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The Kingdom of Bahrain has lowered the minimum real estate investment needed to obtain its Golden Residency from USD 530,555 (BHD 200,000) to USD 345,000 (BHD 130,000), signalling a bid to draw more foreign capital. The revised threshold broadens eligibility to property buyers, seasoned professionals, retirees and high-net-worth individuals, while retaining preferential residency perks. The move is part of a wider push to boost demand in luxury housing, foster long-term settlement, and position the country as an attractive hub for investment and living among Gulf nations.
The Ministry of Interior's Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA) of the Kingdom of Bahrain has reduced the qualifying real estate investment for the Golden Residency programme from USD 530,555 to USD 345,000. With this change, property owners-alongside expatriates who have worked for at least five years drawing a monthly salary above BHD 2,000 (roughly USD 5,306)-become eligible for long-term residency. The scheme further extends to retirees working in Bahrain for 15 years with a pension of at least BHD 2,000, and even non-resident pensioners with a higher pension threshold (BHD 4,000, ~USD 10,624). Advertisement
The policy also remains open to high-skilled professionals, entrepreneurs and other individuals whose contributions to Bahrain's economy or society may merit inclusion. Residency holders under this programme enjoy long-term stay rights, multiple-entry privileges, simplified business-set up processes and the ability to sponsor family members. The government hopes that by easing the investment threshold, demand for premium-quality real estate in urban and waterfront zones will surge - especially among overseas investors seeking a stable base in the Gulf.
The revision coincides with Bahrain hosting the region's prominent property-industry showcase, Cityscape, accentuating the timing as favourable for foreign inflows. Officials at NPRA described the change as enhancing the competitiveness of the Golden Residency while preserving its exclusivity - a balancing act aimed at attracting serious long-term investors rather than speculative buyers.
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