Bahrain Passport Ranking: Visa-Free Countries and Visa Requirements

BahrainThis country’s passport is ranked No. 92 globally.Last check:Last update:
Mobility Score99

How Do We Rank It?

passportreports.com's AI-supported ranking model ranks passports by mobility score, a metric that combines visa-free entry, visa on arrival, and electronic travel authorization access. When scores are tied, it first compares the number of visa-free destinations, then destinations accessible with electronic travel authorization, and finally visa-on-arrival destinations. Review the algorithm used in our methodology.

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Passport Mobility Over Time

Annual Mobility Score and global ranking history for this passport.

Mobility History Table
YearMobility ScoreGlobal Rank
20207379
20218194
202210088
202310289
202410285
202510185
20269992
Population
1,675,572(2026 est.)
Official language
Arabic
Government type
Constitutional monarchy
Continent
Asia
Capital
Manama
Currency
Bahraini dinar
Area
786 km²
Phone code
+973

Bahrain: Other Rankings

Welcoming rankWelcoming Countries
114th out of 199 countries
Within-Language RankingArabic
5th out of 24 countries
Form-of-Government RankingConstitutional Monarchy
4th out of 4 countries
WTO Members RankingWTO Member Countries
88th out of 159 countries
Organisation of Islamic Cooperation RankingOrganisation of Islamic Cooperation Countries
10th out of 57 countries
Arab League RankingArab League Countries
5th out of 22 countries
OPEC+ RankingOPEC+ Countries
8th out of 21 countries
G77 RankingG77 Countries
44th out of 132 countries

Key Destination Access

USARequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

United KingdomeTA

An electronic travel authorization is required before travel.

CanadaRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

Schengen AreaRequired

A valid visa is required before travel.

About Bahrain

Bahrain is an archipelago in the Persian Gulf, connected to Saudi Arabia by the King Fahd Causeway. Its terrain is mostly low-lying desert, with a mild winter climate that attracts visitors. The country has a long history as a trading hub due to its strategic location. Modern Bahrain retains a distinct identity shaped by its maritime heritage and pearl-diving past.

Life in Bahrain revolves around its capital, Manama, a city of modern skyscrapers and traditional souks. The local culture blends Arab traditions with a cosmopolitan atmosphere due to a large expatriate workforce. Bahraini cuisine features dishes like machboos and fresh seafood, often shared in family gatherings. Social life is centered around coffee shops, malls, and public beaches along the coast.

Bahrain maintains close ties with its Gulf neighbors and is a member of the Gulf Cooperation Council. The country has pursued economic diversification, with a focus on finance, tourism, and technology. Its foreign policy emphasizes stability and dialogue within the region. Despite its small size, Bahrain plays an active role in international diplomacy and trade.