Overstay in Bahrain

Jenylis Lisa

Member

Member since 27 October 2017

Bahrain

Jenylis Lisa

30 May 2018 15:08:31

Jenylis Lisa

30 May 2018 15:08:31

Bahrain

I entered Bahrain on a Visit Visa that expired on 24 May 2018.

An employer had applied for my work visa on 13 May 2018 (11 days prior to the expiry of Visit Visa) and canceled it on 29 May 2018.

I am unable to extend my Visit Visa as the sponsor is traveling overseas.

I have a valid multiple entry visa for Saudi.

Would anyone know the overstay penalty/process that I have to pay at the Causeway when I exit? I need to exit asap.

Thanks!

Regards,
Lisa

XTang

Bahrain/UAE/Saudi Arabia Expert

Member since 22 April 2014

Riyadh

XTang

30 May 2018 15:13:05

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XTang

30 May 2018 15:13:05

11242

Riyadh

I would suggest to go to immigration main office and settle the issue there. They have recently changed the rules and don't let you exit until you have rectified the status. However, it is a bit arbitrary as some people have been allowed to exit and others haven't. So to avoid any issue, suggest to do the above.

Jenylis Lisa

Member

Member since 27 October 2017

Bahrain

Jenylis Lisa

31 May 2018 08:36:28

Jenylis Lisa

31 May 2018 08:36:28

Bahrain

Thanks @Xtang

I went to the NPRA this morning and they said the visa is valid until 8 June'18, which we believe the Visit Visa MAY have automatically extended for 10 days as a grace period to find a new job or exit the country.

Phew! that was a relief.

Regards,
Lisa

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