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Embassy of India in Manama, Bahrain

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Embassy of India in Manama, Bahrain, located at Building 1090, Road No. 2819, Block No. 428. View a location map, get driving directions to the Embassy of India, or find information about the address, previous ambassadors, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Embassy Address

    Building 1090, Road No. 2819, Block No. 428
    Al-Seef
    Manama
    Bahrain

  • Telephone

    (+973) 1756 0360, (+973) 1771 2785, (+973) 1771 2683

  • Emergency Phone

    (+973) 3941 8071

  • Fax

    (+973) 1771 5527

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
    Thursday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
    Friday Closed
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
    Monday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
    Tuesday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

    Status: 🟢 Open now – ⛱️ Muharram is on Wednesday (in 7 days) and might affect working hours

    🕒 Current time in Manama: 12:10 PM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

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Location map of the Embassy of India in Manama, Bahrain

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Embassy may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Embassy directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Muharram: June 17 Flag of Bahrain
  • Muharram/Ashura: June 26 Flag of India
  • Ashura: June 26 to June 27 Flag of Bahrain
  • Independence Day: August 15 Flag of India

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Embassy of India in Manama, Bahrain:

  • Process passport applications
  • Process visa applications
  • Notarize certain documents
  • Legalization of documents
  • Issuing emergency travel documents
  • Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) card
  • Attestation of documents

Visa Requirements

If you hold a Bahraini passport, you are required to apply for a paper visa to enter India.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to India without a visa. The most common types of India visas are the following.

  • Tourist Visa
  • Business Visa
  • Employment Visa
  • Student Visa
  • Research Visa
  • Medical Visa
  • Journalist Visa
  • Conference Visa
  • Transit Visa
  • Entry Visa

Head of Mission

Shri Vinod K. Jacob, Ambassador

Related: List of ambassadors of India to Bahrain

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Indian Passports

The government of India issues several types of passports, including:

Regular Passport (Dark Blue cover): This is the standard passport issued to Indian citizens for general travel purposes. It is a "Type P" passport, P stands for Personal.

Diplomatic Passport (Maroon cover): Diplomatic passports are issued to diplomats, Members of Parliament, members of the Union Council of Ministers, and individuals representing the Indian government on diplomatic missions abroad. It is a "Type D" passport, D standing for Diplomatic.

Official Passport (White cover): Official passports are issued to government officials, members of the Indian Armed Forces, members of the Indian diplomatic corps, and individuals representing the Indian government on official business or diplomatic missions. It is a "Type S" passport, S stands for Service.

Consular Assistance

Indian embassies and consulates offer vital consular services to Indian citizens abroad, including issuing, renewing, and replacing passports. They also provide crucial assistance in emergencies, such as accidents, illnesses, or legal matters. These diplomatic missions are essential support systems for Indian nationals traveling or living overseas, ensuring their safety and well-being while away from home. Their services are pivotal in addressing the needs and concerns of Indian citizens during their international travels or stays.

Emergency Travel Document (EC)

The Emergency Travel Document or Emergency Certificate (EC) is a one-way travel document issued to Indian citizens who have no valid travel documents and need to return to India on an emergency basis. EC is issued to those citizens of India to whom a new passport cannot be issued in an emergency in a short period of time. It allows the holder to travel back to India.

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Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

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Bahrain in India

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This page was last edited on 05 May 2026 at 02:00 AM (EST).

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