Malaysia Visa Requirements for Bahraini Citizens (2026)
No — Bahraini citizens can enter Malaysia without a visa. Maximum stay: 90 days. Every number on this page carries the date we last verified it.
Required documents
- Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 1 blank visa page
- Recent passport-size photograph (white background, front view)
- Proof of travel itinerary including flight details and accommodation
- Return or onward ticket from destination
- Proof of sufficient funds for stay
- eVisa approval letter (printed or digital copy) for immigration
- Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) submitted online before arrival
Fees & processing
Fee details are queued for government-source verification. The official portal has current pricing.
From official-portal extracts (captured ):
- •The official portal lists RM20 as the standard visa fee for countries not individually listed. Bahrain is not named in the published fee schedule, so the exact fee for Bahraini passport holders is unconfirmed and should be verified at checkout on the portal. Authority portal fee field shows a placeholder of MYR 0, which does not represent the true cost. [2]
How to apply
- Visit the official eVisa portal at https://malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my/ and create an account. [1]
- Complete the eVisa application form and upload all required supporting documents. [1]
- Pay the applicable visa fee online via the portal (exact amount to be confirmed at checkout). [2]
- Submit the application and await processing; check status on the portal. [1]
- Download and print the eVisa approval letter once issued. [1]
- Submit your Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) online before traveling to Malaysia. [1]
Before you fly
- •You must submit the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) online before arrival in Malaysia. [1]
- •eVisa holders are permitted entry by air only. [1]
- •A Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate is required if you are arriving from a country at risk of yellow fever transmission. [1]
Full Malaysia entry guide — customs, health, long stays — on the destination page.
Watch out for
Bahrain is not specifically listed in the published fee schedule; always confirm your exact fee on the official portal before applying. [2]
The eVisa is normally valid for a single entry within three months from date of issue; entering after expiry requires a new application. [3]
Processing time is currently unverified on the portal; apply well in advance of your planned travel date. [1]
The authority fee field displays MYR 0 as a placeholder — this does not mean the visa is free. [1]
Frequently asked
How long can Bahraini citizens stay in Malaysia?
Up to 90 days visa-free.
What documents are required?
Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 1 blank visa page; Recent passport-size photograph (white background, front view); Proof of travel itinerary including flight details and accommodation; Return or onward ticket from destination; Proof of sufficient funds for stay.
Where do I apply?
Only on the official government portal: https://malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my/
Can I apply for a Malaysia eVisa as a Bahraini passport holder?
Yes. Bahraini citizens must obtain an eVisa before travelling to Malaysia. Apply through the official portal at malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my.
How long can I stay in Malaysia on a Bahraini eVisa?
The maximum permitted stay is 90 days per entry, subject to immigration approval at the port of entry.
What is the visa fee for a Bahraini applicant?
The exact fee is not separately listed for Bahrain in the published schedule. The default rate for unlisted countries is RM20, but you must confirm the payable amount at checkout on the official portal.
Sources & last verified
Primary source: official government portal — malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my.
Fact data cross-checked against English Wikipedia “Visa requirements for Bahraini citizens” and “Visa policy of Malaysia”, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0 — attribution, not copied text.
Official-source extracts captured : [1] imi.gov.my [2] imi.gov.my [3] imi.gov.my [4] imi.gov.my [5] imi.gov.my [6] kln.gov.my [7] imi.gov.my. Attribution to the publishing agencies; every bracketed number above points to its row here.
Last verified: . Entries, fees and rules change — confirm on the official portal before you travel.
This is general travel information, not legal or immigration advice. Rules change and enforcement varies at the border — always confirm on the official portal before you travel.