Practical Information in Bahrain
Although Bahrain is relatively liberal, this is not St Tropez, so leave the hotpants at home. Bring loose, light clothing and be ready to chat and barter in shops.
GMT
GMT +3
Money
Bahraini dinar (BHD) is the currency.
Visas
Each country has its own regulations and restrictions for its visitors. Find specific visa information for your destination.
Health
Travelling to (sub) tropical destinations means taking care of your health. Read more about health issues for the area you're visiting.
Electricity
230V AC, 50 Hz, three-flat-pin plugs are standard.
Dialling Code
+973 (national) plus eight-figure number.
Bahrain Tourist Info
Travel Insurance
Read more and open a travel insurance policy straightaway .
Fit In
Drinking coffee is a social ritual, one which goes back centuries to desert life. Refusal of this hospitality can offend, so be prepared to drink a lot of it. This is even true in shops, where you'll be offered coffee while haggling over a carpet.
Public Holidays 2011-2012
- Eid Milad un Nabi (Prophet's Anniversary) 15 Feb
- Ramadan (1st day of month-long period of fasting) 1 Aug
- Eid al-Fitr (Festival of the Breaking of the Fast) 30 Aug-1 Sep
- Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice, celebrating the last day of Hajj, the Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca) 6-8 Nov
- Al Hijrah (Islamic New Year) 26-27 Nov
- Ashura (Hussain Martyrdom Day) 5 Dec
- National Day 16-17 Dec
- New Year's Day 1 Jan
