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11 available 11 • View allRequirements and licenses for selling products online
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Q: I am planning to open a company in Bahrain for trading. What are the options in terms of the type of license that I can obtain?

Jan 30, 2016
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Cost and procedure for setting up a startup company

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Q: Hi,
What are the steps to start up my idea in Bahrain as a foreigner?
1) Is there anywhere where I could get the steps and cost involved?
2) And once we start our company in Bahrain, do we have to be in Bahrain?
If so, should we apply for some sort of visa?
Best regards,
Z.


May 7, 2019
728
The requirements and procedures of a startup in Bahrain 


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Q: Hi,
We are a young startup out of Mumbai, India.
We are currently in the process of taking our B2B SaaS product overseas and are starting to explore different countries.
What should be our next steps if we want to start operations in Bahrain?
Also, what are the legal requirements for setting up Bahrain operations?



May 14, 2019
663
Drafting contracts for establishing an eCommerce startup
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Q: Hi,
We are a soon to be launching an eCommerce marketplace startup based out of Bahrain focusing on bulk procurement of industrial and construction products.
We need help in preparing sellers and buyers agreement which needs to be in line with the Bahraini law.
Also, we would like some advice on the founders and investor agreement also.

May 27, 2019
624
Requirements for a virtual CR of dropshipping business

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Q: Hi,
I am an expat in Bahrain.
I am willing to start my dropshipping business and I need a virtual CR because I need to create a business merchant account.
Thank you.


May 28, 2019
2908
Legal support for a startup business in Bahrain
0
Q: I have a business plan. I need startup support like incubation. My company name is PI Business Solutions Co WLL.

Sep 8, 2019
393
Changing the status of a company to WLL company


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Q: I have a company that is 5 years old. It is an individual-owned company. I want to start over as WLL but without losing the track record of my current clients.
I'm not sure if I should sell my current company to the new one? or Start a WLL and then move it.
There will be a new name for the new WLL company too.



Oct 9, 2019
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إجراءات تنازل الشريك المواطن عن نسبته في الشركة
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س: نحن شريكين في شركة، ومعنا شريك مواطن يمتلك واحد وخمسين بالمائة ونمتلك نحن النسبة الباقية بالتساوي.
لا نريد الشريك المواطن الآن. كيف يمكن إخراجه من الشركة؟

Oct 10, 2019
302
The requirements of establishing E-business in Bahrain


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Q: We're Sydney based startup and we have successfully designed an online and mobile market place app. The aim is to launch it in the Middle East region e.g. Bahrain, UAE, and Qatar.
Would you suggest to us how can we enter while our network is based here in Australia and we are online business?



Jul 14, 2019
288
Establishing a home-based business in Bahrain
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Q: Hello,
I've been wondering what would be the legal requirements to start an Instagram business that is completely home-based?
The business involves selling makeup and cosmetic appliances and is run by one person (Bahraini) alongside a contract with a courier company.
It also only works on Cash On Delivery. Does this business fall under the trading activities of Sijilat where I can use my home address or would I have to set up a commercial CR that requires a virtual commercial address?
I'm also unfamiliar with going about these entire procedures, along with being worried about the costs of establishing the Instagram page as an official legal business being too high with all costs added such as getting the CR, rent and paying VAT.
Please advise,
Thank you!

Jun 13, 2019
1853
What are the requirements for opening a company branch in Bahrain?
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Q: What are the requirements for opening a company branch in Bahrain knowing that the company in question is a free zone licensed company from Abu Dhabi?
Is this possible without the need for a Bahraini shareholder?

