Bahrein
Health & Emergencies

Healthcare Guide: Bahrain

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Bahrain offers a modern and well-developed healthcare system with internationally-standard hospitals. Private care is widely available.

Risk Indicators

Low
Health Risk
Good
Hospital Quality
Low
Security Risk
BHD (Bahraini Dinar)
Local Currency

What to Know Before You Travel

Healthcare System

Public System

The public system offers quality care to citizens and residents; tourists can access private clinics.

Private Network

High-quality private clinics with international doctors and modern equipment.

Estimated Medical Costs

ServiceEstimated Cost
General practice visit50-100 BHD ($130-260 USD)
Emergency room200-350 BHD ($520-910 USD)
Hospitalization (per day)500-800 BHD ($1,300-2,080 USD)
Emergency surgery3,000-6,000 BHD ($7,800-15,600 USD)
Ambulance100-200 BHD ($260-520 USD)
Raio-X50-100 BHD ($130-260 USD)
Exames de sangue30-60 BHD ($78-156 USD)

* Approximate costs for private care. May vary by region and provider type.

Recommended Hospitals

Salmaniya Medical Complex Public
Manama
Main public hospital with all departments
American Mission Hospital Private
Manama
Quality private hospital with international standards

Pharmacies

Pharmacies are abundant in Manama, open until 10pm, with guaranteed-quality imported medication.

Frequently Asked Questions

Travel insurance is strongly recommended for Bahrain. Private hospitals typically require upfront payment or proof of insurance. Asteroid clients have immediate coverage and 24/7 support in their language.

The main emergency number in Bahrain is 999. Asteroid clients can also reach our 24/7 WhatsApp line for immediate multilingual assistance.

The public system offers quality care to citizens and residents; tourists can access private clinics.

Costs vary by service type. A private clinic visit starts around 50-100 BHD ($130-260 USD), while hospitalization can be substantially higher. Travel insurance covers these costs directly without upfront payment.

Pharmacies are abundant in Manama, open until 10pm, with guaranteed-quality imported medication.

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