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OKTB scrapped, visa printouts required
Bahrain has announced the end of the ‘Ok to Board’ (OKTB) requirement for travelers flying in from India, easing a decades-old process that often added extra steps and delays at airline counters.
Effective September 1st, passengers heading to Bahrain on Air India and Air India Express will no longer need the additional clearance message, according to an advisory issued by the airline. Instead, travelers must present a printout of their valid visa, which will be checked at check-in and immigration counters.
Regional trend
The move puts Bahrain in line with other Gulf states, including Qatar and the UAE, which have already scrapped the OKTB procedure in favor of direct visa verification. Industry observers say the change will particularly benefit Indian expatriates, who make up one of the largest communities in the Gulf.
Online verification
Visas for Bahrain can now be confirmed online through the official E-Visa portal or the Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) website. Separate links are provided for work permits, family visas, and domestic work permits. The airline urged passengers to carry printouts of their visas for smoother processing.
OKTB had long been a source of confusion for firsttime travelers, especially those on ECR (Emigration Check Required) passports, as it required coordination between the visa holder, travel agents, and the airline. Its removal, observers say, signals a shift toward digitised border and airline checks in the region.
The advisory notes that the requirement will no longer apply from September 1st, simplifying travel formalities and potentially cutting delays for passengers flying to Bahrain.
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