Bahrain
Bahrain’s LMRA Introduces a 6-Month Work Permit Option for Expatriate Workers Already Residing in Bahrain. The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) has announced the introduction of a 6-month work permit option specifically for expatriate workers already residing in the Kingdom of Bahrain and working in the commercial sector. This initiative aims to facilitate business operations and respond to market suggestions and needs, adding to the existing one- and two-year permit options.
The LMRA emphasized that this new option is exclusively for expatriate workers already in Bahrain and does not include recruitment from abroad. This measure is expected to achieve several regulatory goals for the labour market, such as reducing the recruitment of new expatriate workers for the commercial sector and offering business owners trial options to benefit from the existing workforce in the Kingdom. It allows businesses to assess the efficiency and suitability of workers based on their standards, ultimately enhancing chances for success, growth, and reduced operational costs. This approach also helps businesses improve financial efficiency and achieve greater sustainability, especially in their early stages.
The LMRA reaffirmed its commitment to continually reviewing all regulatory procedures to ensure they are in line with emerging labour market needs, through ongoing consultation and coordination with partners across various economic sectors.
