Bahrain Ministry of Interior arrests 41 suspects linked to IRGC-affiliated cell
The Bahraini Ministry of Interior announced on Saturday the arrest of 41 individuals allegedly linked to a group affiliated with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The suspects are accused…
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Bahrain Public Prosecution begins legal proceedings against espionage suspects
Following the IRGC-linked arrests, the Bahraini Public Prosecution confirmed on Saturday that it has initiated formal legal proceedings against the detainees. The Prosecution stated that evidence includes encrypted communication devices…
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Bahrain Ministry of Health updates medical screening protocols for foreign workers
The Bahraini Ministry of Health implemented updated medical examination standards for expatriate workers on Saturday. The new protocols, focusing on infectious disease prevention in the hospitality sector, are designed to…
Read moreBahrain mandates health insurance scheme for all skilled foreign workers
Effective May 2026, Bahraini employers must provide mandatory health insurance coverage for all expatriates classified as skilled workers. The scheme is part of a broader effort to modernize the healthcare…
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Bahrain LMRA updates work permit renewal fee structure for remainder of 2026
The Labour Market Regulatory Authority has issued revised fee guidelines for work permit renewals, aligning with the planned phased increases through 2029. Employers are advised to update their HR budgets…
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Bahrain enforces new restrictions on converting visit visas to work permits
The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) has introduced new regulations barring the direct conversion of visitor visas into employment-based residencies. Applicants must now adhere to updated cross-border recruitment protocols to…
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Bahrain mandates immediate deportation for expatriates failing medical exams
New regulations from the Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) require the immediate deportation of expatriate employees who fail mandatory medical screenings. The rule applies to both new arrivals and those…
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Bahrain introduces phased hike in work permit and healthcare fees for 2026
The Bahraini government has initiated a four-year plan to gradually increase visa issuance and health insurance contributions for expatriate work permits. The revised rates are intended to support the long-term…
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Bahrain LMRA clarifies updated bilingual contract requirements for work permits
The Labour Market Regulatory Authority has issued new guidelines for employment contracts, specifying that they must be bilingual (Arabic and English) on company letterheads. The criteria aim to standardize labor…
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Bahrain waives overstay fines for visitors impacted by conflict
Bahrain’s Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs has announced that all fines and fees for visit visa overstays will be waived for individuals whose permits expired on or after February 28,…
Read moreBahrain extends unused visit visas for three months
In a move to support the tourism sector, Bahrain has automatically extended the validity of all unused visit entry visas as of February 28, 2026, for an additional three months.…
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Bahrain and UK affirm maritime security partnership in high-level talks
Bahraini leadership met with UK officials today to coordinate a unified response to the ongoing drone and missile threats in the Strait of Hormuz. The two nations reaffirmed their joint…
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Healthcare Fees for Expatriates Set to Rise
In a move to optimize healthcare resources, the government has confirmed that healthcare fees for foreign workers will double from BHD 72 to BHD 144 over a four-year period. The…
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Work Permit Fee Reforms Take Effect for Foreign Labor
Bahrain has begun implementing a gradual increase in work permit fees for expatriates to prioritize national employment. Issuance fees have risen to BHD 125, with monthly fees for foreign workers…
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Parliament Approves Urgent Wage Support for April
The Bahraini Parliament has cleared an urgent proposal to provide wage support for private sector workers affected by recent income disruptions. The financial relief, sourced from the unemployment fund, targets…
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Bahrain: Five Sentenced to Life for Iran-Linked Hostile Plots
Bahrain’s High Criminal Court has sentenced five individuals—three Bahrainis and two Afghans—to life imprisonment for plotting terrorist acts in coordination with Iran. The prosecution stated the group was involved in…
Read moreBahrain: 69 Individuals Stripped of Citizenship Over Support for Iranian Hostile Acts
The Kingdom of Bahrain has officially revoked the citizenship of 69 individuals found to have sympathized with or glorified Iranian hostile acts during the recent regional conflict. According to a…
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Bahrain: Bapco Refinery Capacity Reaches 405,000 b/d Amid Economic Growth Forecasts
The IMF’s latest Article IV consultation reports that Bahrain’s economy is expected to grow by 3.3% in 2026, bolstered by the full operational capacity of the Bapco refinery upgrade. The…
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Bahrain: Stricter Driving License Conditions for Expatriates
Bahrain’s Parliament has passed new amendments to the Traffic Law that specifically target expatriate drivers. The new rules link the validity of driving licenses directly to the holder’s residency permit…
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Bahrain Parliament Reviews BD84 Million in Overdue Utility Bills Amid Solar Power Push
Bahrain’s Parliament is currently reviewing reports of BD84 million in unpaid utility bills as the government continues to subsidize nearly one-third of the nation’s electricity costs. As reported by News…
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