Golden Residency – Talents and Long-Term Residents (الإقامة الذهبية – أصحاب المواهب)
Golden Residency – Talents and Long-Term Residents is a residence route in Bahrain (Other). Talents (academics, athletes, entrepreneurs, inventors, artists) nominated by a government entity; or residents with ≥5 yrs work in Bahrain and average salary ≥BHD 2,000/month. BHD 305/person.
Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 51'120. There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years.
How holders are taxed
No personal income tax.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | Other |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | CHF 1'950 |
| Income / yr | CHF 51'120 |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | 0 |
| PR | 5 |
| Citizenship | — |
| Work | yes |
| Eligible | nominated talents or 5-yr residents |
| Tax | No personal income tax. |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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