From company registration and bank account opening to investor visas and annual renewals — every service you need to start and run a business in the Kingdom of Bahrain, handled end to end.
Business Formation & Registration Services
The essential services that take you from zero to a fully operational business in Bahrain — CR registration, banking, visas, and compliance.
Company Formation in Bahrain
Full company registration through Sijilat — entity type selection, NPRA security clearance, name reservation, MOA/AOA preparation, office address, bank capital deposit, and CR activation. We prepare bank-ready documents that pass compliance on the first attempt.
Commercial Registration (CR)
The CR is your company's legal identity in Bahrain — issued by MOICT through the Sijilat portal. We handle the entire registration process including security clearance, name reservation, activity selection, and CR activation.
Corporate Bank Account Opening
Bank-ready documentation that gets your corporate account approved on the first visit. We coordinate directly with Bahraini banks that accept new company formations, prepare AML-compliant company profiles, and walk you through the compliance interview. IBAN in hand within one hour.
Investor Visa & Residency
Complete Investor Visa processing — LMRA work permit, NPRA residency application, medical examination, biometrics, and residency card issuance. Available as 1-year or 2-year options. Includes guidance on dependent visa sponsorship for spouse and children.
Virtual Office Address
MOICT-compliant registered office address for your CR — accepted by banks, valid for Sijilat registration, and included in all company formation packages. Choose from 3-month, 6-month, or 12-month terms. Located in the Diplomatic Area, Manama.
CR Renewal & Annual Compliance
Annual Commercial Registration renewal through the Sijilat portal — document preparation, compliance verification, fee payment, and same-day processing. We handle renewals before your expiry date to prevent bank freezes and visa suspensions.
Bahrain Work Visa & Permits
All work permit types — LMRA application, required documents, medical clearance, visa stamping, and residency processing for employees. Covers new work permits, renewals, transfers, and cancellations for companies sponsoring staff in Bahrain.
Business for Expats in Bahrain
Specialized guidance for foreign entrepreneurs — 100% ownership eligibility, sector-specific ownership rules, residency pathway, banking compliance, and the complete journey from landing in Bahrain to running a fully operational company with 0% corporate tax.
Contact & Free Consultation
Reach us through WhatsApp, email, or phone — we respond within 5 minutes during business hours. Tell us your nationality, target activity, and timeline. We recommend the right structure, package, and next steps at no cost.
Ongoing Support & Compliance Services
Post-formation services that keep your business running smoothly — from government liaison to accounting and amendments.
📑 NPRA Security Clearance
Background verification processing for foreign investors — passport submission, NPRA coordination, and clearance tracking. Required before any CR registration.
📝 CR Amendment
Add or remove business activities, change commercial name, update shareholder details, or modify ownership structure — all processed through Sijilat.
💼 PRO Services
Government department liaison — MOICT, LMRA, NPRA, Municipality, BCCI, and NBR. We handle document submissions, follow-ups, and collections on your behalf.
📊 VAT Registration
Registration with the National Bureau for Revenue (NBR), VAT compliance setup, filing guidance, and input tax recovery for businesses meeting the threshold.
👨👩👧👦 Dependent Visa Sponsorship
Sponsor your spouse and children for Bahrain residency — document preparation, NPRA application, medical examinations, and residency card issuance.
📒 Accounting & Bookkeeping
Monthly bookkeeping, financial statement preparation, and annual audit coordination to keep your business compliant with CR renewal requirements.
📄 Business Plan Preparation
Professional business plan and company profile documents that satisfy bank compliance requirements during account opening — part of our bank-ready approach.
🏢 Branch Office Registration
Establish a Bahrain branch for your overseas company — parent company documentation, MOICT approval, branch manager appointment, and CR issuance.
🔑 Business License Processing
Commercial and industrial license applications — activity-specific approvals, sector regulator coordination, and license activation on your CR.
🔄 Investor Visa Renewal
Annual or biennial renewal of your Investor Visa — LMRA permit renewal, NPRA processing, medical clearance, and residency card update.
📍 Office Upgrade
Upgrade from virtual office to private cabin or dedicated office space. Address change processed through Sijilat with municipality approval.
⚖️ Compliance Support
Ongoing regulatory compliance — UBO declarations, audited financial statements, LMRA workforce compliance, and Central Bank reporting requirements.
Why 2,500+ Entrepreneurs Trust Us
Company Formation Packages
Every package includes bank-ready documentation — MOA, AOA, Board Resolution, Company Profile, and business plan. Government CR fees of approximately BHD 432 are additional.
- Full CR Registration (Sijilat)
- Trade Name Reservation
- MOICT / Sijilat Processing
- Security Clearance (NPRA)
- 3-Month Office Address
- Bank-Ready Documentation
- Full CR Registration (Sijilat)
- Trade Name Reservation
- MOICT / Sijilat Processing
- Security Clearance (NPRA)
- 6-Month Office Address
- Bank-Ready Documentation
- Full CR Registration (Sijilat)
- Trade Name Reservation
- MOICT / Sijilat Processing
- Security Clearance (NPRA)
- 12-Month Office Address
- Bank-Ready Documentation
Investor Visa fees are additional: BHD 755 (1 year) or BHD 953 (2 years). See full cost breakdown →
Find What You Need
| Category | Guide (How It Works) | Cost (What It Costs) |
|---|---|---|
| Company Formation | Company Formation Guide → | BHD 1,340 Starting → |
| Commercial Registration | What Is CR in Bahrain? → | Included in packages |
| Investor Visa | Investor Visa Guide → | BHD 755–953 → |
| Bank Account | Bank Account Guide → | Included in packages |
| Virtual Office | Virtual Office Guide → | BHD 440–1,250 → |
| CR Renewal | CR Renewal Guide → | Government fees apply |
| Work Visa | Work Visa Guide → | LMRA fees apply |
| Business for Expats | Expats Guide → | See formation packages |
| Contact Us | Contact Page → | WhatsApp → |
| Category Pages: All Guides | All Costs | All Renewals | ||
Start Your Business in Bahrain Today
Free consultation — we respond within 5 minutes during business hours. Tell us your business activity and nationality, and we will recommend the right structure and package.