Compare Removals To Bahrain From UK

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The capital Manama is a popular spot for expats, with other major cities including Saar, Hamala and Budaiya. As a country with plenty of sea and sun, Bahrain is home to many expats eager to work abroad. This appeal is boosted by an excellent standard of living and many high-income roles.

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Sea Freight

Sending possessions by sea is a popular choice when moving abroad since this method is versatile for how much it can carry. Besides being capable of carrying heavier loads, shipping containers come in 20ft and 40ft sizes to suit inventories big and small.

Bahrain has 5 major ports, with the Port of Mina Salman in Manama being the most used. The other main ports across Bahrain are:

• Port of Khalifa Bin Salman
• Al Manama Harbour
• Port of Sitra
• Port of Al Muharraq

Shipping freight charges you for the container you use rather than the contents inside - making it very cost-effective. The downside is that you’ll have to wait longer for it to arrive, with transit times to Bahrain taking around 25-35 days. You’ll also need to add 7 days or so to your wait time to account for domestic collection and loading.

Part-Load

Anyone relocating with fewer items or funds will prefer part-load as their freight method. With part-load, you’ll be allocated a portion of a container instead of a full one, meaning you pay far less.

Your items will be sharing space with possessions from other expats. As a result, part-load deliveries take longer as they have to make stops to drop off other items along the way. When ordering part-load to Bahrain, expect to be waiting for 8-12 weeks for it to arrive.

What Documentation Do I Need?

In order to make Bahrain your new home, you’ll need to provide several essential items to certify your stay. Unless retiring or investing, you’ll need to secure a job before moving in order to secure a work permit. Besides that, expect to need the following when applying for residence:

• A valid passport
• Passport size photograph
• Your health record from an authorised medical body
• Proof of sufficient funds

Visas and Permits

Brief trips to Bahrain can be covered by a Visit Visa, which can be obtained either online or upon arrival. The duration of different short-term visas ranges from 2 weeks to 6 months.

For longer or permanent stays, you’ll need to go through the Ministry of the Interior e-visa website. This allows you to access and apply for visas relating to investment, property ownership and retirement.

If you’re moving to pursue career opportunities, your employer will need to submit a work visa application to the Labour Market Regulatory Authority. Work visas typically take around 5 days to process, though with delays this can extend as long as 2 weeks.