Bahrain Embassy Attestation
Bahrain Embassy Attestation
Any document issued outside Bahrain must receive the Bahrain Embassy attestation stamp before it will be recognized by Bahraini government ministries, employers, educational institutions, or courts. This applies to educational certificates, personal status documents such as marriage and birth certificates, commercial documents, and professional qualifications. The embassy attestation confirms that your document has been properly authenticated through the required chain of legalization in the issuing country and is genuine.
Before the Bahrain Embassy will attest a document, it must carry the appropriate prior authentication stamps. For most documents, this means notarization by a recognized authority in the issuing country, followed by attestation from that country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Documents processed through the UAE typically also require UAE MOFA attestation. The embassy reviews the complete authentication chain and verifies that each prior step has been properly completed before applying its own stamp.
GreenAttest provides complete Bahrain Embassy attestation services, handling every step from initial document review through final delivery of your attested documents. Our team in Dubai maintains current knowledge of the Bahrain Embassy's specific requirements, processing procedures, and documentation standards. We ensure your documents are properly prepared before submission, minimizing the risk of rejection and maintaining the fastest possible processing timelines for your attestation.
Documents Required
- Original document with all prior attestation stamps in the legalization chain
- Clear colour copy of valid passport (photo and information pages)
- Copy of Bahrain visa or CPR (if applicable)
- Certified Arabic translation for documents not in Arabic or English
- Notarization from the document's country of issuance
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs attestation from the issuing country
Special Requirements
- • Documents from certain countries may require additional authentication through the Bahrain Embassy's verification department, which can add 2-3 business days to the standard timeline.
How It Works
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1Submit your documents to GreenAttest for review of the existing attestation chain and identification of any missing prerequisite stamps.
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2Our team completes any outstanding prerequisite steps, including translations or additional attestation stages required by the embassy.
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3Documents are submitted to the Bahrain Embassy with all necessary supporting documentation.
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4We monitor the processing status and address any embassy queries promptly to prevent delays.
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5Attested documents are collected from the embassy and delivered to you via your preferred secure method.
Insider Tips
Insider Tips
- Check the validity period of your police clearance certificate before beginning attestation, as Bahrain authorities typically require these to be issued within the last three to six months.
- If you need documents attested for both personal and employment purposes in Bahrain, submit them together to maintain consistent timelines and reduce overall processing time.
- Keep your passport valid for at least six months beyond your planned arrival in Bahrain, as immigration authorities may flag documents attested with a soon-to-expire passport.
Frequently Asked Questions
All foreign-issued documents intended for official use in Bahrain require embassy attestation. This includes educational certificates and transcripts, marriage and birth certificates, police clearance certificates, commercial documents, powers of attorney, and professional licenses. The specific prerequisite steps vary by document type, but the embassy stamp is universally required.
Standard processing at the Bahrain Embassy takes 5 to 7 business days. Processing times may vary depending on the embassy's current workload and whether any additional verification is required. GreenAttest tracks your documents throughout and provides updates on expected completion dates.
For many document types, the embassy attestation is followed by a final MOFA stamp within Bahrain itself. This additional step is typically completed after the documents arrive in Bahrain. GreenAttest can coordinate the in-Bahrain MOFA stamping through our partner network if needed.
If you are processing documents through the UAE, the Bahrain Embassy generally requires UAE MOFA attestation as part of the prerequisite chain. Documents sent directly from the issuing country with that country's foreign affairs stamp may not need UAE MOFA. GreenAttest assesses the correct chain for your specific situation during the initial document review.
Quick Facts
- Processing Time
- 5-7 business days (standard) | 3-5 business days (express)
- Pricing From
- AED 250
- Country
- Bahrain
- Delivery
- Free across the UAE
Questions About This Service?
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