Request to apply for a foreign nationality

Service Description:

This service is offered to Bahraini nationals wishing to obtain a foreign nationality.  

Terms of Service:

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

Documents Required:

• A letter addressed to HE the Minister of Interior stating the type of request and the reasons for making it.
• Original & copy of the Bahraini passport.
• Original and copy of the valid ID card.
• Original and copy of the Bahraini marriage certificate. In the event of submitting a foreign marriage certificate, it must be notarised by the authorities concerned in Bahrain.
• A newly-issued employment certificate.
• A certificate issued from the state of which the applicant is seeking to obtain the nationality, stating its approval to grant him/her the same.
• Original and copy of the birth certificate.
• A power of attorney for proceedings in case the applicant is not attending personally.  

Procedure:

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

Fee:

Fees

Free

• Form
• ِApply via the website