Feb 20, 2022
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1 available 1 • View allIs a Physical Office Address Required When Starting a Business in Bahrain? 11
An individual must first obtain a Commercial Registration (CR) from the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Tourism (the MOICT) in order to legally conduct any business activity in the Kingdom of Bahrain. One of the requirements for obtaining a CR is a registered office or place of business, which brings up the question of whether there are any other options available for those who want to start their business from home or without a physical office space.
Oct 20, 2021
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View allFiling a case against a customer for holding payment for services 0
I have a Bahrain based company and we have provided our services to a UAE based company for their project in Bahrain.
They went away with no payments done to our services. All the documents are with us. How can I move legally to recover the payment?
Aug 22, 2019
814
Resignation during probation period and visa transfer in Bahrain 0
Dear Sir
I am in the probation period. I came to Bahrain on a business visa and transferred locally. Now 10 more days left to complete my probation period.
I have submitted the resignation today 07.08.2019 and the company is not ready to agree to the local transfer.
What should I do and what is the procedure?
Please advise.
Aug 15, 2019
1763
Filing a labor case to claim pending dues 0
I completed my two-year contract in a construction company.
I'd like to change the company because my current company is not paying salaries for the last 5 months and does not allow for a vacation. I got another job and I informed my current employer about that.
The next day they renewed my visa and said to continue here and promised that on July 1st I can go for a vacation and the pending salaries will be paid before that.
But still, they didn't send me and tell me next week. I am waiting for the vacation for the last 2 months. The main thing is that my father is sick in India and I informed them also but still they are doing this.
Two days ago I went to the office to see my manager and ask for my passport and I said I want to continue. He said that we will decide once you come back and promised within two days.
1) If they failed to keep the promise, what action can I take against them? I don't like to continue here anymore.
2) I am worried that if they send me on a vacation, they will cancel my visa. What can I do from India?
Aug 4, 2019
735
What to do to defend a cheque bounce case 0
Hi,
My father is in prison after a cheque bounce case of 1.2 million Bahraini Dinars.
The only reason he was unable to pay this amount of money was due to a reduction in business due to the financial crisis going on.
His case is now being dealt with in the criminal court. In what way can we get him out and clear this mess? And can we apply for bankruptcy now?
Aug 15, 2019
1445
limitation period for labor claims in Bahrain 0
Hi there!
What action should I take if my previous employer hasn't settled my final settlement plus my pending salaries prior to my resignation?
When I follow up, they would say that they don't have anything to give. It has already been more than a year since I left the company?
Is there any hope that I could still obtain my dues?
Jul 14, 2019
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View allالطرق القانونية للمحافظة على الأعمال الفنية من السرقة 0
أعمل كمصممة مسلسلات وأفلام رسوم متحركة وتواصل معي أحد الأشخاص من خارج البحرين وأخبرني أنه يحتاجني في الفريق في مشروع رسوم متحركة. أجبته بأنني مستعدة للعمل معه، وطلب عنوان البريد الالكتروني للتواصل.
يستغرق إنشاء الحلقة الواحدة أسابيع وفي بعض الحالات شهور، كيف أحافظ على أعمالي التي سأقدمها له من السرقة؟ وكيف أجبره على إدراج اسمي في شاشة المصممين؟
Dec 8, 2019
164
Changing the status of a company to WLL company 0
I have a company that is 5 years old. It is an individual-owned company. I want to start over as WLL but without losing the track record of my current clients.
I'm not sure if I should sell my current company to the new one? or Start a WLL and then move it.
There will be a new name for the new WLL company too.
Oct 9, 2019
717
Legal assistance in drafting a land sale agreement 0
I'd like to write up a land sale agreement in Bahrain.
Sep 11, 2019
389
Legal support for a startup business in Bahrain 0
I have a business plan. I need startup support like incubation. My company name is PI Business Solutions Co WLL.
Sep 8, 2019
393
Claiming unpaid salaries after termination 0
I have an open contract for 2 years, started September 2018.
The Bahraini company didn't pay me the last 4 months salary yet, I just received a termination letter with no real valid reasons, I have no warnings in my file.
What claim can I file regarding unpaid salaries and unfair dismissal?
Sep 8, 2019
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View allLegal assistance in drafting a land sale agreement 0
I'd like to write up a land sale agreement in Bahrain.
Sep 11, 2019
389
Filing a case against a customer for holding payment for services 0
I have a Bahrain based company and we have provided our services to a UAE based company for their project in Bahrain.
They went away with no payments done to our services. All the documents are with us. How can I move legally to recover the payment?
Aug 22, 2019
814
The legal procedures of establishing business in Bahrain 0
Hello,
I am seeking legal advice on how to set up my business in Bahrain in the right way.
We are a Market Platform Application based on Dubai for PET drinking water. We are planning on going live in Bahrain by August.
The owners are Emiratis and Bahraini, what is the best way to start in terms of CR and office or virtual office?
Jul 14, 2019
199
The requirements of establishing E-business in Bahrain 0
We're Sydney based startup and we have successfully designed an online and mobile market place app. The aim is to launch it in the Middle East region e.g. Bahrain, UAE, and Qatar.
Would you suggest to us how can we enter while our network is based here in Australia and we are online business?
Jul 14, 2019
288
The requirements and procedures of a startup in Bahrain 0
Hi,
We are a young startup out of Mumbai, India.
We are currently in the process of taking our B2B SaaS product overseas and are starting to explore different countries.
What should be our next steps if we want to start operations in Bahrain?
Also, what are the legal requirements for setting up Bahrain operations?
May 14, 2019
663
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