Bahrain Lowers Minimum Real Estate Investment for Golden Residency to USD 345,000

Bahrain enhances investor appeal by lowering its Golden Residency real estate threshold, boosting confidence, attracting global talent and supporting long term growth.

Bahrain strengthens its Golden Residency Program with a lower investment threshold, opening new opportunities for global investors.

The Kingdom of Bahrain has announced a significant update to its Golden Residency Program, reducing the minimum real estate investment requirement to USD 345,000 (BHD 130,000). The announcement was made by the Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs at the Ministry of Interior as part of the country’s strategy to strengthen its position as a leading destination for long-term residency, business and investment.

The investment threshold was previously set at 530,555 USD (BHD 200,000). By lowering the requirement, Bahrain aims to stimulate growth within the real estate sector, encourage global investor participation and enhance the overall competitiveness of the Golden Residency Program. Officials noted that the revision supports national objectives to promote sustainable investment, attract international talent and reinforce Bahrain’s standing as a gateway to the GCC region.

The announcement comes as Bahrain hosts the Cityscape exhibition, a major regional platform for real estate development. The timing highlights the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to support a dynamic property market recognised for innovation, stability and long-term value creation.

His Excellency Shaikh Hisham bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa, Undersecretary for Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs, underscored the importance of the change, stating that “reducing real estate investment requirements reflects Bahrain’s commitment to fostering an enabling environment for global investors seeking stability and long-term opportunities in the region.” His Excellency added that the updated threshold “enhances the competitiveness of the Golden Residency Program while preserving its exclusivity and ensuring its continued ability to attract foreign investors.”

Under the current structure of the program, the Golden Residency is available to eligible property owners and professionals who have worked in Bahrain for at least five years with an average monthly salary above BHD 2,000 (USD 5,306). The scheme also covers retirees who have spent a minimum of 15 years working in Bahrain and receive an average monthly pension of at least BHD 2,000, as well as non-resident retirees earning a monthly pension exceeding BHD 4,000 (USD 10,624). In addition, talented individuals such as entrepreneurs, highly skilled professionals and contributors to Bahrain’s economic and social landscape may also qualify.

Golden Residency holders benefit from long-term residency rights, simplified processes for establishing businesses, multiple entry privileges and the ability to sponsor family members. With the revised investment requirement, Bahrain aims to further strengthen its appeal among high-net-worth individuals, global professionals and investors looking for a stable environment with high-quality living standards.