Applying for a Resident Visa in Bahrain
Versus.Bahrain will help you get a resident visa and legalize your residence in Bahrain. You won’t have to worry about paperwork and applications, our lawyers will handle the entire process “turnkey”.
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What are the benefits of a residence permit?
Obtaining a residence visa provides access to a range of financial benefits and the ability to legally reside and work in Bahrain. This is important for effective business management and prompt decision-making on the spot.
No barriers to the company's activities
- It is difficult to open a current account without resident status.
- Difficulties with renting commercial property: many landlords require a resident visa.
- Resident status may be required to operate in certain sectors.
Benefits for the family
Spouse and children may receive resident visas. Spouse may receive the right to work in the country without additional permits.
"A Bahraini residency visa turns a "guest" into a full-fledged participant in the region's economy. This status opens the door to freedom and profits unavailable without local residency. Take advantage of the opportunity to run a business from the epicenter of Middle Eastern growth and not waste time on borders and bureaucracy" Artur Faniev, commercial директор
Bahrain offers several types of visas, including visas for workers and investors in the kingdom. These visas allow you to legally stay in the country, run a company, and bring your family with you if necessary.
Don't know which type of residence permit to choose?
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Investment Visa
The Investment Visa is designed for investors who invest in the Bahraini economy.
The most common reasons are:
- Having a registered company in Bahrain. The share must be at least 100,000 BHD (approximately 130,000 USD).
- Purchase of real estate worth at least BHD 200,000 (approximately USD 265,000)
Registration process:
Stage 1
Employment contract with the company
The company must offer the employee a management position and conclude an employment contract.
Stage 2
Applying through a sponsor
The employer applies for a work visa through the GDNPR.
Stage 3
Medical examination
It is necessary to undergo a medical examination and submit biometric data.
Stage 4
Visa approval and issuance
Once the visa is approved, a resident visa is issued for a period of 1-2 years.
Employment Visa
Employment Visa - a standard work visa issued to foreign employees, including company executives, who are hired to work in Bahrain.
For company executives, this visa may be issued if they are officially employed as CEO, Managing Director or other senior position.
Conditions for obtaining:
- Having an employment contract with a company registered in Bahrain.
- Sponsorship by a company (employer).
- Qualifications and work experience relevant to the position held.
- Medical insurance.
Why do more than 100 clients contact us every year?
Full support
From collecting documents and visiting government agencies to obtaining a resident visa for founders and employees
Exactly according to the client's task
We open a company in a suitable jurisdiction and with the required form of registration, minimizing risks
We continue to help businesses
We not only open a company, but also provide expert legal, tax and accounting support for business
Team of experts
The team consists of 150+ experts who have successfully implemented more than 1000 projects in the UAE, USA, EU, Asia, other countries and regions.
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About Versus
Versus is a leading consulting group providing legal and accounting services in key foreign markets.
Over the years of working in the UAE and other MENA countries, we have acquired a deep knowledge of local legislation, which, combined with knowledge of international standards, allows us to offer solutions tailored to the unique needs of each client.
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