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@XTang crystal clear. Many thanks. You are a great support

Hi,

I am working in Dammam with Family having valid Iqama. I want to stay in Bahrain for my daughters Schooling. I want to get detailed information to live in Bahrain with Saudi Work Visa with Saudi Family status.

Thanks.

This has been covered many times on the forums - use search next time.  The below is what you need if you want to use your Iqamas - 6 month renewable RP, doesn't come with CPR Card (only a number or paper CPR) which can allow you to live in Bahrain and enroll in schools but no bank accounts etc.

Other options for full RP and CPR are:

1) Get a job / work permit

2) Set up a company and have it sponsor you for investor / dependent visas

3) Buy property and get visas through that route (Self sponsorship or Golden visa)

4) Golden visa for if your salary is above 4000 BD in Saudi () - see retired (not residing in Bahrain)..........it does not need you to be retired but you shouldn't be residing in Bahrain. People working in Saudi have been using it to get Golden visa here

Points 2 and 3 have been covered in detail in the stickies on the forum.

@XTang On the fourth option (golden Visa), I tried online application as a Retiree. However, there is a mandatory document called "retirement certificate". how do we manage that? Any suggestions?

Strange as in that category, it asks you about current employer and salary as a first step.

Did you choose non-resident and then category retiree?

Try uploading employment certificate from current employer outside Bahrain.

Hello guys. I’ve been thinking about applying for Golden visa under salary above 4000bd. Anyone who did make it? Another question about visa stamps. I’ve noticed Bahrein officials haven’t stamp my passport. Only Saudis.. Any more news about it? The booklet still being used?

@vgraghu

I’ve seen the same. It looks like is only for retired people.

Have you found any more information?

Hello guys. I’ve been thinking about applying for Golden visa under salary above 4000bd. Anyone who did make it? Another question about visa stamps. I’ve noticed Bahrein officials haven’t stamp my passport. Only Saudis.. Any more news about it? The booklet still being used?
-@MarcusRio

Bahrain doesn't stamp passports of residents anymore at the causeway.  This has been happening since last year or so.  Saudi still stamps.  Booklet is being used but for Saudi, it depends on their mood - they sometimes still persist in stamping passport.

@vgraghu
I’ve seen the same. It looks like is only for retired people.
Have you found any more information?
-@MarcusRio

No.  A few people working in Saudi have applied and gotten it.   The confusion is the way they have structured it.   I would suggest to attach employment certificate under retirement stating that you are working outside of Saudi.   Make sure that you choose the right category.

@XTang

thanks very much!

The whole point of this golden visa is to have more people spending money in Bahrein.

Gonna apply and see how it goes.

@XTang I will try uploading the employment certificate to give a try. I have selected "Non-Resident" and "Retiree" as the options.

@MarcusRio Unfortunately No. I tried calling the call centre number but the guy had no clue about Retiree Golden visa.  I am trying to apply with Employment letter as suggested by @Xtang

Please update when you can @vgraghu & @MarcusRio!

@alak9 No update. Since 3 weeks, the application is in the same status : "in progress"

@XTang Thank you so much.

@XTang hi XTang.. I got an email to pay 300 BD for golden visa under highly talented.. i applied with my educational degree.. I am working Saudi Arabia.. I have a question.

1) If I come to Bahrain on golden residence visa.. and my CPR will be issued on golden residence visa??

2) and if I want to work then I need work permit LMRA job offer????

3) I can renew my CPR myself without sponser company involvement?

4) For golden residence visa category CPR is valid for 10 years or 5 years??

5) Under golden residence visa cateogry employer issues 1 year contract with the employe or employe  has right to leave the job anytime and join other employer instantly??

Syed,

Which degree do you have?

I'm looking to do the same thing as you.

Answered here:

/forum/viewtopic.p … 55#5656546

@Jalopy I have Btech in information technology. Mtech in computer science and engineering and PHD in artificial intelligence, published 3 international journal publications and 2 national level gold medals. submitted with proof all in one attachment.

@Jalopy I have Btech in information technology. Mtech in computer science and engineering and PHD in artificial intelligence, published 3 international journal publications and 2 national level gold medals. submitted with proof all in one attachment.
-@Syed Sayeeduddin

Now this, is a very good example.

For other people who keep on asking; do not even bother to apply for a talented person golden visa UNLESS you have a Phd and have published internationally.

@Syed Sayeeduddin ,

Thanks, Syed, wow, that is impressive.

Do you have any idea what the list of priority subject areas might be?

I'm a chartered engineer with a background in automotive and aerospace design. I have been working as a continuous improvement consultant, and am now internally for a large oil company. I might get through.

See my previous response. PhD and / or international publications.

Living in Bahrain while working in Saudi Arabia offers numerous advantages, including visa convenience, driver's license flexibility, and the opportunity for a Golden Visa. With a valid work visa, commuting between these neighboring countries becomes hassle-free. Moreover, individuals can easily obtain a driver's [link moderated] in either country, facilitating mobility. Additionally, the prospect of a Golden Visa, providing long-term residency and investment opportunities, adds further appeal to this arrangement.

I think that instead of copy pasting from a sales pitch on a website, you might want to put your own comments. All what you pasted does NOT work in the way it is listed.

Visa convenience?  no, you have to apply for a 6 month renewable permit each time. You don't get a CPR even.

Driving license flexibility? no. You use the license of Saudi. You can't convert to a Bahrain license without a proper RP.

Golden visa? only if you qualify e.g. property, income etc.  Working somewhere and living elsewhere doesn't do that.

Also commuting between the countries is NOT hassle free. Handle the causeway everyday for extended periods of time and you will know what I mean.

@XTang, how long does the golden visa retiree process(ksa iqama holders) take on average. Anyone you know, get through recently?

It varies but keep at least 3-5 weeks in mind.

If it gets rejected, can we try again or know the reason for rejection?

You can try again.  Immigration will never tell you the reason for rejection.

Thanks Xtang

@XTang ,  thank you for your invaluable responses to folks here.  I have a degree in IT and Masters here in the US.  I also have a bunch of internationally recognized certificates in IT and project management. i included the above and my consulting experience along with testimonials from clients ( screenshots from emails) and awards.

how long does the highly talented response take?

Do you think they will approve based on your experience?  Thanks a bunch!

@XTang, thank you for your invaluable responses to folks here.  I have a degree in IT and Masters here in the US.  I also have a bunch of internationally recognized certificates in IT and project management. i included the above and my consulting experience along with testimonials from clients ( screenshots from emails) and awards.

how long does the highly talented response take?

Do you think they will approve based on your experience?  Thanks a bunch!

Look, I am not sure.  But to have good chances, you need to have a PHD as well as international publications.

@XTang

Could not open then link  posted and showing error.

i have recently moved to ksa with project management specialist visa from UAE. Am i eligible to  keep family in baharin?

do i  have  to process of my family members  iqama before i move to Bahrain?

please brief the requirements to stay in baharin.

thanks

That link is not for you anyway. You are looking for what is called a paper cpr.  I have detailed the process dozens of times. Search for paper cpr in the search field. And yes everyone needs an iqama to apply for it. It's basically a renewable 6 month visa that allows you to stay in Bahrain.

You can also go to npra website and see under visa/residence permit service something called "foreign employees of gcc companies".  See under both visas and residence permit.