Bahrain on Monday introduced a new permanent residency visa to attract talent and investment, part of a trend in Gulf countries to offer more flexible and longer-duration visas.
The Golden Residency Visa, announced by the Interior Ministry, will be renewed indefinitely, include the right to work in Bahrain, unlimited entry and exit, and residency for close family members.
To qualify for the visa, a person must have resided in Bahrain for at least five years and earned an average salary of at least BHD 2,000 per month.
Those who own properties above a certain value, and retirees and “highly talented” individuals who meet certain criteria will also qualify.
