Bahrain

Currency
Bahraini dinar (BHD)
Payroll Frequency
Monthly
Employer Taxes
12.00%

About 

Bahrain

Bahrain, located in the Persian Gulf, boasts a diverse population and serves as a significant financial hub in the Middle East. Understanding the country's labor laws and employment practices is crucial for businesses aiming to establish or expand their presence in Bahrain.

Overview

Population
1,501,635
Language
Arabic
Capital
Manama
Currency
Bahraini dinar (BHD)
Country code
+973
Min wage
No statutory minimum wage for the private sector
Working hours
8 hours per day
Weekdays
Sunday to Thursday
Work hours per week
40 hours per week

Payroll

Cycle

Monthly

Avg employer tax

12%

Taxation

Tax breakdown - Employer
Pension
9%
Work Injury
3%

VAT

5%

Holidays / PTO

Public holidays in 2024
  • 1 Jan: New Year's Day
  • 1 May: Labor Day
  • 2 May: Eid al-Fitr
  • 3 May: Eid al-Fitr Holiday
  • 4 May: Eid al-Fitr Holiday
  • 9 Jul: Eid al-Adha
  • 10 Jul: Eid al-Adha Holiday
  • 11 Jul: Eid al-Adha Holiday
  • 30 Jul: Islamic New Year
  • 8 Aug: Ashura
  • 9 Aug: Ashura
  • 8 Oct: Prophet Muhammad's Birthday
  • 16 Dec: National Day
  • 17 Dec: National Day Holiday
Sick days

Employees are entitled to a total of 55 days of sick leave per year:

  • Days 1-15: Full pay
  • Days 16-35: Half pay
  • Days 36-55: Unpaid

Maternity leave

Female employees are entitled to 75 days of maternity leave:

  • Days 1-60: Full pay
  • Days 61-75: Unpaid
Paternity leave

Male employees are entitled to one day of paid paternity leave.

Termination Process

Notice Period

A 30-day notice is required by either party to terminate the employment contract. Alternatively, the employer may provide payment in lieu of notice.

Severance Pay

Entitlements are based on the length of service:

  • Up to 3 years: 15 days' salary per year
  • More than 3 years: 30 days' salary per year

Probation Period

Probationary periods can last up to three months.

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Tax Calculation

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Employer cost
Total monthly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross monthly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net monthly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross monthly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
Employer cost
Total yearly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross yearly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net yearly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross yearly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
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Bahrain

Bahrain, located in the Persian Gulf, boasts a diverse population and serves as a significant financial hub in the Middle East. Understanding the country's labor laws and employment practices is crucial for businesses aiming to establish or expand their presence in Bahrain.
Contractor Management
EOR
Payroll
Contractor of Record
Currency
Bahraini dinar (BHD)
Payroll Frequency
Monthly
Employer Taxes
12.00%

Overview

Population
1,501,635
Language
Arabic
Capital
Manama
Currency
Bahraini dinar (BHD)
Country code
+973
Min wage
No statutory minimum wage for the private sector
Working hours
8 hours per day
Weekdays
Sunday to Thursday
Work hours per week
40 hours per week

Payroll

Salaried Employees
Monthly
Time-Based Employees
Avg employer tax

12%

Tax Breakdown

Pension
9%
Work Injury
3%

VAT

VAT

5%

Tax Calculation for Bahrain
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Employer cost
Total monthly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross monthly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net monthly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross monthly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
Employer cost
Total yearly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross yearly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net yearly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross yearly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
Request a detailed quotation
How it works

Onboarding Process

Onboarding in Bahrain typically includes the following steps to ensure a smooth transition for new hires:

Pre-Employment Documentation

Collect necessary personal information and documents for work permits and visas.

Employment Contract

Prepare a written employment contract in Arabic, detailing job responsibilities, compensation, and other essential terms.

Orientation

Provide training tailored to the employee's position to ensure they are equipped for their responsibilities.

Role-Specific Training

Provide training tailored to the employee's position to ensure they are equipped for their responsibilities.

Compliance and Benefits Enrollment

Ensure the employee is registered with relevant authorities and enrolled in mandatory benefit programs.

Pre-boarding

Pre-boarding

Pre-boarding

Key Elements of an Employment Contract in Bahrain
When drafting an employment contract for employees in Bahrain, the following key elements should be included:

Employer and Employee Information

Names, addresses, and identification details.

Job Title and Description

Clear outline of duties and responsibilities.

Work Location

Primary place of employment.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary, allowances, and any additional benefits.

Working Hours

Standard daily and weekly working hours.

Leave Entitlements

Details of annual, sick, and other leave policies.

Probation Period

Duration and conditions of the probationary period.

Notice Period

Required notice for termination by either party.

Confidentiality and Non-Compete Clauses

Any restrictions on post-employment activities.

Note: It's essential that the contract is in Arabic; if another language is used, an Arabic translation must accompany it.

Personal Details

Name, contact information, and role of the employee.

Employee Leave Policies

Sick days

Employees are entitled to a total of 55 days of sick leave per year:

  • Days 1-15: Full pay
  • Days 16-35: Half pay
  • Days 36-55: Unpaid

Maternity leave

Female employees are entitled to 75 days of maternity leave:

  • Days 1-60: Full pay
  • Days 61-75: Unpaid
Paternity leave

Male employees are entitled to one day of paid paternity leave.

