Bahrain Lowers Golden Residency Investment Threshold by 35%

Bahrain has reduced the minimum real estate investment required for its Golden Residency Program to $345,000, down from $530,000.

The announcement came from the Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs at the Ministry of Interior, which framed the reform as part of Bahrain’s strategy to attract long-term investors, professionals, and retirees.

The revised threshold now places Bahrain’s property route below Oman and Saudi Arabia but slightly above the UAE’s real estate-based Golden Visa option.

Eligibility and Key Categories

The Golden Residency applies to multiple applicant categories, including:

• Property owners meeting the revised investment requirement.

• Professionals who have worked in Bahrain for at least five years with a monthly salary above $5,300.

• Retirees with a minimum of 15 years of service in Bahrain and pensions of at least $5,300.

• Non-resident retirees receiving monthly pensions above $10,600.

• Entrepreneurs, highly skilled professionals, and individuals making significant economic or social contributions.

Golden Residency holders enjoy long-term residency, multiple-entry privileges, family sponsorship rights, and simplified pathways to establish businesses in Bahrain.