make sure you have received the appropriate boosters or the primary course if not received previously, for: Hepatitis A, Typhoid, MMR and Tetanus-Diphtheria. Rabies and Hepatitis B may also be advised.

If visitors bring any medication in Bahrain, they are advised to keep it in the original box and have the prescription with them.

There are no major health risks for travellers in Bahrain. Tap water is generally of good quality, although travellers are still recommended to consume only bottled water.

Health facilities in Bahrain are satisfactory. There are decent hospitals in Bahraini cities and especially in Manama. There is suitable equipment in these hospitals and proper medical care can be offered. Pharmacies tend to be well stocked.

In case of an emergency, treatment is provided at a nominal fee or without charge. However, medical insurance is advised to be arranged before travelling to Bahrain. Costs for other health services can vary between hospitals.

Pass

Travellers must enter Bahrain on a passport with at least six months validity from the date of entering the country.

Visum

Citizens of the following countries can obtain a visa on arrival at the International Airport of Bahrain or on the King Fahd Causeway:

Andorra, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brunei, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxemburg, Malaysia, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Spain, Sweden, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, the Netherlands, USA, UK, Vatican City.

However, it is recommended to apply for a visa before hand, either online (http://www.evisa.gov.bh) or at your local embassy.

Before departure, travellers that are also residents of Bahrain should get a re-entry permit in order to be able to return.

For additional information visit TLCS at http://www.tlcsvisas.com/tlcs/  

As of November 2017, entry visa requirement is also applicable for Qataris.