Bahrain

Who this jurisdiction suits

• The oldest and most established banking centre in the Gulf.
• No taxation outside the oil and gas sectors.
• Lower setup cost than the UAE for some activities.

What it does not solve

• Commercial address and often real premises required for the licence.
• Two to three month timelines.

Conditions to meet

Services and prices

Prices for this jurisdiction are set during the scoping call. We publish a price only where we hold it without reservation.

Registered office and premises

Documents required

• Valid passport with at least six months remaining
• Identity photograph in the local official format
• Proof of address less than three months old
• CV and description of the activity
• Proof of source of funds
• Copy of the current entry visa or entry stamp, where applicable

How it runs

1. Scoping and choice of zoneThe zone determines your permitted activities, visa quota, office requirement and renewal cost. An error here forces a full rebuild.
2. Name reservation and initial approvalFiling the trade name and obtaining the zone authority's prior approval.
3. Licence issueSigning the articles, paying government fees, issue of the licence and establishment card.
4. Visa and identityVisa quota, entry under establishment visa, medical examination, biometrics and issue of the local identity card.
5. Tax and bank accountCorporate tax registration, setting up the mandatory accounting, banking file and presentation to institutions.