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Do Bahraini citizens need a visa for Canada?

Bahraini citizens need a regular visa to enter Canada.

Visa required

Bahraini citizens need a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) for Canada.

Last verified: 2026-06-01 · Source: official government page

At a glance

Visa type	Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) – Visitor
Maximum stay	Up to 6 months per entry
Processing time	Variable — weeks to months
Application fee	CAD $100 visa + CAD $85 biometrics = CAD $185
Passport validity required	Valid for stay
Where to apply	Online via IRCC; biometrics at VFS Global
Apply up to	8–12+ weeks before travel

How to apply, step by step

Open account at canada.ca.
Complete IMM 5257 and IMM 5645.
Upload docs.
Pay fees.
Attend biometrics.
Wait; submit passport for visa.

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Document checklist

Bahraini passport
Photos (CA spec)
Proof of funds
Employment proof
Itinerary
Hotel bookings
Purpose-of-visit letter

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Frequently asked questions

Multi-entry?

Canada issues multi-entry visas by default until ~1 month before passport expiry.

What happens if my visa is rejected?

You forfeit the application fee. You can re-apply, but must disclose the prior refusal.

What happens if I overstay?

Fines, possible re-entry bans, and complications for future applications.

About this page

Cross-checked against the official government source linked above and the Wikipedia article on visa policy of Canada. Verified weekly against three independent sources.

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