Bahrain

About the Bahrain passport

Ranked #46 globally, the Bahrain passport grants visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 103 of 199 countries, reflecting strong freedom of movement for holders. Holders cover 52% of the world without advance visa arrangements, above the global average for international mobility. Of the 103 accessible destinations, 58 require no visa at all, 4 accept an electronic travel authorization, 41 offer visa on arrival.

Tax in Bahrain

The top marginal income tax rate in Bahrain is 0%, with capital gains taxed at 0%. The country operates a zero tax regime, with no income tax liability for residents. For expatriates, the absence of income tax makes Bahrain one of the more tax-efficient jurisdictions globally.

Bloc and regional context

Bahrain is a member of the Gulf Cooperation Council, granting facilitated movement and residency rights across 6 Gulf states.

Where Bahrain passport holders can travel

Bahrain passport holders have visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to the following 86 destinations:

AlbaniaAzerbaijanBahamasBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBoliviaBotswanaBruneiBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaComorosCôte d'IvoireDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEthiopiaGeorgiaGhanaGuatemalaGuinea-BissauHaitiHondurasHong KongIndonesiaIran

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