Labour Market Regulatory Authority

Applying through the Ministry of Industry and Commerce Commercial licenses system Sijilat If the applicant fulfills the licensing conditions, the approval will be issued by the Labour Market Regulatory Authority’s Licensing Directorate.

Last Update: Tuesday 28 November 2023

• The applicant must have a valid Commercial Registration Certificate (CR).
• The applicant must not be in breach of the provisions of Law No. (19) of 2006 regarding the organization of the labour market and the regulations and decisions issued for its implementation.
• The applicant must prepare a suitable venue (subject to LMRA's approval) to receive applicants wishing to obtain a permit to practice professional activities.
• The applicant must submit a certificate of good conduct.

Last Update: Tuesday 28 November 2023

• Registering workers wishing to obtain a permit to practice professional activities and referring their applications to the LMRA, after verifying that they hold the required qualifications.
• Entering and updating workers’ data on the designated electronic system specified by the LMRA.
• The data includes the worker's name, nationality, address, personal number, passport number, bank account information, contact numbers, activities authorized to engage in, and any information requested by the LMRA.
• Providing the LMRA with statements and reports about the registered workers at the centre, after verifying the validity of their data, upon request.
• Determining the number of workers in the centre who will carry out the task of registration in proportion to the number of workers registered with the centre, provided that LMRA may ask for this number to be increased.
• Registration should be at the address of the centre indicated in the CR.
• Commitment to Bahrainization percentage in employment, in accordance with applicable legislations and regulations.
• Enabling LMRA inspectors to review all registered workers data.
• Immediately notifying the LMRA of any change or update that occurs including, CR activity updates and declaration of bankruptcy.
• Notifying the LMRA of any violations committed by the registered workers once the centre is made aware of them.
• Commitment to all instructions issued by the LMRA.
• Refraining from charging any amount or obtaining any benefit or privilege for any of the services provided by the centre in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution No. (1) of 2022 for workers.
• Allowing the registered worker to transfer to another centre upon their request.

Last Update: Tuesday 28 November 2023

• If the CR is not renewed.
• If accreditation was obtained based on incorrect documents or information.
• If the centre no longer meets one of the accreditation conditions.
• The centre breaches any of the set conditions and regulations.
• Issuance of a court verdict against the owner of the Labour Registration Centre in a felony or a misdemeanor.
• The death of the owner of the centre, unless one of their heirs submits a request to transfer the activity to their name within a period not exceeding one year.
• If the centre declares bankruptcy or if the CR is cancelled.
• The owner of the centre requested in writing to cancel the activity.

Last Update: Tuesday 28 November 2023

• Workers present in the Kingdom of Bahrain and without a vaild work permit.
• Workers with no criminal records or absconding offenses.
• Workers who are not in violation of their contracts.
• Visit Visa holders are not eligible.

Last Update: Tuesday 17 September 2024

• Through the Verification of Eligibility to Join Labour Registration Centres page on the Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRAs) website.
• Sending a text message containing your ID (CPR) number to +973 33150150
• Calling the Expatriate Services Call Centre +973 17103103

Last Update: Sunday 6 October 2024

• Workers must pay the prescribed fees for issuing a permit to practice a professional activity in addition to paying the set monthly fees.
• Paying an amount of BHD 150 (Ticket insurance fees).
• Completion of the required medical examination for employment.
• Updating their data at the registration centre regularly.
• Workers must carry the work card at all times.
• Workers must observe rules and regulations enforced in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
• A registered worker is not allowed to obtain a commercial registry.

Last Update: Tuesday 17 September 2024

Registered Worker Total Permit Fees

No.	Period	Total Initial Registration	Total Renewal
	Six Months	BHD 256	BHD 96
1	Permit Issuance	BHD 50	BHD 50
2	Health Insurance	BHD 36	BHD 36
3	Residency Extension*	BHD 15	0
4	Ticket Insurance*	BHD 150	0
5	Permit Card	BHD 5	BHD 5
6	Admin Fees	BHD 5**	BHD 5
	One Year	BHD 342	BHD 182
1	Permit Issuance	BHD 100	BHD 100
2	Health Insurance	BHD 72	BHD 72
3	Residency Extension*	BHD 15	0
4	Ticket Insurance*	BHD 150	0
5	Permit Card	BHD 5	BHD 5
6	Admin Fees	BHD 5**	BHD 5
	Two Years	BHD 514	BHD 354
1	Permit Issuance	BHD 200	BHD 200
2	Health Insurance	BHD 144	BHD 144
3	Residency Extension*	BHD 15	0
4	Ticket Insurance*	BHD 150	0
5	Permit Card	BHD 5	BHD 5
6	Admin Fees	BHD 5**	BHD 5

*One-time payment upon issuance.
**Paid at the time of submitting the application.

Other Fees

Last Update: Monday 18 November 2024

• Filled application form PDF (1.33 MB) by the worker.
• Copy of the worker's passport (must be valid).
• Official recent bank account certificate that includes the International Bank Account Number (IBAN) (if available).
• Certificate and professional qualifications approved by the applicant's embassy (If applicable).

Last Update: Sunday 6 October 2024

The registered worker can renew his/her application 6 months prior to the expiration date and has the option to renew for 6 months, one year or two years.

Last Update: Sunday 6 October 2024

Currently registered worker permits are limited to workers in the Kingdom of Bahrain who meet the criteria.

Last Update: Tuesday 28 November 2023

Those who have a visit visa cannot apply for a registered worker's permit.

Last Update: Tuesday 28 November 2023

The registered worker can leave and return to the Kingdom of Bahrain as long as the permit is valid.

Last Update: Sunday 19 May 2024

Yes, there is a BHD 15 monthly fee for the registered worker permit.

Last Update: Sunday 19 May 2024

The fees for the registered worker permit can be paid at:

Registered Worker Payment Methods

Payment Method
SADAD online payment and all Kiosks in various areas, the Kiosks are also available in: Approved Labour Registration Centres
Cash payment: Bahrain Financial Company (BFC) Lulu Exchange Co
Online payment channels: BenefitPay (Fawateer service)

Last Update: Sunday 6 October 2024

Before submitting a request to cancel the registered worker’s permit, he/she is required to pay all monthly fees in addition to the administrative fees, which are BHD 5.

• Required Documents

  1. Fill Registered Worker Permit Service Form PDF (1.33 MB).
  2. Proof of identity or registered worker card.
  3. Proof of the reason for cancellation.

• Submission Channels

  The cancellation request is submitted at the registration centre.

Last Update: Wednesday 29 May 2024

• Website: www.lmra.gov.bh
• Expatriate Services Call Centre: +973 17103103
• E-mail: expat.services@lmra.gov.bh
• Social Media: Facebook, X, Youtube, Instagram, Linkedin
• The National Suggestions and Complaint System Tawasul

Last Update: Sunday 19 May 2024