Bahrain Bahrain Golden Residency — Residency Program
🏠 OVERVIEW
Initial Duration
120 months
Renewable
Yes
(120 mo)
Min Stay
90 days
per 12 months
10-year renewable residency via property investment of BHD 130,000+, with work rights and 90-day annual minimum stay.
🪙 INVESTMENT OPTIONS
| Type | Min Amount | USD Equivalent | Holding | Returnable | Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real estate | BHD 130,000 | $345,000 | -- | Yes | Required |
📋 ELIGIBILITY
Min Age
18+
Criminal Record Check
Required
Health Check
Not required
Health Insurance
Required
💼 WORK RIGHTS
Employment
Allowed
Self-Employment
Allowed
Own Business
Allowed
Work Permit Included
Yes
👨👩👧 FAMILY & DEPENDENTS
Dependents Allowed
Yes
Spouse Included
Yes
Parents Allowed
No
💰 TAX DETAILS
Tax Regime
Exempt
Tax Rate
0.0%
Regime Name
No personal income tax
Foreign Income Taxed
No
Capital Gains Taxed
No
🌍 BENEFITS & MOBILITY
Bank Account
Can open
Property Purchase
Allowed
Public Healthcare
No access
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Method
online
Processing Time
14–30 days
Apply from Abroad
Yes
📝 NOTES
BHD 130,000 min (~$345,000) reduced from BHD 200,000 in 2025. Multiple properties can be combined. Must be fully owned (no mortgage). Also: skilled professionals route (5yr employment), retiree route (BHD 2,000-4,000 pension). Visa-free access to all 6 GCC countries. No personal income tax.