COVID-19: Entry restrictions updated

The Bahraini government recently updated its entry rules and restrictions for many countries and travelers.

Key Points:

• Individuals arriving from countries who are eligible for visa-on-arrival in Bahrain and have vaccination certificates will be allowed to enter the country.
• Individuals traveling from or who have transited through red list countries within 14 days of intended arrival in Bahrain are barred from entering the country.
  • Bahraini citizens and residents are exempt from the red-list country ban.
  • All travelers who are six years or older and arriving from a red list country must present a negative PCR test conducted within 48 hours of departure; take a PCR test upon arrival; and quarantine for ten days and take additional PCR tests throughout the quarantine.
• More information regarding Bahrain’s entry restrictions, testing requirements and health protocols can be found here.

Additional information: All travelers must use the BeAware Bahrain application and sign an agreement to adhere to the country’s health protocols upon arrival.

BAL Analysis: The response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, and BAL will provide additional updates as information becomes available.

This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@bal.com.

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