Gulf Air says transit open again via Bahrain for international travelers

Transit passengers can now pass through Bahrain, the airlines said on Twitter. (File/AFP)

• Entry to the country is limited to Bahrainis and other residents during the coronavirus pandemic

DUBAI: Transit through Bahrain International Airport is open again for international travelers, Manama-based Gulf Air said on Saturday, though entry to the country is limited to Bahrainis and other residents during the coronavirus pandemic.

In compliance with the new regulations issued by the Bahrain Civil Aviation Authority, we are welcoming back transit passengers through Bahrain International Airport, arrival into Bahrain remains restricted to nationals and residents#طيران_الخليج #البحرين#GulfAir #Bahrain pic.twitter.com/pbYeobgnER

— Gulf Air (@GulfAir) April 4, 2020

“In compliance with the new regulations issued by the Bahrain Civil Aviation Authority, we are welcoming back transit passengers through Bahrain International Airport. Arrival into Bahrain remains restricted to nationals and residents,” the airline said on Twitter.