Bahrain Sets Six Requirements for Foreign Wives' Residency

Bahrain has officially announced six requirements for foreign wives of Bahraini citizens to secure legal residency in the country, with the process overseen by the Ministry of Interior's Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs directorate. Residency permits for foreign wives and Bahraini children born to foreign spouses are granted for two years and can be renewed.

Applicants must submit several documents, including a completed service application form, a copy of the husband's identity card, an original marriage certificate and a copy, a copy of the applicant's identity card or that of their legal representative, a copy of the wife's passport, and, if applicable, an additional letter from the husband's employer for military officers. The husband or a legal representative must be present during the application process.

In cases of divorce, an official custody ruling from the Sharia courts in Bahrain is required. The application process is completed within one working day once all documents are submitted.