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Request for permission to retain the original nationality.

Service description:

This service is offered to the Bahrainis with dual nationality.

The applicant must present himself in person or apply through his legal representative.

Letter addressed to HE the Minister of Interior stating the type of request and the reasons for it.
Original & copy of the Bahraini and foreign passports.
Original & copy of valid ID card.
Original & copy of the Bahraini marriage certificate issued by a court in Bahrain. In the event of submitting a foreign marriage certificate, it must be notarised by the authorities concerned Bahrain.
A newly-issued employment certificate.
Certificate from the state of which the applicant holds the nationality, stating the date of obtaining the same and how it was obtained.
Original & copy of the birth certificate.
Power of attorney for proceedings in case the applicant is not attending them personally.

Apply to the Nationality, Passports & Residence Affairs (Nationality Directorate).
Fill in the application form and attach the documents required.

Fees

Free