Golden Visa Just Got Cheaper: Bahrain Slashes Property Requirement by 35%
- Publish date: Monday، 01 December 2025 Reading time: 1 min read
Minimum property investment cut by 35%, making long-term residency more accessible to foreign investors
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Bahrain has cut the minimum property investment required for its Golden Residency Visa from BHD 200,000 ($530,555) to BHD 130,000 ($345,000)—a 35% drop. The move aims to make long-term residency more attractive for foreign investors while supporting high-end property demand.
A Stable and Investor-Friendly Environment
Shaikh Hisham bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa, Undersecretary for NPRA, said the change reflects the government’s commitment to a stable and welcoming environment for investors. “Lowering the threshold boosts the program’s competitiveness while preserving its standards and exclusivity,” he added.
Who Can Apply
The revised Golden Visa rules now cover:
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Property investors meeting the new BHD 130,000 threshold
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Professionals earning BHD 2,000+ per month with 5+ years of work in Bahrain
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Retirees with 15 years of work in Bahrain and pensions above BHD 2,000
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Non-resident retirees with pensions above BHD 4,000
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Entrepreneurs, highly skilled professionals, and contributors to the national economy or society
Visa Benefits
Golden Visa holders enjoy lifetime residency, work flexibility, unlimited entries, family sponsorship privileges, and full business ownership rights. Applicants need a valid passport, six months of bank statements, health insurance, and proof of residence, with application fees of BHD 5 and visa issuance at BHD 300 (both non-refundable).
Boosting Real Estate and Investment
Analysts expect the lower threshold to energize Bahrain’s real estate sector and broaden its investor base, reinforcing the kingdom’s position as a long-term residency and investment hub in the Gulf.