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Bahrain Economic Vision 2030

Bahrain Economic Vision 2030 was one of the first national visions in the Gulf, and it still guides the kingdom's open, business-friendly approach. Here is the plan in brief, its flagship projects and what it means for a luxury trip to Bahrain or buying property with golden residency.

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At a glance

Bahrain Economic Vision 2030 at a glance

Plan
Bahrain Economic Vision 2030 (launched 2008)
Principles
Sustainability, competitiveness, fairness
Tourism
Tourism Strategy 2022 to 2026
Golden residency
Property route from BHD 130,000 (approximately $345,000)
Best months to visit
November to March

Bahrain's vision in brief

Launched in October 2008, Bahrain Economic Vision 2030 aims to move the economy from oil wealth to a productive, globally competitive economy led by the private sector. It rests on three guiding principles: sustainability, competitiveness and fairness. Its practical focus has been finance, logistics, manufacturing, technology and tourism.

Since 2021 an Economic Recovery Plan has accelerated delivery, with priority projects and sector strategies, including a tourism strategy aimed at growing visitor numbers through events, leisure and heritage. See the national visions of the Middle East for the region.

The twin towers of Bahrain Financial Harbour lit in violet and reflected in the still waters of Manama at night.
Photo: ChinitoBoy · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Flagship projects

Bahrain International Airport terminal

Muharraq

The new passenger terminal opened in 2021, a much-improved gateway to the kingdom.

Official site ↗
To be confirmed

King Hamad Causeway

Bahrain to Saudi Arabia

A second causeway with road and rail links to Saudi Arabia, alongside the existing King Fahd Causeway.

To be confirmed

Bahrain Metro

Manama area

A planned driverless metro, starting with a first phase around Manama and the airport.

What it means for visitors

Bahrain is relaxed and easy to visit, with UNESCO-listed Qal'at al-Bahrain and the Pearling Path, a lively dining scene and beach resorts. Read our Bahrain luxury travel guide and Manama luxury hotels, and the history of pearling in the Gulf. The kingdom is also a natural add-on to a trip to Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, just across the King Fahd Causeway. Weekends in Bahrain fall on Friday and Saturday, and alcohol is available in licensed hotels and restaurants.

What it means for investors

Bahrain has long been a regional center for banking, Islamic finance and insurance, and its low costs and open ownership rules for most business activities make it a practical base for Gulf operations. Foreigners can buy freehold in designated areas such as Amwaj Islands, Durrat Al Bahrain, Diyar Al Muharraq and Bahrain Bay, and a property purchase above set thresholds can qualify for Bahrain's ten-year golden residency. See Bahrain property investment and golden residency.

Questions visitors and investors

Questions visitors and investors ask

When was Bahrain Economic Vision 2030 launched?

In October 2008.

What are its guiding principles?

Sustainability, competitiveness and fairness.

Does buying property give residency in Bahrain?

Purchases above set thresholds can qualify for golden residency. Check current rules and take independent advice.

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Checked October 2026. Prices and dates are approximate and can change. See our standard.