8 Public holidays in Bahrain
1st
New Year's Day
1st
Labor Day
2nd
Eid al-Fitr and associated holidays
3rd
Eid al-Fitr and associated holidays
4th
Eid al-Fitr and associated holidays
9th
Eid al-Adha and associated holidays
10th
Eid al-Adha and associated holidays
11th
Eid al-Adha and associated holidays
30th
Islamic New Year
8th
Ashura
9th
Ashura
8th
Prophet Muhammad's Birthday
16th
National Day and associated holiday
17th
National Day and associated holiday
  • 1 Jan: New Year's Day
  • 1 May: Labor Day
  • 2 May: Eid al-Fitr
  • 3 May: Eid al-Fitr Holiday
  • 4 May: Eid al-Fitr Holiday
  • 9 Jul: Eid al-Adha
  • 10 Jul: Eid al-Adha Holiday
  • 11 Jul: Eid al-Adha Holiday
  • 30 Jul: Islamic New Year
  • 8 Aug: Ashura
  • 9 Aug: Ashura
  • 8 Oct: Prophet Muhammad's Birthday
  • 16 Dec: National Day
  • 17 Dec: National Day Holiday

Termination Process

Notice Period

A 30-day notice is required by either party to terminate the employment contract. Alternatively, the employer may provide payment in lieu of notice.

Severance Pay

Entitlements are based on the length of service:

  • Up to 3 years: 15 days' salary per year
  • More than 3 years: 30 days' salary per year

Probation Period

Probationary periods can last up to three months.

Personal Details

Name, contact information, and role of the employee.

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Bahrain

العملة
Bahraini dinar (BHD)
تردد الرواتب
Monthly
ضرائب أصحاب العمل
12.00%

عن 

Bahrain

Bahrain, located in the Persian Gulf, boasts a diverse population and serves as a significant financial hub in the Middle East. Understanding the country's labor laws and employment practices is crucial for businesses aiming to establish or expand their presence in Bahrain.

ملخص

التركيبة السكانية
1,501,635
اللغة
Arabic
العاصمة
Manama
العملة
Bahraini dinar (BHD)
رمز الاتصال الدولي
+973
الحد الأدنى للأجور
No statutory minimum wage for the private sector
ساعات العمل
8 hours per day
أيام الأسبوع
Sunday to Thursday
ساعات العمل اسبوعيا
40 hours per week

الرواتب

موعد صرف الرواتب

Monthly

متوسط ​​ضريبة صاحب العمل

12%

تحصيل الضرائب

التوزيع الضريبي - صاحب العمل
Pension
9%
Work Injury
3%

ضريبة القيمة المضافة

5%

العطل / PTO

العطلات الرسمية في عام 2024
  • 1 Jan: New Year's Day
  • 1 May: Labor Day
  • 2 May: Eid al-Fitr
  • 3 May: Eid al-Fitr Holiday
  • 4 May: Eid al-Fitr Holiday
  • 9 Jul: Eid al-Adha
  • 10 Jul: Eid al-Adha Holiday
  • 11 Jul: Eid al-Adha Holiday
  • 30 Jul: Islamic New Year
  • 8 Aug: Ashura
  • 9 Aug: Ashura
  • 8 Oct: Prophet Muhammad's Birthday
  • 16 Dec: National Day
  • 17 Dec: National Day Holiday
الإجازات المرضية

Employees are entitled to a total of 55 days of sick leave per year:

  • Days 1-15: Full pay
  • Days 16-35: Half pay
  • Days 36-55: Unpaid

إجازة الأمومة

Female employees are entitled to 75 days of maternity leave:

  • Days 1-60: Full pay
  • Days 61-75: Unpaid
إجازة الأبوة

Male employees are entitled to one day of paid paternity leave.

إنهاء العقد

عملية الإنهاء

Notice Period

A 30-day notice is required by either party to terminate the employment contract. Alternatively, the employer may provide payment in lieu of notice.

Severance Pay

Entitlements are based on the length of service:

  • Up to 3 years: 15 days' salary per year
  • More than 3 years: 30 days' salary per year

Probation Period

Probationary periods can last up to three months.

فترة الإشعار

If either party wishes to terminate the contract, they must give 30 days' notice. The employer can also give payment in lieu of notice.

مكافأة نهاية الخدمة

Severance pay depends on the employee's length of service:

  • Three years or less: 15 days salary per year
  • Four years or more: 30 days salary for each year
فترة الاختبار

Probation periods can last up to a maximum of three months.

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تكلفة صاحب العمل
إجمالي تكلفة التوظيف الشهرية
GBP 9,633
إجمالي تكاليف الراتب الشهري
GBP 8,334
الضرائب والمساهمات المقدرة
GBP 8,334
تكلفة الموظف
صافي الراتب الشهري
GBP 5,137
الراتب الشهري الإجمالي
GBP 8,334
الضرائب المقدرة والضمان الاجتماعي
GBP 8,334
تكلفة صاحب العمل
إجمالي تكلفة التوظيف السنوية
GBP 9,633
إجمالي تكاليف الرواتب السنوية
GBP 8,334
الضرائب والمساهمات المقدرة
GBP 8,334
تكلفة الموظف
صافي الراتب السنوي
GBP 5,137
الراتب السنوي الإجمالي
GBP 8,334
الضرائب المقدرة والضمان الاجتماعي
GBP 8,334
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