BKR Infinity Business Support Services
Company Formation in Bahrain — 100% Foreign Ownership, Done for You
Bahrain lets foreign investors own 100% of most companies, charges no personal income tax and opens the door to the wider GCC market. We handle the full setup — legal structure, Sijilat filing, ministry approvals, office address and bank introductions — so your company is trading-ready without the paperwork maze.
Why Bahrain
Why Set Up Your Company in Bahrain
- 100% foreign ownership on most commercial and service activities
- No personal income tax; corporate tax applies only to specific sectors and large multinational groups
- Free repatriation of capital and profits
- Gateway to Saudi Arabia via the King Fahd Causeway and the wider GCC
- Competitive operating costs compared with other Gulf hubs
Legal structures
Choose the Right Company Structure
| Structure | Who it suits | Ownership | Key point |
|---|---|---|---|
| W.L.L. (With Limited Liability) | SMEs, solo founders and subsidiaries | 1–50 partners; 100% foreign ownership on most activities | Liability limited to capital; the former S.P.C. now falls under the W.L.L. |
| Holding company | Groups holding shares in other companies | Set up as a W.L.L. or B.S.C. | Owns and manages subsidiaries |
| Branch of a foreign company | Established overseas companies | 100% parent-owned | Trades under the parent’s name |
| Representative office | Market testing and liaison | Parent-owned | Cannot trade or invoice locally |
Checklist
What You Need to Start
- Passport copies of all shareholders and directors
- Proposed company name (we check availability on Sijilat)
- A short description of your business activity
- Commercial address or office lease (we can arrange this)
- For branches: attested parent-company documents
Our process
How We Set Up Your Company
- Free consultation — activity check, structure advice, written quote and timeline
- Name reservation & Sijilat application — prepared and filed by our team
- Office address — a compliant lease through B.K.R Infinity Properties or your own
- Ministry approvals — MOIC and any activity-specific clearances
- CR issuance & bank account — CR delivered, bank introductions made
- Visas & LMRA — investor and employee work permits arranged
Timeline & cost
Bahrain CR Registration Cost and Timeline
Company formation and the corporate bank account take about 20–25 calendar days, followed by about 15 days for LMRA registration, investor visa and CPR card. Our SME Start-up Package for one shareholder is BHD 2,057 all-in (see the full breakdown). You receive one written quote: our fixed consulting fee plus government fees at actual cost — no surprises.
FAQ
Company Formation Questions
Can I set up a company in Bahrain without visiting?
Yes. We start your incorporation remotely with no upfront travel or home-country POA; some banks ask for a visit when opening the account.
What is the minimum capital for a W.L.L.?
Most activities have no fixed legal minimum. We advise a realistic capital figure that suits your bank and your licence.
Can I sponsor my own visa?
Yes. As a shareholder you can obtain an LMRA investor visa through your own company.
What is Sijilat?
Sijilat is Bahrain’s online commercial registration portal run by the Ministry of Industry and Commerce. All CR applications go through it.
Ready to Start Your Company?
Get a free, written setup quote within one working day.